Modular chassis
Huawei S7712
Modular S7700-series chassis for campus aggregation or core — port density depends on installed line cards.
- Form factor
- Modular chassis
- Capacity
- Up to 4.64 Tbps (chassis; depends on cards)
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- Model selection support against port / PoE / uplink needs
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Product overview
The Huawei S7712 is a modular chassis in the Huawei S7700 series of campus smart routing switches. It provides twelve LPU slots with redundant supervisor, power, and fan options. Exact port density depends on installed line cards — confirm card sets before quoting faceplate capacity. Designed for large campus aggregation or core roles where modular expansion and redundancy are required.
Technical specifications
Key specifications for this model.
| Model | S7712 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer model | S7712 |
| Display model | S7712 |
| Layer | core |
| Switching capacity | Up to 4.64 Tbps (chassis; depends on cards) |
| Forwarding rate | Up to 3480 Mpps (chassis; depends on cards) |
| Availability | Quote on request |
Key features
Product type: modular campus chassis (assembly). Series: Huawei S7700. Chassis slots: 12 LPU, 2 SRU, 2 CMU, system/PoE power slots, fan trays. Role: campus aggregation or core. Note: do not treat brochure max port density as a fixed faceplate on this chassis alone.
Deployment scenarios
Campus aggregation/core nodes, multi-building backbones, and designs that require incremental LPU expansion rather than a fixed-port access switch.
Suitable for large campus networks that need a modular aggregation or core platform with redundant supervisors and expandable line-card capacity.
Technical selection notes
Key considerations when selecting S7712: confirm required LPU/SRU/power modules, target uplink speeds, and software features for the site. Chassis-level capacity figures vary with card population. For exact configuration and availability, request a quote.
Not recommended for
Not recommended as a simple fixed-port access closet switch, or when a small fixed 1G/10G access model is sufficient. Not suitable when only a specific line-card faceplate is needed without confirming the chassis and modules.
Related / alternative models
Same-brand family first, then same deployment role, then cross-brand equivalents when useful. Different power/optic technologies are labeled explicitly.
FAQ
What is the deployment role of the Huawei S7712?
S7712 is a modular chassis in the Huawei S7700 series, typically used as a campus aggregation or core platform where line-card expansion and supervisor redundancy are required.
How many line-card slots does the S7712 chassis provide?
Huawei hardware documentation lists 12 LPU slots, plus 2 SRU slots and 2 CMU slots on the S7712 chassis.
Can I quote a fixed port count from the chassis SKU alone?
No. Service-port density depends on the installed LPUs. Quote the chassis together with the required cards, supervisors, and power modules.
What information should I include when requesting a quote for S7712?
Share target role (aggregation/core), required LPU types and quantities, uplink speeds, power preference (AC/DC/PoE chassis needs), and quantity. We will respond with configuration options.
How do I choose between S7712 and nearby S7700 chassis models?
Compare LPU slot count and redundancy needs: S7703/S7706 have fewer LPU slots than S7712. Select based on expansion headroom rather than brochure maximum port totals.
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Share quantity, preferred condition, and deployment requirements. For exact configuration and availability, request a quote.