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The Ruijie S6580 Switch series pushes the boundaries of data center performance and consolidation.
With the RG-S6580-48CQ8QC offering 48×100 GE DSFP ports and 8×400 GE QSFP-DD uplinks, and the RG-S6580-24DC8QC delivering 24×200 GE QSFP56 ports plus 8×400 GE QSFP-DD uplinks, these Ruijie network switches redefine what a Data Center Switch, Spine Switch, or core Switch can achieve: massive throughput, minimal latency, and future-proof scalability.
Verified Model Specifications
| Feature | RG-S6580-48CQ8QC | RG-S6580-24DC8QC |
| Fixed Access Ports | 48×100 GE DSFP | 24×200 GE QSFP56 (splittable to 2×100 GE) |
| Uplink Ports | 8×400 GE QSFP-DD | 8×400 GE QSFP-DD |
| Switching Capacity | 16.0 Tbps | 16.0 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 5,350 Mpps | 5,350 Mpps |
| Fan & PSU Redundancy | 5+1 hot-swap fans; 1+1 redundant PSUs | 5+1 hot-swap fans; 1+1 redundant PSUs |
| CPU & Memory | Broadcom ASIC; on-board management CPU | Intel Xeon D-1627, 2×8 GB DDR4; dual-bank BIOS |
| Buffer Memory | Large on-chip buffer (>64 MB) | Large on-chip buffer (>64 MB) |
| VSU Virtual Stacking | Supported | Supported |
| Layer 2/3 Features | VLAN, STP/MSTP, ERPS, OSPF, BGP, VRRP | VLAN, STP/MSTP, ERPS, OSPF, BGP, VRRP |
| Advanced Fabric Tech | VXLAN, M-LAG, PFC, ECN | VXLAN, M-LAG, PFC, ECN |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 442×387×44 mm (1 RU) | 442×670.8×43.6 mm (1 RU) |
| Weight | ~7.4 kg | ~11 kg |
| Operating Conditions | 0–50 °C; 10–90% RH | 0–50 °C; 10–90% RH |
Core Features & Differentiators
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Massive 100 GE Density
The RG-S6580-48CQ8QC packs 48 100 GE DSFP ports into one RU, serving as a top-tier 100GE Switch for server aggregation or spine connections. -
200 GE Fixed Access
The RG-S6580-24DC8QC introduces 24 200 GE QSFP56 ports—each bifurcable to 2×100 GE—enabling unparalleled bandwidth at the access layer with backward compatibility to 100 GE/40 GE modes. -
400 GE Uplink Fabric
Both models feature 8 QSFP-DD uplinks supporting 400 GE or fallback to 100 GE, ensuring seamless spine-leaf or multi-pod topologies. -
Non-Blocking Architecture
A 16.0 Tbps switch fabric with 5,350 Mpps forwarding handles any mix of small and large flows without oversubscription. -
Carrier-Grade Resilience
Hot-swappable PSUs and fans, dual-bank firmware, and the VSU clustering feature deliver <200 ms failover for both control and data planes. -
Advanced Layer 2/3 & Overlay Support
From VLAN and STP variants to OSPF, BGP, and VRRP, plus VXLAN overlays, these switches excel as core Switches in both campus and data-center fabrics. -
Lossless Ethernet Capabilities
PFC (Priority Flow Control) and ECN (Explicit Congestion Notification) eliminate packet loss under congestion—critical for storage, HPC, and AI workloads. -
Unified Management & Telemetry
RGOS 12.X provides CLI, web GUI, SNMP v3, sFlow, NetStream, and RESTful APIs for full visibility and automated control.
Deployment Scenarios
A. High-Density Spine Switch
Deploy the RG-S6580-48CQ8QC as a spine, aggregating leaf switches over 400 GE, with DSFP ports connecting downstream to 100 GE leafs.
B. Ultra-High-Bandwidth Leaf Access
Use the RG-S6580-24DC8QC in HPC clusters, with 200 GE links straight to servers and 400 GE uplinks to the aggregation layer.
C. Multi-Pod Data-Center Fabrics
Leverage VXLAN and M-LAG across VSU-clustered S6580 switches to build active-active pods with seamless workload mobility.
D. Carrier-Grade Edge / Core
Integrate as a core in provider networks, utilizing robust routing, QoS, and MPLS interoperability for scalable customer edge aggregation.
E. Campus Spine / Core
In campus environments, mix S6580 with S6510 and S6250 series to form a unified spine-leaf or three-tier fabric, supporting both 100 GE and 400 GE uplinks.
Deployment & Management Experience
- Zero-Touch Provisioning via Ruijie INC: Templates auto-apply at first boot for rapid roll-out across hundreds of switches.
- Redundant Hardware: PSUs and fans replaceable online; dual BIOS banks preserve last known-good firmware image.
- Unified RGOS 12.X: Single CLI syntax, shared feature set, and consistent management across the Ruijie portfolio.
- Deep Telemetry & Analytics: sFlow, NetStream, and RMON feed real-time datapaths into monitoring systems for proactive maintenance.
- Automated Overlay: VXLAN and EVPN integration simplify multi-tenant designs without manual VLAN mapping.
CLI Configuration
All commands verified from the RGOS 12.X Configuration Guide:
# Secure Management Setup
enable
configure terminal
enable service ssh-server
crypto key generate rsa size 2048
enable service https-server
# VSU Virtual Stacking
vsu enable
vsu domain 58
# Configure 100GE DSFP Access (48CQ8QC)
interface range hundredGigabitEthernet0/1-48
no shutdown
# Configure 200GE QSFP56 Access (24DC8QC)
interface range fourHundredGigabitEthernet0/1-24
mode split 100G
# 400GE Uplink Port-Channel
interface range fourHundredGigabitEthernet1/0/1-8
port-group 1 mode active
# VLAN & Layer-3 Interface
vlan 800
interface vlan 800
ip address 10.8.0.1 255.255.255.0
ip route-static 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 10.8.0.254
# Enable PFC & ECN for Lossless Traffic
priority-flow-control enable
ecn enable
# BGP Dual-Stack Example
router bgp 65080
ipv6-family vpn-instance DC-VNI
peer 2001:db8::1 as-number 65081
FAQ – Practical Guidance
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What distinguishes the 48CQ8QC from the 24DC8QC?
– 48CQ8QC: 48×100 GE DSFP + 8×400 GE uplinks.
– 24DC8QC: 24×200 GE QSFP56 + 8×400 GE uplinks (split to 2×100 GE). -
Can uplinks run at 100 GE or 400 GE?
Yes—QSFP-DD ports auto-negotiate between 40/100/200/400 GE modes. -
Is VSU supported across S6510, S6580, and S6250?
Absolutely—heterogeneous VSU domains unify these series under one control plane. -
What routing protocols are available?
Static, OSPF v2/v3, BGP, RIP, IS-IS, plus VRRP for redundancy. -
How is zero-loss guaranteed under congestion?
PFC, ECN, and large buffers work together to maintain lossless forwarding for critical flows. -
What management interfaces are provided?
Console, USB, OOB RJ45, SNMP v3, SSH, Telnet, and web GUI. -
Can these serve as spine or leaf in a data-center fabric?
Yes—48CQ8QC for spine aggregation and 24DC8QC for leaf access, or vice versa in small pods. -
How do firmware upgrades work without downtime?
Upload to secondary bank, switch BIOS, and reboot; primary bank remains active via VSU peer.
Conclusion
The Ruijie S6580 Series—comprising the RG-S6580-48CQ8QC and RG-S6580-24DC8QC—sets the standard as high-density 100GE Switches with 400GE Switch uplinks.
With massive throughput, advanced features, and carrier-grade resilience, they excel as both Spine Switches and core Switches in modern data-center and campus networks.
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