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Campus and enterprise networks now demand both blazing-fast throughput and simplified operations. The Huawei S6730‑H Switch series answers with high‑density 10 GE access, robust Layer‑3 capabilities, VXLAN virtualization, and intelligent O&M.
Positioned perfectly as an Aggregation Switch or Core Switch, the S6730‑H delivers scalability, security, and cost-effectiveness for modern digital infrastructures.
Product Line Overview & Model Highlights
| Model | Access Ports | Uplink Ports | Capacity / Forwarding | Stack / Slot | Power Redundancy |
| S6730‑H24X6C(-V2) | 24 × 10 GE SFP+ | 6 × 40/100 GE QSFP28 | 1.68/2.4 Tbps / 490 Mpps | No | Dual hot‑swappable |
| S6730‑H48X6C(-V2) | 48 × 10 GE SFP+ | 6 × 40/100 GE QSFP28 | 2.16/2.4 Tbps / 490 Mpps | No | Dual hot‑swappable |
| S6730‑H48X6CZ(-V2) | 48 × 10 GE SFP+ | 6 × 40/100 GE QSFP28 + extension slot | 2.16/2.4 Tbps / 490 Mpps | Yes | Dual hot‑swappable |
These models deliver a high-performance foundation for campus backbone and enterprise core roles.
Deep Dive into Features
High‑Density 10 GE Access & Flexible Uplinks
With up to 48 10 GE downlinks and 40/100 GE uplinks, the S6730‑H series supports bandwidth-hungry access and spine layers—perfect for Wi‑Fi 6 APs, 4K/8K video, and virtualization workloads.
Layer‑3 Routing & Scalability
Based on Huawei’s VRP OS, the series delivers OSPF, BGP, RIPng, IS‑IS, VRRP, and ECMP. Capacity of 2.4 Tbps with 490 Mpps enables great route handling and internal scaling.
VXLAN & Wireless AC Convergence
With built-in WLAN AC capabilities, the switch can manage up to 1,024 APs and unify wired-wireless policies. VXLAN with BGP-EVPN enables multi‑tenant segmentation and cloud-scale designs.
Security & Threat Detection
Integrated threat sensors deliver ECA, detection of encrypted anomalies, network-wide deception, and protection from DoS, DHCP spoofing, and ARP attacks.
Intelligent O&M & eMDI Telemetry
Utilizing iPCA, TWAMP, and CampusInsight, these switches provide granular fault-location, real-time telemetry, and dynamic QoE insights—turning reactive operations into proactive optimization.
Reliability: iStack & ERPS
Supports logical stacking and Ethernet ring protection (SEP/ERPS) with sub-50 ms fault recovery—ensuring network resilience in campus rings.
Cloud & Hybrid Management
Featuring HOUP for one-click upgrades and flexible on-prem/cloud management, it suits both traditional IT and DevOps-driven environments.
Deployment Scenarios & Case Studies
A. Campus Aggregation Backbone
A university implemented S6730‑H48X6C-V2 at aggregation layers, supporting thousands of Wi‑Fi 6 APs and achieving end-to-end VXLAN segmentation and CampusInsight visibility. Seamless firmware updates occurred during off-hours, eliminating downtime.
B. Metro Fiber Ring Aggregation
City-scale fiber rings leveraged S6730-H48X6CZ with ERPS, delivering fast failover and optical aggregation for public Ethernet services and governmental LANs.
C. Data Center Top‑of‑Rack & Core Switch
Thanks to its port density, latency, and VXLAN features, S6730‑H is used in leaf-spine architectures, aggregating server racks and offering east-west traffic segmentation securely.
Deployment & Management Experience
- Plug-and‑play rollout via SVF ensures quick edge deployments.
- Telemetry‑driven O&M provides QoE visibility and proactive alerts.
- Resilient uptime supported by fast ring failover and redundant power.
- Seamless upgrades with HOUP reduce maintenance complexity.
- Unified fabric across wired and wireless simplifies policy management.
Technical Guides & CLI Examples
A. SVF Fabric Setup
<HUAWEI> system-view
[HUAWEI] svf enable
[HUAWEI] interface Ten-GigabitEthernet0/1 to 0/4
[HUAWEI-svf-ctrl-intf] port group 1
B. Configure VXLAN
[HUAWEI] vlan 200
[HUAWEI] interface Vlanif200
[HUAWEI-Vlanif200] ip address 10.200.0.1 255.255.255.0
[HUAWEI] vxlan 200
[HUAWEI-vxlan200] vni 200 remote-ip 192.168.1.10
C. ERPS Ring Protection
[HUAWEI] sep enable
[HUAWEI] sep ring 1 node 1 priority 100
[HUAWEI] sep ring 1 node 2 priority 90
Competitive Comparison
| Feature | Huawei S6730 Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9500/9300 Series |
| Port Density (10GE) | 24–48 downlinks | Up to 24 mid-range |
| VXLAN & WLAN AC | Built-in | Optional NAC license |
| Telemetry / eMDI | Included | DNA licensed tier |
| Ring Protection | SEP/ERPS included | EtherChannel only |
| Cloud/Hybrid Management | HOUP + Huawei cloud | DNA Center on-prem |
Huawei S6730 delivers advanced aggregation and core functionalities at compelling value.
FAQ – Common Inquiries
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Can it manage wireless APs?
Yes—up to 1,024 APs with built-in WLAN AC capabilities. -
Are uplinks locked at 40GE?
No—versions support RTU license for 100GE speeds. -
Does it support VXLAN and BGP‑EVPN?
Yes—supports both centralized and distributed gateway modes. -
What telemetry tools are included?
iPCA, TWAMP, eMDI, and real-time CampusInsight analytics. -
Is ring resilience available?
Yes—SEP and ERPS with sub-50 ms failover. -
How many VLANs supported?
Up to 4,094 VLANs with VBST, GVRP, and MUX VLAN support. -
Does it support hybrid management?
Yes—cloud-based and on-premise control via HOUP. -
Any built-in security threats detection?
Yes—ECA, encrypted traffic analytics, deception techniques, DHCP/ARP protection.
Conclusion
The Huawei S6730 Switch series sets a high bar as both an Aggregation Switch and Core Switch, offering 10 GE access, 100 GE uplinks, VXLAN fabrics, intelligent networking, and high availability—all at a compelling total cost of ownership. From campus backbones to data center leaf-spine designs, it delivers the scalability, security, and automation that next-gen networks require. If you're building resilient, future-proof infrastructure, the S6730‑H series is a top-tier choice.
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