The Alcatel-Lucent 6900X20F-K12-US is a high-end enterprise-grade chassis switch, designed to empower network infrastructures in educational environments. This platform, tailored exclusively for K-12 institutions, delivers robust, scalable connectivity with advanced L2/L3 routing capabilities—making it ideal for future-ready campus networks. As a FIPS 140-2 compliant solution, it meets stringent security standards required in educational and other sensitive deployments. With a fully featured chassis switch architecture, the 6900X20F-K12-US features 20 fixed ports (including 10G/25G/40G support), 2.56 Tbps non-blocking switching capacity, and hot-swappable power and cooling for maximum uptime. Its comprehensive security suite (ACLs, MACsec encryption, IEEE 802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+) aligns with best-in-class enterprise practices. Advanced management is easy via intuitive Web UI, SSHv2, SNMPv3, and sFlow, ensuring simplified administration for IT integrators and end users alike. This versatile core switch is pre-bundled with advanced routing licenses and essential hardware—streamlining deployment and ongoing management. Backed by comprehensive compliance (UL, CE, CB, RoHS), the 6900X20F-K12-US is a future-proof chassis switch that excels in securing cloud, core, and edge workloads for modern global K-12 environments.
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| Model | 6900X20F-K12-US | C1-WS3650-24UQ/K9 | C1-N3K-C3172PQ-XL | Arista DCS-7280CR3K-32P4# |
| Brand | Alcatel-Lucent | Cisco | Cisco | Arista |
| Port Configuration | 20 fixed ports (12 × SFP+ 10G, 8 × 10G/25G/40G via breakout cables) | 24 × Multigigabit (100M/1G/2.5G/5G) RJ45, 4 × 10G SFP+ uplinks | 48 × SFP+ (10G), 6 × QSFP+ (40G, breakout capable to 4×10G) | 32 x QSFP100, 4 x SFP+ |
| Switching Capacity | 2.56 Tbps (non-blocking) | 272 Gbps | 1.44 Tbps | 4.2 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | n/a | 130.95 Mpps | 960 Mpps | 1.4 Bpps |
| PoE Budget | n/a | Yes (PoE+ and UPOE supported) | n/a | n/a |
| Stacking Capability | n/a | StackWise-160 (up to 160 Gbps bandwidth), up to 9 units | n/a | n/a |
Optional Add-ons
| Model Number | Description |
| OS6900-SW-AR | Alcatel-Lucent Advanced Routing License for 6900 Series, enables full L3 capabilities |
| SFP-10G-C1M | Alcatel-Lucent 1m 10G direct-attach copper cable, ideal for stacking and high-speed uplinks |
| US Power Cord | Certified Alcatel-Lucent power cord for safe and reliable switch operation in North America |
Alcatel-Lucent 6900X20F-K12-US Specification
| Model | 6900X20F-K12-US |
| Brand | Alcatel-Lucent |
| Target Users | Exclusive for K-12 education institutions |
| Bundle Includes | 1 × OS6900-X20-US chassis, US power cord, OS6900-SW-AR Advanced Routing License, SFP-10G-C1M 1m 10G direct-attach copper stacking cable |
| Switching Capacity | 2.56 Tbps (non-blocking) |
| Port Configuration | 20 fixed ports (12 × SFP+ 10G, 8 × 10G/25G/40G via breakout cables) |
| Layer Support | L2/L3 with advanced routing (BGP, OSPF, VRF) |
| Cooling | Front-to-back airflow, hot-swappable fans |
| Power Redundancy | Dual hot-swappable power supplies (200 W max) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 85% non-condensing |
| Management Protocols | Web UI, SSHv2, SNMPv3, sFlow |
| Security Features | ACLs, Port Security, MACsec encryption, IEEE 802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+ |
| Compliance | UL, CE, CB, RoHS |
| Software Support | 1-year included |
| Last Updated | Monday, July 14, 2025 | 15:57 UTC+8 |
| 6900X20F-K12-US | 6900X20F-K12-US |
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