The Alcatel-Lucent OS9700E-CB-A is engineered as an enterprise-class, modular Layer 3 managed switch, designed to deliver robust scalability and high reliability for mission-critical infrastructures. Its architecture is ideally suited for deployment in data centers, enabling seamless integration for modern corporate networks that demand flexibility and resilience. With an advanced IP routing feature set, the OS9700E-CB-A is a trusted core platform for service providers seeking to implement future-ready network solutions. Sophisticated authentication capabilities, comprehensive protocol support, and modern network management interfaces make it a top-tier switch for organizations planning complex, secure environments with advanced IP routing. The chassis-based, front-to-back airflow design simplifies installation and maintenance within dynamic data centers, while its modularity ensures sustainable growth for service providers and enterprises. Whether supporting expansive data centers, evolving enterprise LANs, or high-availability carrier networks, the OS9700E-CB-A’s ample expansion slots and security features address the most stringent demands. Its adherence to broad global compliance standards allows for versatile deployment across diverse enterprise and provider settings, making the OS9700E-CB-A the backbone for next-generation, high-performance networks enabling advanced IP routing functionalities.
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| Model | OS9700E-CB-A | JL703A | C9500-12Q-E | 7840 Extension Switch |
| Port Configuration | 2 (CMM), 8 (interface) | 16 x 25Gb SFP28, 2 x 100Gb QSFP28 | n/a | 24 x 16Gb FC, 16 x 1/10GbE, 2 x 40GbE |
| Switching Capacity | n/a | 1.2 Tbps | Up to 960 Gbps | n/a |
| Forwarding Rate | n/a | n/a | Up to 720 Mpps | n/a |
| PoE Budget | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Stacking Capability | n/a | n/a | n/a | Supports up to 239 switches in a fabric |
Optional Add-ons
| Model Number | Description |
| OS9700E-PWR-SUPPLY | Alcatel-Lucent OS9700E Series hot-plug redundant power supply for enhanced reliability |
| OS9700E-FAN-MODULE | Alcatel-Lucent replacement fan module for OS9700E chassis for optimal cooling |
| OS9700E-CMM | Chassis Management Module for the OS9700E, enabling advanced system management |
Alcatel-Lucent OS9700E-CB-A Specification
| Model | OS9700E-CB-A |
| Brand | Alcatel-Lucent |
| Device Type | Switch – L3 – Managed |
| Authentication Methods | Secure Shell (SSH), RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP, Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) |
| Built-in Devices | Chassis Management Module (CMM) |
| Compliant Standards | EN 61000-3-2, EN55022, NOM, VCCI Class A ITE, EN 61000-3-3, EN55024, UL 60950, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-6, ICES-003 Class A, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-11, FCC CFR47 Part 15, EN 61000-4-8, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1, UL-AR, EN 60825 |
| Enclosure Type | Front to back airflow rack-mountable 11U |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 44.2 cm x 44 cm x 48.9 cm |
| Encryption Algorithms | MD5, PKI |
| Expansion Slots | 2 (total) / 1 (free) x Chassis Management Module (CMM) slot; 8 (total) / 8 (free) x Network Interface slot |
| Features | Flow control, modular design, auto-negotiation, BOOTP support, RARP support, ARP support, MPLS support, VLAN support, auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X), IGMP snooping, Syslog support, DoS attack prevention, port mirroring, Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Wei |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Interfaces | 1 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T (RJ-45 management), 1 x console (RJ-45 management), 1 x USB 2.0 Type A |
| Installed Modules (Max) | 1 (installed) / 10 (max) |
| Installed Size | 2 |
| Max Supported Qty | 3 |
| Power Consumption (Operational) | 80 W |
| Power Device | Internal power supply – hot-plug |
| Power Redundancy | Yes (N+1 with optional power supply) |
| Voltage Required | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C – 45°C |
| Operating Humidity Range | 10% ??90% (non-condensing) |
| Storage Temperature | -10°C to 70°C |
| Remote Management Protocols | SNMP v1/v2/v3, RMON, Telnet, TFTP, SSH, CLI |
| Routing Protocols | BGP-4, IS-IS, RIP-1, RIP-2, SAP, IGMPv2, IGMP, DVMRP, VRRP, OSPFv2, PIM-SM, PIM-DM, IGMPv3, GRE, OSPFv3, Multiprotocol BGP, static IPv4 routing, static IPv6 routing, RIPng, MLD, VRRPv2, WCCPv2, VRRPv3, CIDR |
| Software Included | AOS Access Guardian Framework |
| Status Indicators | Power, link OK, temperature, RPS (Redundant Power Supply), link/activity, fan |
| Version | Original |
| OS9700E-CB-A | OS9700E-CB-A |

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