RaptorLink 64X50 SOSA Ethernet Switch

Amphenol’s next-generation 3U VPX Ethernet switch, the RaptorLink 64X50, is SOSA-aligned and features VITA-91 connectivity, offering double density with support for speeds of up to 50G per lane on the backplane. The switch operates with 64 individual channels, supporting speeds of 1G, 10G, and 25G in NRZ mode, and 50G in PAM-4 mode. Additionally, it supports multiple ganged protocols, including 40Gx4, 50Gx2, and 100Gx4 in NRZ mode, and up to 400Gx8 in PAM-4 mode. This makes the Ethernet switch highly adaptable for future backplane architectures. All boards are built with Amphenol MIL-HD2 SOSA/VITA 91 and/or R-VPX Evolution series connectors which have datasheets available readily.

Management is handled by two on-board quad-core ARM processors, each with ample memory for complex networking applications. The switch includes a full suite of SOSA-aligned IPMI status functions for various chassis manager requirements. In summary, the RaptorLink 64X50 integrates two managed 32-channel, 50G Ethernet switches into a single, 3U SOSA-aligned, VITA-91 VPX board.

Several versions of the RaptorLink switch are available with 50G PAM-4 and NRZ connectivity configurations. Each model includes a comprehensive management software suite with features such as MACsec, Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN), and a 60-second boot time. The switches are offered in the following configurations:

• Dual 64x50G switch – SOSA aligned VITA-91 double density and speed connectors
• Single 32x50G switch – SOSA aligned VITA-91 double density and speed connectors
• Single 40x50G switch – SOSA aligned VITA-91 double density and speed connectors
• Additionally, a single 32x50G switch is available with legacy RVPX SOSA-aligned connectors.

To meet the demands of applications requiring low power consumption and fast boot times (under 10 seconds), several configurations of the switch are available with up to 25G NRZ speeds and lightweight management software. These options include:

• Dual 64x25G switch – SOSA aligned VITA-91 double density and speed connectors
• Single 32x25G switch – SOSA aligned VITA-91 double density and speed connectors
• Single 32x25G switch (with legacy RVPX SOSA-aligned connectors)

Along with the switch and processing infrastructure available in many different configurations, the RaptorLink 64X50 has a VITA46.11 Tier 1 compliant IPMI solution for sensor, link state, health, BIT, and other reporting to chassis managers. It also supports redundant IPMB interfaces and IPMB fast modes.

• Dual 32-channel Ethernet switch chips, capable of speeds up to 50G PAM-4 and NRZ speeds up to 25G.
• Support for multiple speeds: 1G, 10G, 25G, 40G, 50G, 100G, and 400G (PAM-4 and NRZ formats).
• Layer 2 and Layer 3 network management capabilities, including support for time-sensitive networking (TSN), MACsec, and advanced routing applications.
• Dedicated management interfaces via dual RS-232 and 1GBase-T.
• SOSA-aligned 12V power input with a full IPMI controller for chassis management.
• Powered by dual quad-core ARM CPUs with DDR4-SDRAM, flash memory, and EEPROM.
• Linux OS with comprehensive network management software.

RUGGEDIZATION
• Fully ruggedized to withstand extreme environmental and EMI/EMP conditions.
• Interfaces for power diagnostics and more.
• Meets the following environmental specifications:
• Operating Temperature: -40ºC to 85ºC while operating.
• Storage Temperature: -55ºC to 125ºC.
• Humidity: 0-100% non-condensing humidity during operation.
• Vibration: 10g peak, 5-2,000 Hz sine vibration, and 40 G peak shock cycles.
• Altitude: -1,500 to 60,000 ft with rapid depressurization.
• EMC: Designed to comply with MIL-STD-461E.