Product Overview
The Huawei CloudEngine CE16808 is a next-generation, high-performance modular data center switch designed for cloud computing and high-density 100GE/400GE data center core networks. Built for scalability, agility, and high reliability, it supports cutting-edge SDN capabilities and offers high port densities with ultra-low latency for enterprise and carrier data centers.
Product Details
The CE16808 provides a fully programmable architecture with support for Huawei's VRP8 software platform, enabling deep visibility, automation, and open APIs. It is built to meet the needs of large-scale data centers and high-bandwidth environments, offering a highly available architecture with redundant control, switching, and power components. The chassis supports up to 192 x 100GE or 384 x 40GE/25GE/10GE ports through flexible line cards.
Product Features
Modular 8-slot chassis with high switching capacity
Supports up to 192 x 100GE ports or 384 x 25GE/10GE via interface cards
Ultra-high performance with up to 1920 Tbps switching capacity
Hot-swappable fan trays, power modules, and line cards
Advanced Layer 2/3 features, MPLS, VXLAN, EVPN, and SRv6
Supports SDN and open programmable architecture
Energy-efficient design with intelligent cooling
Supports in-service software upgrade (ISSU)
Product Specifications
| Specification | Description |
| Model | CloudEngine CE16808 |
| Chassis Slots | 8 slots (including 2 main control, 6 service) |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 1920 Tbps |
| Packet Forwarding Rate | Up to 2880 Mpps |
| Maximum 100GE Ports | Up to 192 |
| Maximum 40GE/25GE/10GE | Up to 384 (via breakout) |
| Redundancy | Control, fan, power modules all redundant |
| SDN Support | Yes, OpenFlow 1.3, NETCONF, Telemetry |
| Layer 2/3 Features | Full support, including MPLS, BGP, OSPF |
| Virtualization | VXLAN, EVPN, SRv6 |
| Power Supply | AC or DC redundant |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 442 x 700 x 533 mm (without card protrusion) |
| Management | Web, CLI, SNMP, NETCONF |
Similar Model Comparison Table
| Model | Slots | Max 100GE Ports | SDN Support | Max Switching Capacity | Virtualization |
| CE16808 | 8 | 192 | Yes | 1920 Tbps | Yes |
| CE16804 | 4 | 96 | Yes | 960 Tbps | Yes |
| CE16816 | 16 | 384 | Yes | 3840 Tbps | Yes |
| CE12808S | 8 | 192 | Partial | 1600 Tbps | Basic |
Latest Models in CE Series
| Model | Key Features | Port Density | Highlights |
| CE16808 | Modular 8-slot, 100GE/400GE support | Up to 192 x 100GE | SDN-ready, high-performance |
| CE16816 | 16-slot version with higher scalability | Up to 384 x 100GE | Massive port density, high resilience |
| CE12808S | Smaller scale core switch | Up to 192 x 100GE | Suitable for mid-scale DCs |
| CE9860-32CQE | Fixed switch, 32 x 100GE ports | Fixed 32 x 100GE | High-density fixed box |
