Product Overview
Huawei CloudEngine CE8861-4C-EI-B is a high-performance fixed
switch tailored for large-scale data centers and cloud networks.
Featuring high-density 100GE/400GE ports, advanced Layer 2/3
capabilities, and support for SDN and VXLAN, it serves as a
powerful spine or core switch in data center networks, delivering
high throughput, ultra-low latency, and carrier-grade reliability.
Product Details
CE8861-4C-EI-B belongs to the CE8800 series and adopts a compact 1U
form factor while offering significant switching capacity and
high-speed interconnects. It is ideal for high-bandwidth scenarios
such as cloud service providers, enterprise data centers, and
high-frequency trading platforms. It supports open programmability
and automation via Huawei’s iMaster NCE-Fabric platform.
Product Features
4 × 400GE QSFP-DD and 12 × 100GE QSFP28 ports
Compact 1U fixed configuration for space efficiency
High forwarding performance and ultra-low latency
Support for VXLAN, EVPN, BGP EVPN, and SRv6
Full compatibility with Huawei SDN controller iMaster NCE
Telemetry for real-time network visibility
Front-to-back airflow and redundant power/fan modules
Product Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|
| Model | CloudEngine CE8861-4C-EI-B |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| 400GE Ports | 4 x 400GE (QSFP-DD) |
| 100GE Ports | 12 x 100GE (QSFP28) |
| Switching Capacity | 3.6 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 2.4 Bpps |
| Latency | < 1 μs |
| Virtualization | VXLAN, EVPN, SRv6 |
| Management | SNMP, CLI, NETCONF, gRPC, iMaster NCE |
| SDN Support | OpenFlow 1.3, Telemetry, RESTful APIs |
| Airflow | Front-to-back or back-to-front |
| Power Supply | Dual AC/DC hot-swappable |
| Redundancy | Hot-swappable power supplies and fans |
| Weight | Approx. 9.5 kg |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 442 × 600 × 43.6 mm |
| Application Scenarios | Spine/core in high-density cloud DCs |
Detailed Model Comparison Table
| Model | 400GE Ports | 100GE Ports | Switching Capacity | Use Case |
|---|
| CE8861-4C-EI-B | 4 | 12 | 3.6 Tbps | Cloud spine/core |
| CE9860-4C-EI | 4 | 32 | 6.4 Tbps | Cloud core with higher density |
| CE8850-32CQ-EI | 0 | 32 | 6.4 Tbps | High-density aggregation |
| CE8861-4C-EI | 4 | 12 | 3.6 Tbps | Similar model without “-B” |
Latest Models in CE8800/CE9800 Series
| Model | Highlight Features | Max Port Density | Key Application |
|---|
| CE8861-4C-EI-B | Compact 400GE/100GE switch, 1U design | 4 x 400GE, 12 x 100GE | Spine/core for small to mid DC |
| CE9860-4C-EI | Higher density fixed switch | 4 x 400GE, 32 x 100GE | Spine/core in large cloud DC |
| CE9870-10C-EI | Ultra-high port density, AI-optimized | 10 x 400GE, 48 x 100GE | Core switch in hyperscale DC |
| CE12808 | Modular core switch | Up to 192 x 100GE | Enterprise or cloud core |
