Huawei NE40E-X16A CR5P16BASD76 – High-End Edge Router

Equipment Overview

The Huawei NetEngine NE40E-X16A CR5P16BASD76 is a high-end universal service router designed for deployment in large-scale IP networks, including Internet backbones, metropolitan area networks (MANs), and Internet data center (IDC) environments. It delivers line-rate forwarding, advanced QoS mechanisms, and substantial service processing capacity, making it suitable for enterprise and carrier-grade edge applications. The system supports comprehensive enterprise services while functioning as a versatile edge device across diverse network topologies.

Main Parameters

• Chassis: NE40E-X16 with 2 MPUs, 4 SFUs, 8 AC power supplies
• Switching capacity: Up to 12.58 Tbit/s
• Forwarding rate: Up to 5760 Mbit/s
• Redundancy: 1+1 backup for SRU, 2+1 backup for SFU
• Interface types: 100GE/40GE, 10G-LAN/WAN, GE/FE
• Design features: Ultra-high-capacity line cards, energy-saving architecture, IPv6-compatible solutions
• Service capabilities: Advanced Metro Ethernet features, enhanced user management functions

Key Advantages

This model is selected for enterprise projects due to its extremely high switching capacity and redundant control/data plane architecture, ensuring reliable operation in mission-critical environments. The energy-efficient design and IPv6 readiness support long-term network evolution, while advanced Metro Ethernet and user management capabilities enable flexible service delivery for operators and large organizations.

Compatibility & Integration

The router integrates with standard IP/MPLS networks and supports IPv6-compatible protocols, ensuring seamless deployment alongside existing Huawei NetEngine infrastructure and third-party equipment. Its 100GE/40GE and 10G-LAN/WAN interfaces align with current data center and service provider standards, facilitating interoperability with modern switching and routing ecosystems.