Micas Networks announced the availability of its new
800G Tomahawk 5 Ethernet Switch - the M2-W6940-64OC. Now shipping to customers
worldwide, this open network switch offers 64-port 800GbE interfaces in a 2RU
fixed box, delivering high performance with complete L2 and L3 forwarding
features for modern, large-scale data center networks. This next-generation,
high-density ethernet switch provides AI/ML workload virtualization with
features such as single-pass VxLAN routing and bridging.
Since the late
2000s, Ethernet interconnect technology has doubled ASIC throughput every two
years, driving rapid data center growth. The rise of AI and machine learning
has further accelerated this trend, especially in hyperscale data centers. At
the same time, the open networking model - featuring hardware disaggregation
and open-source control planes like SONiC NOS - has gained significant
momentum.
As these
advancements reshape the networking landscape, organizations are increasingly
seeking solutions that combine cutting-edge performance with flexibility and
scalability. Micas Networks is at the forefront of this evolution, delivering
high-performance, AI-optimized switches that align with the open networking
movement. Micas empowers hyperscalers and cloud data centers to scale
efficiently while embracing the flexibility of open-source systems.
Designed for
AI/ML and other high-performance computing applications, the M2-W6940-64OC
provides ultra-high performance, low latency, and high reliability, and
supports RoCEv2 data forwarding. It offers first-class performance with 64 ×
OSFP 800GbE ports, up to 102.4 Tbps full duplex bandwidth and lossless Ethernet
- which ensures zero packet loss during RDMA communication.
Other
Key Features Include:
- Data Center Oriented Design: Over 94% efficient power supplies; 1+1 redundant and
hot-swappable power supplies; 3+1 redundant & hot-swappable fans;
front-to-rear cooling.
- Resilient Configuration: Broadcom BCM78900 (Tomahawk 5); 165.2MB/82.6MB per
ITM; Intel Xeon D1734NT; DDR4 32GB; System storage 240G.
- Outstanding OS Compatibility: Loaded with Open Network Install Environment (ONIE)
software installer and OpenBMC; Compatible with software for SONiC.
- Fully-loaded Software Functions: BGP; Route Policies; ARP; Load Balance based on
LAG/ECMP; ACL; SNM, GRPC and RESTCONF.
"With the
introduction of the 800G Tomahawk 5 Ethernet Switch, we're reinforcing our
position as a new leader in the open networking space," noted Mitch Galbraith,
COO, Micas Networks. "Our significant investment in R&D, state-of-the-art
factory, and robust supply chain, coupled with our strategic partnership with
Broadcom, enables us to deliver scalable, AI-optimized solutions at a
cost-effective price point. Hyperscalers, cloud data centers, and OEMs
consistently praise our technology, competitive pricing, rapid delivery, and
commitment to open-source systems, backed by full service and support."
Micas will be
giving demos of the new switch at this week's Open Compute Project (OCP) Global Summit in their booth #A5 on the show floor at the
San Jose Convention Center.