Gigamon GigaPORT-Q08 8x 40Gb (QSFP) Port Blade for GigaVUE-HD4

Description:

The Gigamon GigaPORT-Q08 Port Blade is used in network visibility and packet broker systems for aggregating, filtering, and distributing high-speed network traffic across monitoring and security tools. Commonly installed in Gigamon GigaVUE-HD4 and GigaVUE-HD8 chassis deployed in enterprise data centers, service provider networks, and cybersecurity monitoring environments requiring high-density 40Gb connectivity. Network engineers and system integrators use this module for expansion, upgrade, or replacement of network packet visibility infrastructures.

Applications:

The Gigamon GigaPORT-Q08 is commonly used in network monitoring, intrusion detection systems, packet capture solutions, performance analysis, and security analytics environments where high-bandwidth 40Gb traffic must be distributed to multiple tools simultaneously. The module allows organizations to scale visibility architectures without introducing bottlenecks in high-speed network environments.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: Gigamon
• Part Number: GigaPORT-Q08
• Cisco/Gigamon Model: UCSW-PCIE-Q2564 Compatible Environment Support
• Product Type: Network Visibility Port Blade
• Compatible Chassis: GigaVUE-HD4, GigaVUE-HD8
• Number of Ports: 8
• Port Type: QSFP+
• Port Speed: 40Gb Ethernet per port
• Aggregate Throughput: 320 Gbps Full Duplex
• Connector Type: QSFP+ Cages
• Module Type: Hot-Swappable Line Card
• Function: Traffic Aggregation, Filtering, Replication, and Distribution
• Application: Network Packet Broker Infrastructure
• Deployment Environment: Enterprise Data Centers and Service Providers
• Mounting Type: Chassis Slot Installation
• Management: Controlled through GigaVUE OS and Control Card Resources
• Cooling: Chassis Managed Cooling System
• Status: Legacy GigaVUE-HD Series Module

Common Replacements:

• Gigamon GigaPORT-Q02X32 Port Blade
• Gigamon PRT-HC3-C08Q08 Port Module
• Gigamon PRT-HC3-C16 Port Module