Entry Level Switch Throughput Comparison

These numbers are all based on 64 byte packets.

The HP 2800-24G and the 1800-24G can do 35.7 Mpps with 48 Gbps switching fabric.

The Cisco Catalyst 2960-24TC-L can do 6.5 Mpps with 32 Gbps switching fabric.

The Juniper EX 3200-24T can do 65 Mpps with 88 Gbps switching fabric.

The Foundry EdgeIron 24G can do 35.7 Mpps with 48 Gbps switching fabric.



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