2025-07-08 BY
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Product Overview

The Enterasys ER16-FN is a fan tray assembly designed for the Enterasys X-Pedition ER16 routing platform. This platform is a high-capacity, modular chassis-based router that serves as a robust solution for enterprise-wide LAN/WAN backbone applications. The ER16-FN fan tray plays a crucial role in maintaining the thermal management of the ER16 chassis, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in demanding network environments.
The ER16 routing platform is known for its scalability, performance, and application control, making it suitable for various networking scenarios, including enterprise LAN backbones, data centers, and WAN/campus backbones. The fan tray assembly, specifically the ER16-FN, is an essential component that supports the platform’s 24/7 availability by providing efficient cooling to the chassis.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Value
Product Model Enterasys ER16-FN
Manufacturer Enterasys Networks
Product Type Fan Tray Assembly
Compatibility X-Pedition ER16 Routing Platform
Dimensions 48.26 cm (19″) x 48.26 cm (19″) x 88.9 cm (35″) (Chassis Dimensions)
Weight 56.25 kg (125 lbs.) (Chassis Weight)
Operating Temperature +5°C to +40°C (41°F to 104°F)
Non-Operating Temperature -30°C to +73°C (-22°F to 164°F)
Operating Humidity 15% to 90% (non-condensing)
Power Consumption 100 to 125 VAC Max or 200 to 250 VAC Max, 2400 W -48 VDC, 2400 W 50 to 60 Hz

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Key Features and Benefits

The Enterasys ER16-FN fan tray assembly is designed to provide reliable cooling for the ER16 routing platform, ensuring that the system operates within safe temperature ranges. This is crucial for maintaining the performance and longevity of the routing platform, especially in high-density and high-traffic network environments. The ER16 platform itself offers several advanced features, including:
  • High-Density Switch Routing: Supports up to 120 Gigabit Ethernet ports or up to 480 10/100 ports.
  • Wire-Speed Performance: Delivers 128 Gbps non-blocking switching fabric and 70 Mpps routing throughput.
  • Advanced Traffic Management: Provides application-level QoS, traffic shaping, and prioritization.
  • Multilayer Security: Supports VPNs, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and Access Control Lists (ACLs) without compromising performance.
  • Redundancy and Fault Tolerance: Features redundant power supplies, control modules, switch fabrics, and ports to ensure high availability.

Application Scenarios

The Enterasys ER16-FN is used in conjunction with the ER16 routing platform to support various networking applications, including:
  • Enterprise LAN Backbone: Provides a high-capacity backbone for large enterprise networks, supporting multiple Gigabit Ethernet connections.
  • Data Center Solutions: Ideal for intranet and extranet data centers, offering robust security and traffic management features.
  • WAN and Campus Backbone: Supports long-haul Gigabit Ethernet and WAN interfaces, ensuring efficient traffic management across wide-area networks.

Related Models

  • ER16-CS: Base chassis for the X-Pedition ER16 routing platform, includes one switch fabric module, fan tray, and clock card.
  • ER16-AC: AC power supply for the ER16 platform (minimum 2 required, 3 or 4 for redundancy).
  • ER16-CK: Clock card assembly for the ER16 platform (spare).
  • ER16-SF: Switching fabric module for the ER16 platform (spare or redundancy).
  • ER16-CM3-128: Control module with 128 MB for the ER16 platform.FORCE CPCI-680 Industrial Controller - High Performance & Reliability

Installation and Maintenance

When installing the Enterasys ER16-FN, ensure that it is properly secured within the ER16 chassis and that all connections are correctly made. Regular maintenance should include inspecting the fan tray for any signs of wear or damage, and ensuring that the fans are operating efficiently to maintain proper airflow within the chassis. It is also important to monitor the chassis temperature and address any potential overheating issues promptly.

Product Warranty

The Enterasys ER16-FN fan tray assembly is typically covered by a limited warranty, with some refurbished units offering a 90-day guarantee. For specific warranty details, it is recommended to consult the warranty documentation provided by the seller or contact Enterasys Networks support.