PLVision is pleased to announce the expansion of its SONiC Lite Hardware Compatibility List (HCL) to include the M2-W6510-48GT4V switch from Micas Networks. This addition marks an important step in extending the reach of SONiC Lite, PLVision’s SONiC-based distribution tailored for data center, campus, and edge deployments.
The M2-W6510-48GT4V is a high-performance Gigabit Ethernet switch featuring 52 ports, including 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T ports and 4 x 10G/25G SFP28 uplink ports. Powered by Broadcom BCM56274 (Trident3 X2), this switch is ideal for use as a management switch in data center networking or enterprise access networking, offering robust reliability with redundant, hot-swappable AC and DC power supply units (PSUs) and fans that support both front-to-rear and rear-to-front airflow.
Loaded with the Open Network Install Environment (ONIE) software installer, the M2-W6510-48GT4V supports SONiC-based operating systems, including SONiC Lite. This open-source production-ready solution empowers enterprises to build flexible and scalable network infrastructure while reducing Total Costs of Ownership (TCO).
SONiC Lite includes essential features such as L2 switching, L3 routing, and security, remaining synchronized with the latest stable Community SONiC version. This guarantees that users benefit from the most recent feature updates and bug fixes, providing a reliable and up-to-date network infrastructure.
Running on management switches, SONiC Lite extends SONiC use cases, enabling a unified network infrastructure under a single control plane. This approach enhances performance, control, and sustainability, delivering substantial business benefits.
PLVision is committed to continuously enhancing SONiC Lite, expanding its hardware compatibility list, and adding new functionalities. This latest integration with Micas reinforces PLVision’s dedication to expanding SONiC in various network infrastructures.
For more information on SONiC Lite, including its features, specifications, and supported platforms, please visit the SONiC Lite product page.
About Micas Networks
Micas Networks is a leading open networking company dedicated to accelerating data delivery for enterprise and cloud data centers, as well as hyperscalers. Their portfolio includes a wide range of open networking products, including whitebox and bare-metal switches that support various operating systems, including SONiC. Micas also provides comprehensive data center networking switch development services and custom options, leveraging their R&D, engineering, and supply chain management expertise.
About PLVision
PLVision is a networking software product development company with a proven track record of serving industry leaders, hyperscalers, switching silicon providers, and innovative startups. Since 2007, we have been leveraging our deep expertise in open networking technologies like SONiC, DASH, and DentOS to deliver comprehensive solutions – including our own ready-to-use products – that eliminate vendor lock-in, enhance security, and improve cost-efficiency.
About SONiC Lite
SONiC Lite is an enterprise distribution of SONiC by PLVision for cost-effective management and access platforms in data center, edge, and campus deployments. SONiC Lite enables the construction of networks using less demanding and more affordable networking equipment while remaining hardware vendor-neutral and contains all the key features of SONiC needed for your use case (L2 switching, L3 routing, security, etc.).
