5-stage CLOS network
A 5-stage CLOS network is a scalable network architecture with five switch layers, providing high throughput, redundancy, and efficient connectivity for large-scale data centers and HPC environments.
A 5-stage CLOS network consists of five interconnected switch layers, enabling non-blocking, high-performance communication across thousands of endpoints. This architecture is ideal for hyperscale data centers and high-performance computing clusters, supporting massive east-west traffic and ensuring low latency.
Benefits include modular scalability, fault tolerance, and uniform traffic distribution. Best practices involve careful topology planning, redundancy for fault tolerance, and robust monitoring to maintain reliability as the network grows.
5-stage CLOS networks are fundamental for organizations needing to scale infrastructure efficiently while maintaining performance and resilience.