Name: 0235A22R-US H3C S5100-16P-SI 4 x SFP (mini-GBIC) Shared 16 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN Ethernet Switch
Brand: H3C
SKU: 0235A22R-US
Price: 693.81 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The H3C S5100-16P-SI switch delivers a solid mix of copper Gigabit ports and fiber uplinks, fitting neatly into network setups that need reliable wired connections with room to grow. It handles everyday network demands without complexity, making it a straightforward component in office and business environments.

General Information
Brand	H3C
Part Number	0235A22R-US
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 2, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	Desktop
Switch Ports	16 × 10/100/1000Base‑T + 4 shared SFP (mini‑GBIC)
Number of Ports	16-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, SFP
Port Speed	10/100/1000 Mbps
UpLink Ports	4 x SFP (mini-GBIC) Shared
POE Support	PoE
Switching Capacity	56 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	41.7 Mpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	RJ-45, SFP

Performance
MAC Address Table Size	8000 entries

Management and Configuration
Management Type	CLI, Web GUI, SNMP v1/2/3, Telnet, H3C IMC, HGMPv2
Security	802.1X, ACLs, RADIUS, DHCP snooping, DAI, port isolation
Remote Management Protocol	CLI, SNMP, HTTP/HTTPS, Telnet/SSH, RADIUS, TACACS+

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.72 × 17.32 × 6.30 in
Weight	4.00

Miscellaneous
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3x, 802.1p, 802.1q, 802.1X, 802.1D/STP, RSTP, MSTP

Product Description
The H3C S5100-16P-SI is a compact yet powerful Ethernet switch designed to manage network traffic efficiently. It is built for environments that require reliable gigabit connections along with the flexibility of fiber uplinks. This switch is often found in office networks, data closets, or small enterprise setups where stable and scalable network infrastructure is needed. IT professionals and network administrators typically use this model to expand wired networks with high-speed ports and fiber connectivity, making it easier to handle growing data demands. Key Features Provides 16 Gigabit RJ45 ports for high-speed wired connections Includes 4 SFP slots supporting fiber optic uplinks for extended reach Offers Layer 2 switching capabilities for efficient traffic management Equipped with PoE (Power over Ethernet) support to power compatible devices Supports VLANs, QoS, and security features for network segmentation and protection This switch is commonly deployed in office floors, wiring closets, and network aggregation points. It helps maintain smooth data flow across devices while offering options for future expansion via fiber links. Its combination of copper and fiber ports balances cost and performance, making it a practical choice in typical enterprise or branch office networks.

Use Cases
The H3C S5100-16P-SI switch is well-suited for small to medium-sized business environments requiring reliable and scalable wired network infrastructure. It is ideal for offices that need a mix of high-speed copper connections and fiber uplinks to support diverse networking demands, including virtualization and data transfer tasks. How It's Used: Deploying in SMB office networks to connect workstations, printers, and IP phones with Gigabit speeds. Serving as an access layer switch in campus environments where fiber uplinks are needed for aggregation. Supporting remote branch offices requiring dependable wired connections with simplified management. Integrating with virtualization environments to provide stable connectivity for server clusters. Connecting edge computing nodes that demand low-latency access and flexible port options. This switch supports operational efficiency by combining multiple port types and managed features, enabling scalable network growth without major reconfiguration. It maintains performance across various workloads while simplifying network management in resource-constrained IT setups.