Name: 0235A251-US H3C S5500-52C-PWR-EI 48-Port Gigabit Layer 3 Switch with 4 SFP & 2 Expansion Slots
Brand: H3C
SKU: 0235A251-US
Price: 737.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The H3C S5500-52C-PWR-EI switch offers versatile Layer 3 switching with a strong mix of copper and fiber ports, along with expansion capabilities. It fits in network setups that need both high port count and flexible uplink options, providing a reliable foundation for business connectivity.

General Information
Brand	H3C
Part Number	0235A251-US
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	48 × 10/100/1000Base‑T, 4 × combo SFP (mini-GBIC), 2 × expansion slots
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, Combo RJ-45/SFP, SFP
Port Speed	10/100/1000 Mbps (copper), 100/1000 Mbps (SFP), up to 10 GbE via module
UpLink Ports	4 x SFP (mini-GBIC) shared (combo)
POE Support	PoE+
Switching Capacity	176 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	130.9 Mpps
Flash Memory	16 MB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	Up to 4K VLANs
NIM Slot	2
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ45

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3, VRRP, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI,CLI (Console),SSH,Telnet,SNMP
Security Features	802.1X,ACLs,Port Security,DHCP Snooping,IP Source Guard,ARP Inspection,Storm Control
Management Type	Web/CLI/SNMP/iMC/ console/Telnet/FTP/TFTP
Security	802.1X, ACLs (L2–L4), SSH v2, SSL/HTTPS, RADIUS, TACACS+? (assumed)
Remote Management Protocol	CLI, SNMP v1/2/3, HTTP/HTTPS, Telnet/SSH, RADIUS, TACACS+ → only SSH/HTTPS/RADIUS confirmed
Routing Protocol	Static, RIP, RIPng, OSPF? (major L3 protocols supported)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.7" × 17.3" × ~12‑14"
Weight	4.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, 802.3u/x, 802.3ab, 802.3z (via modules), 802.1Q, 802.1p, 802.1X, 802.3ad, 802.1D/w/s/r

Product Description
The H3C S5500-52C-PWR-EI is a Layer 3 switch designed for enterprise networks requiring reliable, high-speed connectivity. It supports a mix of copper and fiber interfaces, making it flexible for various networking environments. Often found in medium to large business networks, this switch handles routing, switching, and power over Ethernet to support devices like IP phones, wireless access points, and servers efficiently. IT professionals and network administrators benefit from its robust performance and expandability. Key Features Advanced routing protocols for efficient traffic management Power over Ethernet to support connected devices directly High port density with 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports for extensive device connections Expandable hardware via two expansion slots to adapt to growing network needs Multiple SFP slots for flexible fiber optic connections This switch is typically deployed in enterprise office environments, data centers, and campus networks where a combination of speed, scalability, and routing is essential. It helps maintain network performance and supports a variety of devices without requiring multiple separate components.

Use Cases
The H3C S5500-52C-PWR-EI switch is suited for mid-sized enterprise networks requiring robust Layer 3 capabilities with a combination of high-density Gigabit ports and flexible fiber uplinks. It is ideal for IT teams managing scalable office networks, data aggregation points, or campus network distribution layers where reliability and expansion options are critical. How It's Used: Aggregating multiple office floor switches in enterprise campus environments to optimize traffic routing and segmentation. Serving as a core or distribution switch in SMB data centers to support virtualization and storage traffic with advanced routing protocols. Providing network connectivity and PoE power for IP telephony and wireless access points in commercial office buildings. Facilitating edge computing deployments by connecting diverse network devices with a mix of copper and fiber interfaces. Supporting remote branch offices with scalable port density and redundancy through expansion slots for future growth. By integrating copper and fiber connectivity with Layer 3 routing, the S5500-52C-PWR-EI enables consistent network performance and efficient traffic management. Its modularity allows IT administrators to adapt to evolving demands without compromising operational stability or scalability.