Name: 7309-HC2 IBM RackSwitch G8052 48x1GbE 4x10GbE SFP 52-Port Switch
Brand: IBM
SKU: 7309-HC2
Price: 429.56 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The 7309-HC2 - IBM RackSwitch G8052 blends high port density with mixed-speed support, offering 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports alongside 4 10GbE SFP uplinks. It fits into rack environments smoothly and supports advanced switching protocols, making it suitable for core or aggregation layers in network architectures.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 2, Layer 3, Managed Switch, Gigabit Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	52
Number of Ports	52-Ports
Port Type	SFP, SFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	1GbE,10GbE
UpLink Ports	4 x 10GbE SFP+
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	176 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	343.75 Mpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP,SFP+,USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45)

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	16000

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI (SSH/Telnet), Web GUI, SNMP v1/v2/v3, RMON
Security Features	802.1X, ACLs, Port Security, RADIUS, TACACS+, SSH, Storm Control
Management Type	Managed
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,SNMP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3z, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.3x

Product Description
The 7309-HC2 - IBM RackSwitch G8052 is a robust network switch built to handle demanding data center and enterprise network environments. It is commonly found in rack-mounted setups where high port density and versatile connectivity are essential. This switch is often utilized by network administrators and IT professionals seeking reliable, scalable performance for mixed-speed Ethernet traffic. Key Features Provides a total of 52 ports combining 1GbE access and 10GbE uplinks for seamless integration. Equipped with Layer 2 and Layer 3 features for efficient traffic management and routing. Supports advanced protocols and QoS to optimize network performance. Compact design fits standard racks, conserving valuable space in dense deployments. Delivers consistent throughput and low latency required by modern network infrastructures. This switch serves as a reliable backbone component, facilitating stable and efficient data flow within network fabrics. Its performance and design make it a practical choice for environments that demand dependable switching and flexible port configurations.

Use Cases
The 7309-HC2 is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise networks requiring a combination of high-density 1GbE connections with uplink flexibility. Network engineers and IT teams benefit from its integration capabilities and robust performance in various operational settings. How It's Used: Aggregation layer switch in medium to large enterprise data centers to consolidate 1GbE access links. Core network switch supporting virtualization environments with mixed Ethernet speeds. Edge deployment in server racks where both high port count and uplink bandwidth are necessary. Supporting storage clusters requiring reliable, low-latency connections to multiple nodes. Integrating with higher-speed backbone switches via 10GbE uplinks for scalable network growth. By offering a stable platform with diverse port options, the 7309-HC2 aids in maintaining efficient network operations and scalability, addressing the varied bandwidth demands of complex infrastructures.