Name: JE105A#ABA HP E5500-24-POE 24-Port Layer 3 PoE Switch with 4 SFP Slots
Brand: HP
SKU: JE105A#ABA
Price: 791.21 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP E5500-24-POE Layer 3 Switch offers a combination of data switching, routing, and Power over Ethernet capabilities suited for enterprise environments. It fits well in networks that require flexible fiber connectivity and reliable power delivery to devices such as IP phones and wireless access points.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	24
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, SFP, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10/100/1000Base-T
UpLink Ports	4 x SFP (mini-GBIC)
POE Support	PoE
Switching Capacity	56 Gbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,SFP

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	8000

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI (HTTP/HTTPS), CLI (Console/SSH/Telnet), SNMP, RMON
Security Features	802.1X, ACLs, RADIUS, TACACS+, SSH, SSL, Port security, DHCP Snooping, BPDU Guard
Remote Management Protocol	SNMPv1/v2c/v3, RMON, SSH, HTTPS, Telnet
Routing Protocol	Static,RIP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 45°C

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.3af

Product Description
The HP E5500-24-POE is built for environments requiring reliable Layer 3 switching combined with Power over Ethernet capabilities. It is commonly found in corporate networks where devices like IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points need both data and power over a single cable. Network administrators and IT professionals often rely on this switch for its robustness and flexibility in managing complex network traffic while powering connected devices without additional adapters. Key Features Provides 24 PoE-enabled ports to power connected devices directly Includes four mini-GBIC slots allowing for fiber optic uplinks or extended reach Supports Layer 3 routing functions to improve traffic management Offers VLAN and QoS capabilities for network segmentation and prioritization Built with redundancy features to maintain network uptime This switch is typically deployed in office buildings, data centers, and campus networks. It plays a vital role in simplifying network infrastructure by combining switching, routing, and power delivery in one device. The HP E5500-24-POE helps reduce cabling complexity and supports scalable network growth, making it a practical choice for organizations aiming for efficient network management.

Use Cases
The HP E5500-24-POE Layer 3 Switch is commonly deployed in enterprise network cores or distribution layers where robust routing and Power over Ethernet support are critical. It is especially valuable in environments that require seamless integration of fiber connectivity and reliable power delivery to networked devices such as IP telephony and wireless access points. How It's Used: Providing centralized routing and PoE support in medium-sized enterprise campus networks to power VoIP phones and wireless controllers. Serving as a distribution switch in multi-floor office buildings with fiber uplinks to core switches via its SFP modules. Implementing network segmentation and layer 3 routing for departmental VLANs within large corporate IT infrastructures. Enabling edge connectivity in branch offices that require both data switching and PoE for IP security cameras and access points. Supporting virtualization environments by aggregating traffic from hypervisor hosts and connected storage devices while managing power delivery. By combining Layer 3 routing capabilities with flexible SFP fiber connectivity and PoE functionality, this switch enhances network scalability and operational efficiency. It ensures consistent performance and power availability across diverse enterprise deployments.