Name: J4904-60001 HP ProCurve 2800 Series 2848 44-Port Gigabit Layer 3 Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: J4904-60001
Price: 134.59 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP ProCurve 2800 Series 2848 switch offers a solid mix of high-density Gigabit Ethernet ports and flexible uplink options. It fits well within enterprise networks requiring both copper and fiber connectivity, along with managed Layer 3 features that support routing and traffic management. The rack-mountable form factor makes it an efficient choice for centralized network deployments.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch, Gigabit Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	44
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, SFP, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10/100/1000Base-T
UpLink Ports	4
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	96 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	187.5 Mpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,SFP

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI,SSH,Telnet,Serial Console (RJ-45),SNMP
Security Features	802.1X,Access Control Lists (ACL),RADIUS,SSH
Management Type	Web GUI and CLI (SSH/Telnet)
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,HTTP,HTTPS,SSH,TELNET
Routing Protocol	Static,RIP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The HP ProCurve 2800 Series 2848 is a robust Gigabit Ethernet switch designed to deliver reliable Layer 3 networking. It’s commonly found in enterprise and mid-sized data center environments where high port density and advanced management features are critical. Built for IT professionals and network administrators, this switch supports scalable network infrastructures through its combination of copper and fiber connectivity options. Key Features Comprehensive Layer 3 functions for routing between VLANs and enhanced traffic control Dual personality ports offer the flexibility to choose between fiber or copper interfaces Managed switch features including QoS, security, and redundancy protocols High port count accommodates large numbers of devices or servers within a rack Durable rack-mountable chassis designed for consistent performance in demanding environments This switch plays a central role in network performance and segmentation without complexity. Its reliability and management capabilities ensure smooth operations across wired networks where consistent data throughput and control are essential. The design balances performance with adaptability for evolving network demands.

Use Cases
This switch is typically deployed in data centers, enterprise IT environments, and server rooms where a mix of high-speed copper and fiber connections is needed. Network administrators benefit from its routing capabilities and port density when managing complex, segmented networks. It’s suited to businesses that require reliable network infrastructure with manageable scalability. How It's Used: Connecting multiple servers and workstations in enterprise racks with Gigabit speeds Providing flexible uplink options to core switches or routers via SFP ports Segmenting network traffic through VLANs enabled by Layer 3 routing features Supporting virtualized environments with efficient traffic management and QoS Integrating fiber connections in hybrid copper-fiber network architectures In these environments, the switch helps maintain network stability and throughput. Its managed features improve operational control while its physical design supports compact, organized rack deployments, contributing to efficient IT infrastructure management.