Name: J9638AC HP E8206-44G-PoE+/2XG-SFP+ 44-Port Gigabit PoE+ Layer 2/3 Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: J9638AC
Price: 4297.70 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The J9638AC - HP E8206-44G-PoE+/2XG-SFP+ is a network switch tailored to integrate power delivery and high-speed data transfer in a single platform. It fits within enterprise and campus networks, offering a blend of Gigabit PoE+ ports and 10Gb SFP+ uplinks, ideal for access and aggregation layers that require efficient device powering alongside strong data throughput.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch, Stackable Switch, PoE 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+
Port Speed	10/100/1000Base-T,10G SFP+
UpLink Ports	6
POE Support	PoE+
Switching Capacity	208 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	406.25 Mpps
DRAM	1024 MB
Flash Memory	256 MB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094 (4096 VLAN IDs)
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,SFP+,USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45)

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	32000 entries

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, HSRP, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI,CLI (SSH, Telnet),SNMP (v1/v2c/v3),RMON
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,MAC authentication,Port security,SSH/SSL,Storm control,IP Source Guard
Management Type	In-band and Out-of-band management
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS
Routing Protocol	Static,RIP,OSPF,BGP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Redundant hot-swappable fans

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

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, cULus
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3,IEEE 802.3u,IEEE 802.3ab,IEEE 802.3x,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.1D,IEEE 802.1s,IEEE 802.3af,IEEE 802.3at

Product Description
The J9638AC is a versatile network switch offering a total of 50 ports, combining 44 PoE+ enabled Gigabit Ethernet ports with 6 additional SFP+ ports for fiber connectivity. It typically serves in medium to large network environments where power delivery to devices and high-speed uplinks are essential. This switch is commonly found in data centers, enterprise networks, and campus infrastructures, supporting a range of network topologies. Key Features Powerful PoE+ support to power IP phones, wireless access points, and cameras directly through network cabling Dual 10Gb SFP+ ports enhance uplink throughput and reduce bottlenecks Comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 features help manage traffic efficiently Robust switching capacity designed to handle demanding network loads Energy-efficient design helps reduce operational costs This switch plays a crucial role in maintaining stable and high-performance network connectivity. Its reliability and scalability make it a solid choice for environments where mixed device connectivity and power over Ethernet are needed. The balance of port density and uplink speed allows smooth network growth without immediate hardware upgrades.

Use Cases
This switch is typically deployed in environments requiring substantial PoE+ support alongside scalable uplink capacity. It benefits network administrators managing medium to large infrastructures who need reliable power distribution and high-bandwidth connections. How It's Used: Aggregation layer in enterprise networks connecting access switches and core routers Powering IP telephony and wireless access points in campus settings Supporting fiber uplinks for data center edge switches requiring 10Gb connectivity Enhancing network performance in SMBs with growing device power demands Deployments where a mix of copper and fiber connections optimize network topology By combining power delivery with flexible uplinking options, this switch contributes to efficient network operation and scalability. It streamlines device management and network growth without compromising performance or reliability.