Name: JG838A HPE 48x 10G SFP+ 4x QSFP+ FlexFabric 5900CP Layer 2 Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: JG838A
Price: 1245.75 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP FlexFabric 5900CP-48XG-4QSFP+ switch provides 48 10G SFP+ ports along with 4 QSFP+ uplinks, making it a solid choice for data centers needing reliable Layer 2 management and high throughput. It fits well into rack-mounted setups, serving as a backbone component for enterprise or campus networks that require stable, scalable connectivity.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	JG838A
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10G SFP+, 40G QSFP+, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10G/40G
UpLink Ports	4
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1.28 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	2500000000 pps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP+,RJ-45

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

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI,CLI,Console (RJ-45),SNMP,SSH,Telnet
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,SSH,SSL,MAC authentication
Management Type	In-band and Out-of-band
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable fans

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.3,IEEE 802.3ae,IEEE 802.3ad,IEEE 802.3x,IEEE 802.1D,IEEE 802.1w

Product Description
The HP FlexFabric 5900CP-48XG-4QSFP+ is a high-performance network switch tailored for environments that demand reliable 10GbE connectivity. It's commonly found in data centers and enterprise networks where scalable, low-latency switching is vital. Built for network engineers and IT professionals, this switch offers robust Layer 2 management features and flexible port configurations. Key Features Offers 48 high-speed SFP+ ports for 10GBase-X connections Includes 4 QSFP+ ports to support 40GbE uplinks or stacking Supports advanced Layer 2 protocols for network segmentation and control Rack-mountable design optimizes space in server rooms Delivers stable performance suitable for demanding enterprise workloads Typically deployed in core or aggregation layers, this switch handles high traffic volumes with ease. Its role in managing data flow is essential for maintaining network efficiency and responsiveness. Many organizations depend on it to support virtualization, cloud access, and high-bandwidth applications without compromise.

Use Cases
The HPE 48x 10G SFP+ 4x QSFP+ FlexFabric 5900CP Layer 2 Switch is ideal for data center environments and enterprise networks requiring high-density 10GbE connectivity with efficient traffic management. It supports organizations aiming to optimize network performance in rack-mounted setups with scalable uplink options. How It's Used: Supporting aggregation of 10GbE server connections in data centers to streamline east-west traffic. Providing high-throughput Layer 2 switching in campus network core layers for medium to large enterprises. Enabling fast uplink connectivity for storage clusters in virtualization-heavy environments. Facilitating edge computing deployments where compact rack-mount switches with multiple uplinks are required. Integrating with existing network fabric infrastructure to enhance bandwidth and redundancy in multi-site operations. This switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering reliable, low-latency switching with ample port density and flexible uplinks, supporting network scalability and consistent performance demands in demanding IT infrastructures.