Name: JG851A#B2B HP FlexFabric 5900AF-48XGT-4QSFP+ 48x10GBase-T 4xQSFP+ L3 Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: JG851A#B2B
Price: 19492.51 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP FlexFabric 5900AF-48XGT-4QSFP+ switch offers high-density 10GBase-T copper ports combined with 40GbE QSFP+ uplinks, fitting well into enterprise and data center network architectures. It balances scalability and versatility, delivering advanced Layer 3 routing features and flexible connectivity options suited for managed network environments.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch, Stackable Switch, Gigabit Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10GBase-T, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10Gbps,40Gbps
UpLink Ports	4
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1280 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	952.4 Mpps
DRAM	2 GB
Flash Memory	1 GB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,QSFP+

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

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI (Console/SSH), Web GUI, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, RMON, sFlow
Security Features	ACLs, 802.1X, SSH, SSL, RADIUS, TACACS+, DHCP Snooping, IP Source Guard, Dynamic ARP Inspection, Port Security
Management Type	Managed
Security	802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,ACL,SSH,SSL,DHCP Snooping,IP Source Guard,ARP Inspection
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,HTTP,Telnet,SNMP
Routing Protocol	Static,RIP,OSPF,BGP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Front-to-back variable-speed redundant fans (hot-swappable)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.73 x 17.5 x 18.9 inches
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 45°C

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, cULus
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3an, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x

Product Description
The HP FlexFabric 5900AF-48XGT-4QSFP+ is a Layer 3 managed Ethernet switch designed to deliver high-performance and scalable connectivity. It is commonly found in data centers and large enterprise networks where dense 10 Gigabit and 40 Gigabit connections are needed to support bandwidth-intensive applications. The switch is built for network administrators and IT professionals who require reliable, flexible network infrastructure to manage complex traffic and routing. Key Features Provides 48 10GBase-T RJ-45 ports for flexible copper connectivity across existing infrastructure Four QSFP+ ports support 40GbE connections for high-speed uplinks and inter-switch linking Layer 3 capabilities include static routing, OSPF, and BGP for comprehensive network control Rack-mountable design allows seamless integration into existing network racks Advanced management options include SNMP, CLI, and web interface for streamlined operations This switch plays an essential role in delivering reliable network performance with a balance of copper and fiber connections. Its combination of high port density and Layer 3 features ensures efficient handling of traffic within enterprise-grade environments. The hardware is built to sustain steady operation, enabling smooth data flow and minimizing network downtime.

Use Cases
This switch is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise core networks where high throughput and low latency are critical. Network engineers and IT teams rely on it to provide scalable bandwidth and robust Layer 3 routing to support diverse workloads and growing traffic demands. How It's Used: Aggregation switch in enterprise network cores enabling high-speed uplinks and interconnects Top-of-rack switch in data centers supporting virtualization and storage clusters High-performance access layer device connecting servers with 10GBase-T copper interfaces Managed switch providing seamless routing between multiple VLANs and subnets Backbone switch in campus networks integrating fiber and copper connections By offering a mix of versatile port types and comprehensive Layer 3 capabilities, this switch supports operational efficiency and scalability in demanding network environments. Its design helps network teams maintain performance and adaptability as infrastructures evolve.