Name: JH791A HP 96x SFP+ 10GBase-X 8x QSFP+ Layer 3 Managed Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: JH791A
Price: 33289.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The JH791A HP Arista 7050X2 Series switch functions as a high-capacity Layer 3 managed Ethernet switch tailored for data center and enterprise networking. It fits into rack-mounted setups requiring dense 10GbE port availability alongside 40GbE uplinks, providing flexible routing and efficient cooling suited to demanding environments.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch, Gigabit Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	2U Rack
Switch Ports	96
Number of Ports	96-Ports
Port Type	SFP+, QSFP / QSFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10G SFP+,40G QSFP+
UpLink Ports	8 x QSFP+
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	2560 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	5000 Mpps
DRAM	8 GB
Flash Memory	4 GB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP / QSFP+,Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,RJ-45 (management)

Performance
Latency	Sub-microsecond (typical <1µs)
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	128K

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,Out-of-Band Management Ethernet (1 x 10/100/1000)
Security Features	ACLs,SSH,RADIUS,TACACS+,Port Security,Storm Control,BPDU Guard,DHCP Snooping,Dynamic ARP Inspection
Management Type	CLI (Arista EOS),Web UI,SNMP (v1/v2/v3),REST API (eAPI)
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,Telnet,SNMPv2/SNMPv3,REST (eAPI)
Routing Protocol	Static,OSPF,BGP,VRRP,PIM-SM

Power & Cooling
Fans	Front-to-back hot-swappable fans
Power	AC (100-240 VAC)
Power Supply	Dual hot-swappable AC power supplies (redundant, typical 750W each)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	3.5 x 17.5 x 17.5 inches (HxWxD)
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, cULus

Product Description
The JH791A HP Arista 7050X2 Series switch delivers a robust, high-performance networking solution supporting a large number of 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections. It is often found in data centers and enterprise networks requiring dense port counts and high throughput. Built for IT professionals and network engineers, this managed switch provides flexible Layer 3 functionality, allowing sophisticated routing and network segmentation. Its front-to-back cooling suits rack environments with specific airflow requirements. Key Features Supports 96 SFP+ ports for 10GBase-X connectivity and 8 QSFP+ ports for 40G uplinks Offers Layer 3 routing capabilities including OSPF, BGP, and static routes Designed for 2U rack form factor with front-to-back airflow optimized for data centers Provides high-density port configuration for maximizing network interface availability Integrates management features for streamlined monitoring and configuration This switch serves as a reliable backbone device in network infrastructures, delivering consistent performance and robust management options. Its design supports efficient airflow and cooling within rack environments, helping maintain optimal operating conditions. With its combination of port density and Layer 3 features, it offers network administrators the tools needed to build scalable and manageable network topologies without compromising on speed or reliability.

Use Cases
This switch is typically deployed in environments demanding high port density and robust Layer 3 capabilities, such as data centers and enterprise aggregation layers. It benefits network teams needing scalable, high-performance switching with advanced routing features. How It's Used: Aggregation switch in large-scale data center top-of-rack or end-of-row deployments Core switch for enterprise campus networks requiring high throughput and routing High-density 10G connectivity for server farms and virtualization clusters Supporting network segmentation and routing in multi-tenant or cloud infrastructures Edge switch in environments where front-to-back airflow is critical for thermal management By integrating this switch, organizations gain operational efficiency through consolidated port availability and flexible routing. It helps maintain consistent network performance while fitting neatly into existing rack and cooling configurations.