Brand: HP (HPE) · SKU: JD374A (EI Series) · MPN: JD374A · Category: Networking
The HPE 5500 EI Switch Series delivers resiliency, security, and multiservice support capabilities at the edge layer of large campus and branch networks. This model (JD374A) has 24 fixed Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports, 8 dual-personality 10/100/1000Base-T ports (meaning 12 ports can be SFP or copper), and 2 port expansion module slots for modular 10GbE uplinks. It supports Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF) stacking for up to nine switches. The series features a robust feature set including L2/L3/L4 functionality, Static & RIP Routing, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, ACLs, IPv6, and OpenFlow 1.3 support. It supports a second power supply for redundant operation.
| Routing | Static & RIP Routing, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, IPv6 |
|---|---|
| Stacking | IRF, with up to 9 switches |
| Throughput | 107.2 million pps |
| PoE Support | Supports external power supply for PoE+ (up to 740 W with external supply) |
| Flash Memory | 32 MB |
| Product Code | JD374A |
| Memory (SDRAM) | 256 MB |
| Latency (10 Gbps) | < 2.6 µs |
| Latency (1000 Mb) | < 3.2 µs |
| Packet Buffer Size | 2 MB |
| Power Supply Slots | 2 (ordered separately) |
| Switching Capacity | 144 Gbps |
| MAC Address Table Size | N/A (Other 5500 models show 32000 entries) |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty (EI Series) |
| Weight | 13.89 lb. (6.3 kg) |
| Dimensions | 17.32(w) x 14.17(d) x 1.72(h) in. (44 x 36 x 4.36 cm) (1U height) |
The HPE 5500-24G-SFP EI Switch (JD374A) is a fully managed, stackable, advanced Layer 2/3/4 enterprise-class Gigabit switch designed for the edge or aggregation layer. It features 24 SFP ports for fiber connectivity, plus dual-personality ports, and supports IRF stacking and SDN capabilities via OpenFlow 1.3.
Yes, this HPE 5500-24G-SFP EI Switch with 2 Interface Slots (JD374A (EI Series)) is 100% genuine HP (HPE) hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This HPE 5500-24G-SFP EI Switch with 2 Interface Slots includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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