HPE
HPE FlexFabric 5940 48SFP+ 6QSFP+ Managed L3 Switch
The HPE FlexFabric 5940 Switch (JH395A) is an enterprise-grade, managed Layer 2/Layer 3 switch built for high-performance data center and campus networks. It offers flexible connectivity with numerous Ethernet and SFP ports, supporting robust operations. This switch ensures reliability with redundant power supply options and provides scalability through stacking capabilities. Delivering a switching capacity of 128 Gbps, expandable to 256 Gbps when stacked, it is an efficient 1 RU rack-mount unit ideal for demanding environments requiring dependable traffic management and future-proof infrastructure.
$9999.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
600
/ 2276
#600 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
+55%
Above average
Switching Capacity
128256
/ Gbps ( Gbps with stacking)
Who it's for
- High-Density 10/40GbE
- Robust Layer 3 and Virtualization
- Ultra-Low Latency
Who should skip it
- High Initial Investment
- Configuration Complexity
- Limited Future-Proofing
Key Specs
Switching Capacity
128 Gbps (256 Gbps with stacking)
Form Factor
Rack-mount, 1 RU
Power Consumption
55 W
Layer Supported
Layer 2 / Layer 3
Redundant Power Supply Supported
Yes
Memory
256 MB
Port/Expansion Slot Details
Dual 10GbE expansion slots
Warranty
3 Years
Features
- Enterprise-grade modular architecture
- Supports Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations
- Redundant power supply support
- Stacking capabilities for expansion
- Flexible connectivity options
- Optimized for high-performance routing
- Rack-mount, 1 RU form factor
- Includes 3-Year Extended Warranty
What customers say
Enterprise users highly value the HPE FlexFabric 5940 switch for its exceptional performance and rock solid reliability in demanding environments. Its low latency and high throughput make it perfect for critical spine-leaf architectures. The port density supports extensive 10GbE and 40GbE connectivity well. A key consideration, however, is the Comware operating system. While powerful, it presents a steep learning curve, requiring specialized expertise for optimal setup and management. Consequently, while performance justifies the cost for mission-critical needs, the high initial investment means value perception is strongest only where speed directly impacts business advantage.
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