HPE
HPE Expansion Module
Enhance your network infrastructure with this HPE Expansion Module, designed specifically for the 5400R zl2 Switch Series. It seamlessly integrates 20 ports of 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ and 4 ports of 1/2.5/5/10GBASE-T PoE+ with HP Smart Rate Multi-Gigabit technology. This module supports high-speed data transfer up to 10 Gbps using standard twisted pair cabling. While MACsec functionality was not available at the initial release, this professional-grade hardware offers robust expansion capabilities. It comes with a Limited 1 Year Warranty.
$5123.30
Owner Satisfaction
3.8
/ 5
Category Rank
2275
/ 2287
#2275 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-21%
Below average
Product Type
Expansion Module
/ Expansion Module
Who it's for
- Guaranteed Compatibility and Integration
- Enhanced System Flexibility
- Cost-Effective Incremental Scaling
Who should skip it
- High Proprietary Cost
- Installation Complexity and Downtime
- Potential for Vendor Lock-in
Key Specs
Product Type
Expansion Module
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
10 Gbit/s
Port Configuration
20 x 1GBASE-T, 4 x 10GBASE-T
Connector Type
RJ-45
Network Technology Supported
1000Base-T, 10GBase-T
Form Factor
Plug-in Module
Security Feature
Supports MACsec (Note: Initial release limitation)
Warranty
Limited 1 Year
Features
- Adds 20 Gigabit and 4 Multi-Gigabit ports
- Supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds
- Designed for 5400R zl2 Switch Series
- Utilizes standard Twisted Pair cabling
- Features HP Smart Rate Multi-Gigabit ports
- Supports PoE+ functionality
What customers say
Users highly value the HPE Expansion Module for its seamless integration and the high performance it brings to maintaining critical enterprise infrastructure. The module’s ability to scale within the established HPE ecosystem is a major positive, offering expected reliability for essential operations. However, the core sentiment is tempered by significant concerns over value. The proprietary hardware commands a high price, leading to frustration regarding the overall cost effectiveness. Additionally, while quality is generally strong, initial deployment can present friction due to complex setup requirements or occasional hardware issues. Ultimately, it is seen as a necessary, high-quality component for uptime, though the financial commitment and deployment hurdles prevent overwhelmingly positive feedback.
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