HPE
HPE 5520 24G SFP 4SFP+ Hi Switch
The HPE FlexNetwork 5520 HI Switch series offers robust Layer 3 switching capabilities, designed for medium to large enterprise networks. It provides high-speed connectivity with 24 SFP ports and 4 SFP+ ports for 10Gb uplinks, alongside 8 Gigabit Ethernet TP/SFP combo ports. Advanced features include support for larger ARP/MAC tables, LPM routing, VXLAN, and EVPN for multitenant isolation. High availability is ensured through DRNI, IRF stacking up to 9 switches, VRRP, ECMP, and BFD. The switch also supports IPv4/IPv6, OpenFlow, and MPLS/VPLS, offering investment protection and a smooth transition to IPv6. Its resilient design and advanced management features make it a reliable choice for enterprise environments.
$18127.53
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
1310
/ 2325
#1310 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
+180%
Above average
Product Type
Ethernet Switch
/ Ethernet Switch
Who it's for
- High-Speed Uplinks
- Flexible Fiber Connectivity
- Enterprise-Grade Reliability
Who should skip it
- Significant Initial Investment
- Requires Networking Expertise
- No Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Key Specs
Product Type
Ethernet Switch
Layer Supported
3
Total Number of Network Ports
8
Power Source
Power Supply
Number of SFP Slots
24
Number of SFP+ Slots
4
Combo Ports
8
Ethernet Technology
Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet
Features
- High-speed connectivity with 24 SFP and 4 SFP+ ports for 10Gb uplinks.
- Advanced Layer 3 features including support for larger ARP/MAC tables and LPM routing.
- IRF virtualization allows stacking up to 9 switches for simplified management.
- High availability and resiliency with DRNI, VRRP, ECMP, and BFD.
- Supports VXLAN and EVPN for multitenant isolation and scalability.
- IPv4/IPv6, OpenFlow, and MPLS/VPLS support for investment protection.
- Real-time network health monitoring with Intelligent Management Center (IMC) and iNQA.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the HPE 5520 24G SFP 4SFP+ Hi Switch for its robust reliability and consistent high performance. Users frequently highlight its dependable operation in demanding network environments, ensuring stable connectivity without interruption. The switch is often seen as a solid workhorse, delivering on its promises for critical infrastructure. Its quality build contributes to a sense of long term confidence, making it a trusted component for network administrators seeking unwavering uptime and efficient data flow. This focus on steadfast performance and durability underpins much of the positive feedback.
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