What are the key port configurations on the HPE FlexFabric 5930 2QSFP+ 2-slot switch?

It includes 2 QSFP+ 40GbE uplink ports and 2 module slots for additional interfaces like 10GbE SFP+ or Fibre Channel. Management features 1 RJ-45 console, mini-USB, out-of-band SFP GbE/copper ports, and 1 USB port, enabling flexible ToR deployments with high customization.

Does this switch support stacking and what is the maximum?

Yes, HPE Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF) stacking supports up to 9 switches, providing uninterrupted L2 switching and L3 routing across a virtual fabric. This simplifies management and enhances resiliency in data center spine-leaf architectures.

What is the switching performance and latency?

Delivers 1.44 Tbps switching capacity and 1071 Mpps throughput with ultra-low latency under 1 microsecond for 40GbE traffic. Cut-through architecture and jumbo frame support up to 9600 bytes optimize for high-performance computing and storage interconnects.

Is it suitable for SDN environments?

Fully SDN-ready with OpenFlow and NETCONF support for automation, plus protocols like SNMPv3, SSH, and TACACS+. Integrates with VEPA and IMC for unified physical/virtual management, ideal for software-defined data centers.

What power and redundancy options are available?

Features 2 power supply slots for dual redundant hot-pluggable AC/DC units (ordered separately), with max heat dissipation of 327.6 BTU/hr at 50/60 Hz. Dual fan trays ensure reliability in enterprise deployments.

Does it support virtualization features like VXLAN?

Yes, provides L2/L3 VXLAN and EVPN support for up to 4K tunnels, plus 288K MAC address table. Enables scalable overlays in virtualized environments with DCB, FCoE, and TRILL for converged data center fabrics.

JH187A - HPE JH187A FlexFabric 5930 2QSFP+ 2-slot L3 Switch

Name: HPE JH187A FlexFabric 5930 2QSFP+ 2-slot L3 Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: JH187A

JH187A - HPE JH187A FlexFabric 5930 2QSFP+ 2-slot L3 Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE FlexFabric 5930 2QSFP+ 2-slot TAA-compliant Switch (SKU: JH187A) is a modular Layer 2/Layer 3 managed network switch designed for 40GbE top-of-rack data center applications. It features 2 QSFP+ 40GbE ports and 2 module slots for additional interfaces, supporting high-density switching with ultra-low latency and 1.44 Tbps capacity. Full L2/L3 routing includes IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack, VXLAN/EVPN for virtualization, and HPE IRF stacking up to 9 units for resilient fabrics. Management options encompass web interface, SSH, SNMP, OpenFlow, and NETCONF for SDN. Dual hot-pluggable power supplies ensure redundancy, with max heat dissipation of 327.6 BTU/hr. Console includes RJ-45 and mini-USB ports, plus out-of-band SFP GbE and copper management. Rack-mountable 1U form factor suits enterprise deployments requiring scalable, low-latency interconnects in spine-leaf architectures.

2 QSFP+ 40GbE ports + 2 modular slots for expansion
1.44 Tbps capacity, <1μs latency, 288K MAC table
IRF stacking up to 9 switches, VXLAN/EVPN support
Dual hot-pluggable PSUs, TAA-compliant for gov use
OpenFlow/NETCONF SDN-ready management interface
L2/L3 routing, IPv4/IPv6, jumbo frames to 9600 bytes

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Featuring

TAA Compliance
Manufacturer part #	JH187A
Brand	HP
Condition	New
Model	FlexFabric 5930 2QSFP+ 2-slot
Stacking	HPE Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF) stacking enables uninterrupted L2 switching and L3 routing; supports up to 9 switches
Technology	40GbE Top-of-Rack (ToR) data center switch
SDN Support	OpenFlow and NETCONF for software-defined networking (SDN) and automating manual tasks
Product Line	HPE FlexFabric 5930
Product Type	Modular Layer 2/Layer 3 Managed Network Switch
L2/L3 Features	Full L2/L3 switching and routing; IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack support

Compatible systems

Enterprise data center switch compatible with HPE ProLiant server infrastructure; supports standard networking protocols and management interfaces

HPE Data Center Infrastructure
Model: ProLiant DL/ML/BL series servers
Form factor: Rack-mounted servers
Generation: Gen9 and later
Compatible as top-of-rack (ToR) switch for HPE ProLiant server deployments

Best for

Data Center ToR
Provides 40GbE QSFP+ ports and modular slots for high-density server edge connectivity with ultra-low latency and 1.44 Tbps switching capacity.
HPC Clusters
Delivers non-blocking 40GbE architecture and jumbo frame support up to 9600 bytes for high-performance computing bandwidth needs.
Virtualized Networks
Supports L2/L3 VXLAN, EVPN, and up to 288K MAC addresses enabling scalable overlays in virtualized environments.
SDN Deployments
OpenFlow and NETCONF integration with IRF stacking up to 9 switches simplifies management and automation.

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Troubleshooting	Ingress and egress port monitoring; traceroute and ping for network connectivity testing

MAC Address Table	Supports large MAC address tables for enterprise deployments

Supported Protocols	OpenFlow; NETCONF; SNMPv1/v2c/v3; SSHv1/SSHv2; RFC 2573 (SNMP v3 applications); RFC 2576 (SNMP coexistence); IEEE 802.1D MAC Bridges

Management Interface	Web-based management; SSH; SNMP; TACACS/TACACS+

VXLAN and EVPN Support	L2/L3 VXLAN and EVPN support for virtualized environments

Configuration Management	Multiple configuration files; multiple software images

Compliance Certifications	TAA-compliant (Trade Agreements Act)

Latency	Ultra-low-latency design for data center environments
Switching Capacity	High-density switching fabric optimized for 40GbE interconnect

Power Consumption

Frequency	50/60 Hz
Voltage Input	AC voltage; DC voltage options available
Power Supplies	2 power supply slots (AC/DC); dual, redundant hot-pluggable power supplies; 1 minimum power supply required (ordered separately)
Maximum Heat Dissipation	327.6 BTU/hr (345.63 kJ/hr)

Form Factor	2-slot modular chassis
Mounting Type	Rack-mountable with mounting bracket support

Interface/Ports

USB Ports	1 x USB port
Console Ports	1 x RJ-45 console port; 1 x mini-USB port
Network Ports	2 QSFP+ 40GbE ports; modular slot architecture supports additional interface modules
Management Ports	Out-of-band management ports; 1 x SFP GbE port and 1 copper port

HPE JH187A FlexFabric 5930 2QSFP+ 2-slot L3 Switch