Does this switch support stacking?

Yes, stackable up to eight units for up to 448 Gigabit Ethernet ports with 96 Gbps resilient stacking bandwidth. This enables simplified management and high availability in enterprise edge deployments.

What management interfaces are provided?

Features 1 RJ-45 out-of-band management port, 1 RJ-45 serial console port, Secure Web GUI via HTTPS, CLI via SSH or console, and SNMPv1/v2c/v3 for comprehensive remote and local management options.

Is Layer 3 functionality supported?

Yes, it offers full Layer 2/3/4 switching, including protocols like IEEE 802.1AB LLDP, 802.1X, RADIUS, OpenFlow SDN, and IPv4/IPv6 dual stack for advanced routing and SDN-ready operations.

What power supply configuration is required?

Dual power supply slots are available, but 1 minimum power supply is required and ordered separately. This modular design enhances resiliency for mission-critical enterprise environments.

What is the form factor of this switch?

Rack-mountable managed switch, suitable for standard 19-inch racks. Its compact design fits enterprise wiring closets and edge aggregation points efficiently.

JE088A - HP JE088A E5500-24G 24x1G Layer 3 Stackable Switch

Name: HP JE088A E5500-24G 24x1G Layer 3 Stackable Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: JE088A
Price: 438 USD
Availability: InStock

JE088A - HP JE088A E5500-24G 24x1G Layer 3 Stackable Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HP E5500-24G Switch (JE088A) is a Layer 3 managed Gigabit Ethernet switch from the E5500G Series, designed for enterprise edge applications. It features 24 RJ-45 autosensing 10/100/1000 ports and 4 dual-personality ports supporting RJ-45 or SFP mini-GBIC. An open module slot enables expansion to a maximum of 2 10-GbE ports or 8 GbE ports. Stackable up to eight units, it supports up to 448 Gigabit Ethernet ports with 96 Gbps resilient stacking bandwidth. Layer 2/3/4 switching capabilities include IEEE 802.1AB LLDP, 802.1X authentication, RADIUS, OpenFlow SDN support, and IPv4/IPv6 dual stack. Management options comprise RJ-45 out-of-band port, serial console, Secure Web GUI via HTTPS, CLI via SSH, and SNMPv1/v2c/v3. Rack-mountable form factor with 2 power supply slots (1 minimum, ordered separately) ensures reliability for demanding network environments like campus edges and data centers.

24x Gigabit RJ-45 + 4 dual-personality ports for flexible connectivity
Stack up to 8 units with 96 Gbps resilient bandwidth
Layer 2/3/4 switching with OpenFlow SDN support
1 expansion slot: up to 2x10GbE or 8xGbE ports
IPv4/IPv6 dual stack + 802.1X security protocols
Rack-mountable with dual power supply slots

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	JE088A
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	E5500-24G
Product Line	E5500G Switch Series
Product Type	Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Supported Protocols	IEEE 802.1AB LLDP; IEEE 802.1X; RADIUS; OpenFlow SDN support; IPv4/IPv6 dual stack
Management Interface	1 RJ-45 out-of-band management port; 1 RJ-45 serial console port; Secure Web GUI via HTTPS; CLI via SSH or console; SNMPv1/v2c/v3

Storage

Memory	256 MB SDRAM, 32 MB flash

Compatible systems

No specific compatibility lists found in sources

Best for

Enterprise Edge
Delivers Layer 2/3/4 switching with 24 Gigabit ports and stacking up to eight units for scalable edge connectivity in large networks.
Campus Networks
Supports 96 Gbps stacking bandwidth and IPv4/IPv6 dual stack, enabling robust multiservice support across campus deployments.
Data Center Edge
Expansion slot allows up to 2x10GbE ports, paired with OpenFlow SDN for flexible, high-performance aggregation.
Secure Branch Offices
IEEE 802.1X, RADIUS, and SNMPv3 provide premium security for managed access in distributed enterprise sites.

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Packet Buffer Size	4 MB

Network & Communication

Layer Support	Layer 2/3/4 switching
Ethernet Speed	Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps)
Stacking Capability	Stackable up to eight units; up to 448 Gigabit Ethernet ports with 96 Gbps resilient stacking bandwidth

Power Supplies	2 power supply slots; 1 minimum power supply required (ordered separately)
Maximum Power Rating	110 W

Height	1U
Mounting	Mounts in an EIA-standard 19 in. telco rack or equipment cabinet (hardware included)
Form Factor	Rack-mountable managed switch

Maximum Heat Dissipation	375 BTU/hr (395.63 kJ/hr)

Interface/Ports

SFP Slots	1 SFP slot (for use with SFP transceivers)
Console Port	1 RJ-45 serial console port
Ethernet Ports	24 x RJ-45 autosensing 10/100/1000 ports (IEEE 802.3 Type 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u Type 100BASE-TX, IEEE 802.3ab Type 1000BASE-T); 4 dual-personality ports (RJ-45 10/100/1000 or SFP mini-GBIC)
Stacking Ports	2 stacking ports; 24Gbps each
Expansion Slots	1 open module slot; supports maximum of 2 10-GbE ports or 8 GbE ports
Open Module Slot	1 open module slot; supports a maximum of 2 10-GbE ports, or 8 GbE ports

HP JE088A E5500-24G 24x1G Layer 3 Stackable Switch