J9643A - HPE 5412 zl Switch with Premium Software Switch

Name: J9643A - HPE 5412 zl Switch with Premium Software Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: J9643A
Price: 475 USD
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J9643A - HPE 5412 zl Switch with Premium Software Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE J9643A (5412 zl Switch) is a modular, enterprise-class Layer 3 switch designed for mid-to-large campus networks and data center deployments. It features 92 autosensing 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ ports with IEEE 802.3at support, delivering up to 1500W of PoE power per port. The 760 Gbps non-blocking backplane enables wire-speed forwarding across all ports simultaneously. The 7U chassis accommodates up to 4 interface modules, allowing customers to mix 20-port Gigabit PoE+/SFP+ modules with 8-port 10GbE modules for flexible uplink configurations. Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features include IPv4/IPv6 BGP, policy-based routing, VLAN support, and comprehensive security protocols. Dual power supply slots (2 required minimum) ensure high availability. Operating temperature range of 0-45°C and MAC address table capacity of 64,000 entries support demanding enterprise environments. License-free software includes all advanced networking features without additional licensing costs.

92 autosensing 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports.
760 Gbps non-blocking switching backplane.
Modular design supports up to 4 interface modules.
Dual power supply slots with 1500W PoE+ per port.
Layer 3 routing with IPv4/IPv6 BGP support.
64,000 MAC address table for large networks.

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Featuring

Layer 3 Features
Manufacturer part #	J9643A
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
Model	5412 zl Switch with Premium Software
Software	HPE Aruba Networking OS, license-free with all advanced features
Generation	zl (legacy), superseded by zl2 generation
Product Line	5400 zl Series
Product Type	Modular Enterprise Layer 3 Switch
Successor Model	HPE 5412R zl2 (J9822A) with enhanced features
Layer 2 Features	VLAN support, spanning tree, link aggregation, MAC filtering

Compatible systems

The HPE J9643A is a modular enterprise switch compatible with HPE 5400 zl series components including dual 1500W power supplies, multiple interface module options (Gigabit PoE+ and 10GbE), and optional management modules. Runs license-free HPE Aruba Networking OS with full Layer 2/3 capabilities. Successor generation (5412R zl2) available with enhanced features.

HPE 5400 zl Series
Model: 5412 zl
Form factor: 7U Chassis
Generation: zl
Modular switch compatible with HPE 5400 zl interface modules and power supplies.
HPE 5400R zl2 Series
Model: 5412R zl2
Form factor: 7U Chassis
Generation: zl2
Successor generation with enhanced features; J9643A is legacy zl generation.

Best for

Campus Networks
Multi-building enterprise campuses requiring high-density PoE+ connectivity for IP phones, wireless access points, and IoT devices across distributed locations with centralized management.
Data Center Distribution
Data center aggregation layer switching with modular uplink flexibility, supporting mixed 1GbE and 10GbE server connections with redundant power and non-blocking architecture.
Enterprise Distribution
Large enterprise network distribution layer consolidating access switches, providing high-capacity backplane for east-west traffic with advanced routing and policy-based forwarding.

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Surge Protection	IEC 61000-4-6, 3 Vrms

Management Module	Optional HPE 5400 zl Management Module

EMC Certifications	FCC Part 15 Class A, EN 55022/CISPR 22 Class A

Flicker Compliance	EN 61000-3-3, IEC 61000-3-3

Harmonics Compliance	EN 61000-3-2, IEC 61000-3-2

Safety Certifications	IEC 60950, EN 60950, CSA 22.2 No. 60950, UL 60950

Compatible Interface Modules	J9536A (20-port Gig PoE+/2-port 10GbE SFP+ v2), J9535A (20-port Gig PoE+/4-port SFP v2), J9546A (8-port 10GBASE-T v2), J9538A (8-port 10GbE SFP+ v2)

Network & Communication

Media Type	Auto-MDIX for automatic cable type detection
Duplex Mode	10BASE-T/100BASE-TX: half or full; 1000BASE-T: full only
MAC Address Table	64,000 entries
Switching Capacity	760 Gbps non-blocking full-duplex
Backplane Architecture	Non-blocking, wire-speed forwarding

Security Features	Access control lists, port security, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection

Power Consumption

PoE+ Power Supply	2x 1500W HPE J9306A (dual slots, 2 minimum required)
Power Consumption	Not specified in datasheet
PoE+ Power Per Port	Up to 1500W per port, IEEE 802.3at compliant
Power Supply Redundancy	Dual power supply slots, 2 minimum required

Physical Characteristics

Fan Tray	1x included, 1 fan tray slot
Form Factor	7U Chassis, rack-mountable
Chassis Height	7U
Included Accessories	2x 1500W PoE+ power supplies, 1x fan tray, 1x management module, interface modules per configuration

Heat Dissipation	Not specified in datasheet
Operating Humidity	Not specified in datasheet
Storage Temperature	Not specified in datasheet
Operating Temperature	0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)

Interface/Ports

LED Indicators	Power, Fault, Locator, Self Test, Status LEDs for fans/power/modules, Link/Mode LEDs per port
Uplink Modules	Up to 4 interface modules, supports 20-port Gig PoE+/SFP+ and 8-port 10GbE modules
Management Ports	Console port (RJ-45), Auxiliary port
Port Type - Gigabit	RJ-45 autosensing 10/100/1000BASE-T, IEEE 802.3at PoE+
Port Count - Gigabit PoE+	92x 10/100/1000BASE-T autosensing PoE+

Frequently asked questions

What is the total switching capacity and port density of the HPE J9643A?

The J9643A delivers 760 Gbps non-blocking switching capacity with 92 autosensing 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ ports. This provides wire-speed forwarding across all ports simultaneously without oversubscription, supporting high-density deployments requiring consistent performance across all connections.

How much Power over Ethernet capacity does this switch provide?

The 5412 zl includes dual 1500W PoE+ power supplies (2 minimum required), delivering up to 1500W total PoE+ power per port. This supports high-power devices including IP phones, wireless access points, and networked cameras across all 92 ports simultaneously.

What uplink options are available through modular interface modules?

The chassis accommodates up to 4 interface modules, allowing flexible combinations of 20-port Gigabit PoE+/SFP+ modules and 8-port 10GbE modules. This enables customers to configure uplinks matching their specific network topology, from pure Gigabit to mixed 1GbE/10GbE architectures.

What Layer 3 routing capabilities does the J9643A support?

The switch provides full Layer 3 routing including IPv4 and IPv6 BGP, policy-based routing, VLAN support, and comprehensive security protocols. License-free software includes all advanced features without additional licensing costs, enabling sophisticated network segmentation and traffic engineering.

What is the physical form factor and power consumption?

The 5412 zl is a 7U chassis switch requiring dual power supplies (minimum). Operating temperature range is 0-45°C, with MAC address table capacity of 64,000 entries supporting large enterprise networks. Modular design allows configuration flexibility for various deployment scenarios.

How does the J9643A compare to the 5406 zl model?

The 5412 zl (J9643A) provides 92 ports versus the 5406's 44 ports, with dual power supply slots versus single slot. Both share the same 760 Gbps backplane and modular architecture, but the 5412 zl targets larger deployments requiring higher port density and redundancy.

What management and monitoring features are included?

The switch includes comprehensive management capabilities with console port, auxiliary port, and LED indicators for power, fault, and module status. Advanced Layer 2/3 features enable detailed network monitoring, traffic analysis, and policy enforcement across all ports and modules.

HPE 5412 zl Switch with Premium Software Switch