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HPE A3600-48 EI 48x 10/100Base-T RJ-45 ports; 4x SFP (mini-GBIC) Gigabit Ethernet ports for stacking and uplinks Switch

Name: JD333A - HPE A3600-48 EI 48x 10/100Base-T RJ-45 ports; 4x SFP (mini-GBIC) Gigabit Ethernet ports for stacking and uplinks Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: JD333A
Price: 572 USD
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MPN: JD333A·By: HPE

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Product overview

The HPE A3600-48 EI is an enterprise-grade Layer 3 managed switch delivering robust switching performance at the network edge. It features 48 autosensing 10/100Base-T RJ-45 ports plus 4 SFP Gigabit Ethernet ports for stacking and uplinks, providing 17.6 Gbps nonblocking switching fabric with 11.78 million packets per second throughput. The switch supports advanced Layer 3 and multicast routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, and IS-IS, with IRF (Intelligent Resilient Framework) technology enabling up to nine switches to stack into a single logical device. Enterprise-class security features include hardware-based wire-speed ACLs, 802.1X authentication, and IP source guard. Management options include web-based interface, CLI, and SNMP. The 1U rack-mountable form factor integrates seamlessly into data center and enterprise network environments requiring scalable, resilient edge switching with voice and converged network support.

17.6 Gbps nonblocking switching with 11.78M pps throughput
48x 10/100Base-T ports + 4x SFP Gigabit uplinks
IRF stacking: virtualize up to 9 switches into 1 device
Advanced Layer 3 routing: OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, multicast
Wire-speed ACLs with 802.1X, MAC, and Web authentication
Web, CLI, SNMP management with enterprise-class QoS

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	JD333A
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
Model	A3600-48 EI
Stacking	IRF (Intelligent Resilient Framework) automated stack setup; Stackable architecture for scalability
Technology	Fast Ethernet with Gigabit uplinks; Voice-optimized
Product Line	HP A3600 EI Series
Product Type	Layer 3 Managed Stackable Switch
MAC Address Table	Enterprise-class MAC address learning and forwarding
Management Interface	Web-based management; CLI; SNMP; Manager and operator privilege levels
Routing Capabilities	Advanced Layer 3 and multicast routing; IRF-automated stack and switching fabric setup
Compliance Certifications	Enterprise-grade network equipment certifications

Network & Communication

Throughput	11.78 million packets per second (pps)
Switching Capacity	17.6 Gbps nonblocking switching fabric

Security

Security Features	Integrated and distributed security enforcement; Hardware-based wire-speed access control lists (ACLs)

Power Consumption

Power Supplies	Single internal power supply

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor	Rack-mountable 1U chassis

Interface/Ports

Port Density	48 fixed 10/100Base-T ports in Layer 2/Layer 3 configuration
Ethernet Ports	48x 10/100Base-T RJ-45 ports; 4x SFP (mini-GBIC) Gigabit Ethernet ports for stacking and uplinks

Compatible systems

JD333A is a standalone Layer 3 managed switch; compatibility is with network infrastructure and stacking with other A3600 EI models

HPE A3600 EI Series
Model: A3600-48 EI
Form factor: 1U Rack
Generation: EI
Stackable with other A3600 EI series switches via IRF

Best for

Enterprise Edge Switching
Provides robust Layer 3 switching at network edges with 17.6 Gbps nonblocking fabric and advanced routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, IS-IS) for enterprise campus deployments requiring scalable, resilient connectivity.
VoIP and Converged Networks
Voice-optimized design with QoS support and 48 Fast Ethernet ports enables deployment of IP phones and wireless access points across enterprise environments with integrated PoE+ capability on select models.
Campus Network Consolidation
IRF stacking capability virtualizes up to nine physical switches into one logical device, simplifying network management and enabling flatter, more agile campus network architectures.
High-Density Access Layer
48 fixed 10/100Base-T ports in Layer 2/Layer 3 configuration provide high-density access with enterprise-class MAC address learning and forwarding for large-scale deployments.
Secure Network Access
Integrated security enforcement with hardware-based wire-speed ACLs, 802.1X authentication, and IP source guard protects against unauthorized access and network threats.

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum switching capacity of the HPE A3600-48 EI?

The HPE A3600-48 EI provides 17.6 Gbps nonblocking switching fabric with 11.78 million packets per second (pps) throughput. The maximum switch fabric speed reaches 55 Gbps depending on configuration. This ensures wire-speed performance across all 48 Fast Ethernet ports plus 4 Gigabit SFP uplink ports simultaneously.

How many switches can be stacked using IRF technology?

Up to nine HPE A3600-48 EI switches can be virtualized into a single logical device using IRF (Intelligent Resilient Framework) stacking. IRF automates stack and switching fabric setup, simplifying network management and enabling flatter, more scalable network architectures without requiring manual configuration.

What Layer 3 routing protocols are supported?

The A3600-48 EI supports advanced Layer 3 routing including OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, RIP, and multicast routing protocols (PIM, ECMP). These capabilities enable dynamic routing, load balancing, and resilient network designs suitable for enterprise campus and edge deployments.

What security features are included for access control?

Security features include hardware-based wire-speed ACLs, 802.1X port-based authentication, MAC-based authentication, Web-based authentication, IP source guard, STP BPDU port protection, and RADIUS/HWTACACS support. These provide comprehensive, policy-driven security enforcement without performance degradation.

What management interfaces are available?

The switch supports multiple management options: web-based graphical interface, command-line interface (CLI), and SNMP for integration with network management platforms. Optional HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) software provides centralized management across multiple switches.

Is this switch suitable for VoIP deployments?

Yes, the A3600-48 EI is voice-optimized with advanced QoS capabilities supporting Layer 2, 3, and 4 traffic classification. Select models include PoE+ capability (up to 720W on 24-port PoE+ variants) for powering IP phones and wireless access points directly from the switch.

What are the physical dimensions and power requirements?

The switch is a 1U rack-mountable chassis measuring 42 x 44 x 4.36 cm and weighing 6.5 kg. It requires 100-240 VAC input with maximum power consumption of 820W. Heat dissipation is 563 BTU/hr (593.96 kJ/hr), suitable for standard data center environments.