JH145A - HPE FlexNetwork 5510 24G 4SFP+ HI Switch

Name: JH145A - HPE FlexNetwork 5510 24G 4SFP+ HI Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: JH145A
Price: 152 USD
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JH145A - HPE FlexNetwork 5510 24G 4SFP+ HI Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE FlexNetwork 5510 24G 4SFP+ HI (JH145A) is an enterprise-class managed Ethernet switch designed for mid-scale data center and campus network deployments. It features 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports paired with four fixed 10GbE SFP+ uplink ports, providing flexible connectivity for mixed-speed environments. The switch includes a modular 1-slot design that supports additional uplink modules, enabling configurations up to six 10GbE ports total. With complete IPv4/IPv6 protocol support and wire-speed forwarding capabilities, the 5510 HI series delivers non-blocking performance for demanding network environments. The switch supports various optical transceiver modules including 10G SFP+ SR/LR/ER variants for extended transmission distances. Ideal for organizations requiring scalable, high-performance switching with modular expansion capabilities and comprehensive Layer 2/3 features.

24x 1GbE ports with four fixed 10GbE SFP+ uplinks.
Modular 1-slot design supports up to six 10GbE uplinks.
Wire-speed forwarding with non-blocking architecture.
Complete IPv4/IPv6 protocol support for modern networks.
Supports multiple 10G SFP+ transceiver types (SR/LR/ER).
Enterprise-class managed switching for data centers.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	JH145A
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
Category	Networking
Model Name	HPE FlexNetwork 5510 24G 4SFP+ HI
Product Line	FlexNetwork 5510 HI Switch Series
Product Type	Managed Ethernet Switch
Sub-Category	Network Switches
Lifecycle Status	RETIRED/OBSOLETE as of November 1, 2015
Operating System	HPE Comware
Protocol Support	IPv4, IPv6, Layer 2/Layer 3 switching

Compatible systems

The JH145A is compatible with HPE Comware operating system, standard 10G SFP+ optical transceivers (SR/LR/ER/BiDi variants), direct attach copper cables, and modular uplink expansion modules. All connectivity uses industry-standard interfaces (RJ45 for Gigabit, SFP+ for 10GbE) ensuring broad ecosystem compatibility.

HPE FlexNetwork 5510 HI
Model: JH145A (24G 4SFP+), JH146A (48G 4SFP+), JH147A (24G PoE+ 4SFP+)
Form factor: 1U Rack-mount
Generation: 5510 HI Series
All models in the 5510 HI series share identical modular architecture and feature sets; JH145A is the 24-port base model with optional PoE variant (JH147A) and 48-port variant (JH146A).

Best for

Data Center Aggregation
Top-of-rack or end-of-row switching for mid-scale data centers requiring mixed 1GbE and 10GbE connectivity with modular uplink expansion.
Campus Network Core
Distribution layer switching for enterprise campuses with 24 access ports and flexible 10GbE uplink options for core connectivity.
Modular Uplink Expansion
Deployments requiring future-proof uplink capacity with the 1-slot modular design supporting additional 10GbE or higher-speed modules.
Mixed-Speed Environments
Networks transitioning from Gigabit to 10GbE infrastructure, supporting both legacy 1GbE devices and modern 10GbE servers simultaneously.

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Part Number (SKU)	JH145A

Switching Architecture	Non-blocking, wire-speed forwarding

Power Input	AC power supply (specifications in electrical documentation)

Form Factor	1U Rack-mount

Interface/Ports

Access Ports	24x Gigabit Ethernet (1GbE) RJ45
Modular Expansion	1-slot modular design supporting additional uplink modules; maximum 6x 10GbE total
Cable Compatibility	HPE X240 10Gb SFP+ DAC (1.2m), CAT 5e/6/6A Ethernet cables
Uplink Ports (Fixed)	4x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+
Transceiver Compatibility	10G SFP+ SR (275m-550m), LR (10km), ER (40km), BiDi variants; supports HPE X130, X180, X240 modules

Frequently asked questions

What are the port configurations and uplink options on the JH145A?

The JH145A provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports for access connectivity and four fixed 10GbE SFP+ ports for uplinks. The switch includes a modular 1-slot design that supports additional uplink modules, enabling configurations up to six total 10GbE ports. This flexibility allows organizations to expand uplink capacity without replacing the entire switch.

What optical transceiver modules are compatible with the 5510 HI series?

The 5510 HI supports various HPE 10G SFP+ transceiver modules including SR (short-range multimode fiber), LR (long-range single-mode fiber), and ER (extended-range) variants. Transmission distances range from 275m for OM1 multimode to 40km for long-haul single-mode configurations. BiDi transceivers supporting 10km uplink/downlink are also available for cost-effective long-distance deployments.

Is this switch suitable for data center deployments?

Yes, the JH145A is designed for mid-scale data center environments as a top-of-rack or end-of-row switch. Its 24 Gigabit ports support server access connectivity while the four 10GbE uplinks provide dedicated bandwidth for core network traffic, storage, and VM migration. The modular expansion capability allows future growth without hardware replacement.

What Layer 2 and Layer 3 features does the 5510 HI support?

The FlexNetwork 5510 HI series provides complete IPv4/IPv6 support with comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities. These include VLAN support, spanning tree protocols, and advanced routing features suitable for enterprise campus and data center networks requiring sophisticated traffic management and segmentation.

Can the JH145A be used in virtualization environments?

Yes, the JH145A is well-suited for virtualization infrastructure with 24 ports supporting hypervisors and virtual machines on 1GbE, while the four 10GbE SFP+ uplinks handle VM migration traffic, storage replication, and backup operations. The wire-speed forwarding ensures low-latency east-west traffic between virtual machines.

What is the difference between JH145A and JH146A models?

The JH145A features 24 Gigabit ports with four 10GbE uplinks, while the JH146A provides 48 Gigabit ports with the same four 10GbE uplinks. Both share identical modular architecture and feature sets; the 48-port variant is suitable for larger deployments requiring higher access port density.

Does the 5510 HI support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?

The standard JH145A does not include PoE functionality. However, HPE offers the JH147A variant, which is the 24G PoE+ version of the 5510 HI series, providing Power over Ethernet Plus on all 24 Gigabit ports for powering IP phones, wireless access points, and other PoE-enabled devices.

HPE FlexNetwork 5510 24G 4SFP+ HI Switch