The HPE 5900AF-48XGT-4QSFP+ is an enterprise-class Layer 3 managed network switch designed for campus networks, branch offices, and data center deployments requiring high-density PoE connectivity. This 1U rack-mountable switch delivers 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports with full IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet Plus support (740W total budget, 30W per port) for powering IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras. Four dedicated 10 Gigabit QSFP+ fiber uplink ports provide high-speed backbone connectivity to core infrastructure. The switch features 176 Gbps switching capacity with 112 million packets per second forwarding rate, enabling non-blocking wire-speed performance across all ports. Advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities include OSPF, BGP, RIP, and static IP routing with support for VLAN segmentation, QoS, port mirroring, and access control lists. With 2GB SDRAM and 512MB flash memory, the switch supports up to 16,000 routing table entries. Remote management options include SNMP, SSH, Telnet, and CLI interfaces. The device complies with IEEE 802.1D, 802.1Q, 802.3ad (LACP), and 802.3ae standards, ensuring compatibility with existing enterprise network infrastructure. Ideal for organizations requiring scalable, manageable network infrastructure with integrated power delivery for endpoint devices.
48-Port PoE+ L3 Managed Switch.
48x GbE PoE+ and 4x 40G QSFP+ uplinks.
1.28Tbps / 952Mpps non-blocking switching.
740W PoE+ budget, 30W per port max.
1U rack-mount, 19-inch form factor.
OSPF, BGP, RIP Layer 3 routing.
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Featuring
Manufacturer part #
JG336-61101
Brand
HPE
Condition
Refurbished
Features
DHCP Support ARP Support VLAN Support Port Mirroring DiffServ Support Broadcast Storm Control IPv6 Support WRED RSTP Support VRRP Support MSTP Support ACL Support QoS STP Root Guard
The HPE 5900AF-48XGT-4QSFP+ is compatible with major enterprise server platforms from Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, and Lenovo ThinkSystem families. Supports virtualization platforms including VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, and KVM/Linux. The switch functions as a top-of-rack aggregation point or campus network core switch with 40GbE uplinks to core infrastructure.
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R750, R760, R770
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: 15th Gen and newer
Compatible as top-of-rack switch for server connectivity with 40GbE uplinks to core infrastructure
HPE ProLiant
Model: DL380, DL390, DL560, DL580
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: Gen10 Plus and Gen11
Native HPE ecosystem compatibility with iLO management integration
Lenovo ThinkSystem
Model: SR650, SR660, SR670
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: V2 and V3
Full compatibility with Lenovo server deployments
Best for
Campus Network Infrastructure
Large enterprise campuses and multi-building facilities requiring centralized PoE power delivery to thousands of IP phones, wireless access points, and IP cameras across distributed locations with Layer 3 routing between buildings.
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Full Layer 3 switching with hardware-accelerated routing Inter-VLAN routing Policy-based routing
Routing Table Entries
16,000 IPv4 routing entries
Authentication Methods
Secure Shell (SSH) Secure Shell V.2 (SSHv2)
Remote Management Protocols
SNMP 1 SNMP 2c SNMP 3 Telnet CLI SSH SSHv2
Storage
Memory - RAM
2GB SDRAM
Memory - Flash
512MB flash memory
Network & Communication
Performance - Throughput
952 million packets per second (Mpps)
Performance - Switching Capacity
1280 Gbps (1.28 Tbps) full-duplex
Power Consumption
PoE Support
IEEE 802.3at PoE+ - 740W total budget ∆ 30W per port maximum
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions
Height: 1.72 inches ∆ Width: 17.32 inches
Form Factor
1U rack-mount 19-inch EIA standard
Enclosure Type
Rack-mountable - 1U
Interface/Ports
Ports
48 x 10/100/1000/10000 Mbps RJ-45 PoE+ + 4 x 40 Gigabit QSFP+
Interfaces
48 x 10GB Ethernet RJ-45 ∆ 4 x 40GB Ethernet QSFP+ ∆ 1 x Console RJ-45 ∆ 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A ∆ 1 x Management RJ-45
Branch Office Connectivity
Regional branch offices and remote sites needing a single managed switch to consolidate access layer connectivity, PoE power distribution, and local routing with uplinks to headquarters data center.
Data Center Top-of-Rack (ToR)
Data center environments deploying the switch as a top-of-rack aggregation point for server connectivity with 40GbE uplinks to core switches and Layer 3 routing for east-west traffic optimization.
IP Surveillance Networks
Large-scale IP camera deployments in retail, hospitality, and enterprise facilities requiring 48 PoE+ ports to power cameras, NVRs, and access control systems with centralized management and VLAN segmentation.
Unified Communications
VoIP and unified communications deployments requiring 48 PoE+ ports for IP phones, wireless controllers, and media gateways with QoS prioritization and Layer 3 routing for call quality optimization.
Network Virtualization
Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) and server virtualization environments requiring high-performance Layer 3 switching with VLAN support, QoS, and 40GbE uplinks for VM traffic optimization.
Frequently asked questions
What is the total PoE power budget and how many devices can be powered simultaneously?
The switch provides 740W total PoE+ power budget across all 48 ports, compliant with IEEE 802.3at standard, delivering up to 30W per port. This enables simultaneous power delivery to approximately 24-25 maximum-power devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and IP cameras. For lower-power devices (15W or less), more devices can be powered simultaneously within the 740W budget.
What switching capacity and forwarding performance does this model deliver?
The switch provides 1.28 Tbps (1280 Gbps) full-duplex switching capacity with 952 million packets per second (Mpps) forwarding rate. This non-blocking architecture ensures all 48 ports can operate simultaneously at full Gigabit speed without packet loss or performance degradation, making it suitable for high-traffic enterprise environments.
What Layer 3 routing protocols are supported for inter-VLAN communication?
The switch supports comprehensive Layer 3 routing including OSPF, BGP-4, RIP-1, RIP-2, VRRP, OSPFv2, and static IP routing with ECMP (Equal Cost Multi-Path) for load balancing. This enables inter-VLAN routing without requiring external routers, supporting up to 16,000 IPv4 routing table entries for complex enterprise networks.
How is this switch managed and what remote management options are available?
The switch supports multiple management interfaces including web-based GUI, command-line interface (CLI), SNMP (versions 1, 2c, and 3), and secure SSH/SSHv2 protocols. A dedicated management RJ-45 port and USB 2.0 Type-A port provide additional connectivity options. SNMP support enables integration with enterprise network management systems for monitoring and alerting.
What VLAN and QoS capabilities does the switch provide for network segmentation?
The switch supports 4,094 VLANs for flexible network segmentation and departmental isolation. QoS features include 8 priority queues with Weighted Round Robin (WRR) and strict priority modes for traffic prioritization. Port mirroring enables network monitoring, and access control lists (ACLs) provide security policies for traffic filtering.
Is this switch compatible with existing network infrastructure and standards?
Yes, the switch complies with IEEE 802.1D, 802.1Q, 802.3ad (LACP), 802.3ae, 802.1W, 802.1S, and 802.1ab (LLDP) standards, ensuring compatibility with existing network equipment. The four 40GbE QSFP+ uplink ports support both multimode and single-mode optical transceivers for flexible backbone connectivity to core switches or data center infrastructure.
What is the physical form factor and how does it fit in standard data center racks?
The switch is a 1U rack-mountable device with 19-inch EIA standard dimensions (1.72 inches height, 17.32 inches width). This compact form factor maximizes port density per rack unit, enabling high-density deployments in data centers and network closets while maintaining standard compatibility with existing rack infrastructure.
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