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HPE JH395A FlexFabric 5940 48SFP+ 6QSFP+ Switch - Layer 3 Managed - 10GbE/40GbE - Rack-mountable 1U
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This switch provides a total of 54 expansion slots, comprising 48 SFP+ slots for 10 Gigabit Ethernet and 6 QSFP+ slots for 40 Gigabit Ethernet, all supporting 40GBase-X and 10GBase-X network technologies over optical fiber. It operates as a Layer 3 switch with full manageability, offering granular control over routing, switching, and security policies.
The modular design includes stack port functionality for simplified scaling, while the power system supports redundant power supplies to maintain uptime. The switch is compatible with standard 1U rack units, with dimensions of 1.72" height, 17.32" width, and 18.11" depth, and weighs approximately 22.05 lb.
Relevant factors for this section include Modular, Stack Port, Port/Expansion Slot Details, Media Type Supported. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
The HPE FlexFabric 5940 switch combines high port density with advanced networking capabilities to support modern virtualized and software-defined infrastructures. Its design prioritizes performance, resilience, and manageability for critical network deployments.
High-Density Connectivity
With 48 SFP+ and 6 QSFP+ ports, this switch delivers extensive 10GbE and 40GbE connectivity, ideal for spine-and-leaf architectures or high-bandwidth aggregation points.
- 48 x 10GbE SFP+ slots
- 6 x 40GbE QSFP+ slots
- Supports optical fiber media
Advanced Fabric Features
Incorporates IRF for resilient fabric convergence, OpenFlow for SDN integration, and VXLAN/EVPN support for network virtualization, ensuring investment protection and flexibility.
- IRF Intelligent Resilient Fabric
- OpenFlow support
- L2/L3 VXLAN and EVPN
Deployment / Use Cases
This switch is engineered for data center core and aggregation layers, where high throughput, low latency, and scalability are paramount. It suits environments requiring dense 10GbE server connectivity with 40GbE uplinks for backbone or inter-switch links.
Typical use cases include virtualized data centers leveraging VXLAN for overlay networks, SDN deployments using OpenFlow for programmable control, and enterprise networks needing resilient fabric with IRF for simplified management and high availability.
Data Center Spine/Leaf
Deploy as a leaf switch with 10GbE to servers and 40GbE uplinks to spine switches, supporting high-bandwidth applications and virtualized workloads.
Network Virtualization
Use in environments requiring VXLAN and EVPN for extending Layer 2 and Layer 3 networks across data centers, enhancing scalability and mobility for virtual machines.
Physical Profile
The switch features a compact 1U rack-mountable form factor, with dimensions of 1.72" (43.69 mm) height, 17.32" (439.93 mm) width, and 18.11" (459.99 mm) depth. It weighs approximately 22.05 lb (10 kg), making it suitable for standard data center racks without excessive space or weight demands. The design includes support for redundant power supplies to enhance reliability in mission-critical installations.
- Width
- 17.32" (439.93 mm)
- Depth
- 18.11" (459.99 mm)
- Height
- 1.72" (43.69 mm)
- Weight
- 22.05 lb (10001.711759 g)
Highlights
- 48 SFP+ ports for 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
- 6 QSFP+ ports for 40 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks
- Layer 3 managed switch with full routing capabilities
- Supports optical fiber media (40GBase-X, 10GBase-X)
- IRF Intelligent Resilient Fabric for convergence and resiliency
- OpenFlow support for SDN environments and investment protection
- VXLAN and EVPN support for virtualized network overlays
- 1U rack-mountable form factor with redundant power supply support
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hewlett Packard Enterprise |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JH395A |
| Brand Name | HPE |
| Product Line | FlexFabric |
| Product Series | 5940 |
| Product Model | FlexFabric 5940 48SFP+ 6QSFP+ |
| Product Name | FlexFabric 5940 48SFP+ 6QSFP+ Switch |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | Layer 3 Switch |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Modular | Yes |
| Stack Port | Yes |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot,6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Ethernet Technology | 40 Gigabit Ethernet,10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 40GBase-X,10GBase-X |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 54.0 |
| Expansion Slot Type | QSFP+,SFP+ |
| Number of SFP+ Slots | 48 |
| Network & Communication | |
| Layer Supported | 3 |
| Management & Protocols | |
| Manageable | Yes |
| Power Description | |
| Power Source | Power Supply |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Compatible Rack Unit | 1U |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Height | 1.72" (43.69 mm) |
| Width | 17.32" (439.93 mm) |
| Depth | 18.11" (459.99 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 22.05 lb (10001.711759 g) |
FAQ
How many ports does this HPE switch have, and what types are they?
This HPE FlexFabric 5940 switch has a total of 54 expansion slots: 48 SFP+ slots for 10 Gigabit Ethernet and 6 QSFP+ slots for 40 Gigabit Ethernet. All ports support optical fiber media using 40GBase-X and 10GBase-X network technologies, making it ideal for high-speed data center connections.
Is this switch manageable, and what layer does it operate at?
Yes, this switch is fully manageable and operates at Layer 3. As a Layer 3 switch, it supports advanced routing protocols, VLANs, and security features, providing granular control over network traffic and enabling complex network designs with IP routing capabilities.
What are the key features for data center deployments?
Key features include IRF (Intelligent Resilient Fabric) for resilient and converged fabric management, OpenFlow support for software-defined networking (SDN) integration, and VXLAN/EVPN support for network virtualization. These features enhance scalability, flexibility, and reliability in modern data center environments.
Can this switch be rack-mounted, and what are its dimensions?
Yes, this switch is rack-mountable in a standard 1U rack space. Its dimensions are 1.72" (43.69 mm) height, 17.32" (439.93 mm) width, and 18.11" (459.99 mm) depth, with an approximate weight of 22.05 lb (10 kg). This compact design fits efficiently in data center racks.
Does the switch support redundant power supplies?
Yes, the switch supports redundant power supplies. This feature ensures higher availability by allowing a backup power source to take over in case of a primary power supply failure, reducing downtime in critical network operations.
What type of media and Ethernet technologies does this switch support?
This switch supports optical fiber media and Ethernet technologies of 40 Gigabit Ethernet and 10 Gigabit Ethernet, specifically using 40GBase-X and 10GBase-X network standards. This makes it suitable for high-bandwidth, low-latency applications over fiber optic cables in data centers.
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