Description
The HPE FlexFabric 5945 48SFP28 8QSFP28 Switch (JQ074A) is a high-performance, high-density Layer 3 switch designed for top-of-rack (ToR) or aggregation deployments in enterprise data centers. Delivering ultra-low latency, 100GbE connectivity, and modular flexibility, this switch is built to handle demanding workloads and dynamic virtualized environments. Powered by HPE’s Comware 7 OS and integrated with FlexFabric Network Analytics, it provides advanced visibility, agility, and simplicity in network operations.
Ideal for cloud-driven architectures, the switch supports 48 SFP28 ports and 8 QSFP28 uplinks, delivering up to 2.56 Tbps switching capacity with ultra-low latency under 1µs. Its 1U rack-mountable design and modularity make it a compact yet scalable solution with real-time microburst detection, VXLAN/OVSDB support, and Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF) for simplified management and seamless updates.
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hewlett Packard Enterprise |
| Part Number | JQ074A |
| Product Line | FlexFabric |
| Series | 5945 |
| Model | 5945 48SFP28 8QSFP28 |
| Product Type | Layer 3 Switch |
| Port Configuration | 48 x 25GbE SFP28, 8 x 100GbE QSFP28, 2 x GbE SFP |
| Expansion Slots | 58 (SFP28, QSFP28, SFP) |
| SFP Slots | 2 |
| Media Type | Optical Fiber |
| Ethernet Technologies | 1G, 25G, 100G Ethernet |
| Network Standards | 1000Base-X, 25GBase-X, 100GBase-X |
| Layer Support | Layer 3 |
| Stacking | Yes |
| Modular | Yes |
| Manageable | Yes |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 2.56 Tbps |
| Throughput | Up to 1904 MPPS |
| Latency | <1µs for 40GbE |
| Power Consumption | 224 Watts |
| Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply Supported |
| Rack Mountable | Yes (1U) |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 1.7" x 17.3" x 18.1" |
| Weight | Approx. 33.07 lb |
| Operating System | HPE Comware 7 |
| Special Features | VXLAN, OVSDB, ISSU, IRF, Microburst Analytics |
| Condition | New and Factory Fresh |
| Shipping Weight | 1 lb (approximate per module component) |
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