Description
The HPE FlexFabric 12901E Switch Chassis (JH951A) is a high-performance, modular Layer 3 switch designed for modern data center environments. It delivers ultra-scalable connectivity with support for 1G, 10G, 40G, and 100G Ethernet. Engineered with a non-blocking Clos architecture and intelligent distributed control planes, the 12901E ensures high availability, zero service disruption, and future-ready scalability.
This 2U rack-mountable chassis supports advanced technologies including SDN, VXLAN, TRILL, IRF, and Data Center Bridging (DCB). Ideal for private, public, and hybrid cloud deployments, it brings unmatched speed, capacity, and network resilience to large-scale enterprise infrastructures.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise) |
| Part Number | JH951A |
| Product Line | FlexFabric |
| Series / Model | 12900 / 12901E |
| Product Type | Switch Chassis |
| Manageable | Yes |
| Form Factor | 2U, Rack-mountable |
| Expansion Slots | 2 |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber, Twisted Pair |
| Ethernet Technology | 1G / 10G / 40G / 100G Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 1000Base-T, 10GBase-T, 40GBase-X, 100GBase-X |
| Stack Port | Yes |
| Layer Supported | Layer 3 |
| Power Supply | External (Redundant Supported) |
| In-Service Software Upgrade | Supported |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 3.5" x 17.3" x 33.7" |
| Weight | 77.16 lb (Shipping: 49 lb as listed) |
| Compatibility | HPE FlexFabric 12900E Series Switch Modules |
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
We offer a 30-day return window for most unopened, factory-sealed items.
Returns must be authorized before shipping back and must include all original packaging and accessories. Opened or used items are not returnable unless defective.
Some products—such as custom orders, special-order items, audio gear, software, and LED video walls—are non-returnable. Non-defective returns may be subject to a 20–30% restocking fee, and customers are responsible for return shipping costs.
For damaged or incorrect items, please contact us immediately.
From Scope to Sign-Off
A structured delivery process designed to reduce risk and keep projects moving.
Plan
Discovery, site review, requirements gathering, and project alignment. We define scope, constraints, and success criteria before any design work begins.
- Discovery calls & stakeholder interviews
- On-site survey & infrastructure review
- Requirements & use-case documentation
- Project scope, timeline & milestone alignment
Engineer
System design, schematics, signal flow, BOM development, and documentation. Every project leaves this phase with a complete engineering package.
- AV system design & signal flow diagrams
- Equipment selection & BOM development
- Rack layout & control system design
- As-built documentation package
Deploy
Procurement, logistics, installation, programming, commissioning, and training. We own the delivery from first shipment to final handoff.
- Authorized procurement & logistics coordination
- Physical installation & cable management
- Control system programming & configuration
- Commissioning, testing & end-user training
Support
Monitoring, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and long-term service agreements. We stay engaged long after project close.
- 24/7 remote system monitoring
- Preventive & reactive maintenance
- Technology lifecycle & refresh planning
- Long-term service level agreements
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