Description
The HPE Networking Comware 5945 2-slot TAA Modular Switch (S3K88A) is a high-density, low-latency top-of-rack (ToR) and aggregation switch designed for enterprise and data center environments. With two expansion module slots, it supports up to 48x 10/25GbE and up to 16x 100GbE ports, ideal for virtualized environments, storage networking, and high-performance computing.
Engineered for performance and flexibility, the 5945 Series features Comware 7 for advanced Layer 2/3 switching, VXLAN, EVPN, and PTP 1588v2 support. The switch delivers wire-speed switching with up to 6.4 Tbps capacity and ultra-low latency under 1 microsecond. TAA compliance and made-in-USA assurance make it ideal for government and security-conscious deployments.
Whether you're scaling your spine/leaf architecture or enhancing storage and virtualization fabrics, the HPE 5945 offers robust capabilities with simplified management and investment protection.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model Number | S3K88A |
| Product Series | HPE Networking Comware 5945 Series |
| Switch Type | Modular Data Center Aggregation / ToR Switch |
| Module Slots | 2 expansion slots |
| Fixed Ports | 2 Ć 100GbE QSFP28 ports + 1 Ć SFP management port |
| Port Capacity | Up to 48 Ć 10/25GbE and 4 Ć 100GbE, or up to 16 Ć 100GbE |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 6.4 Tbps |
| Throughput | Up to 2024 Mpps |
| Latency | < 1 µs (64-byte packets) |
| Memory | 8 GB SDRAM, 1 GB Flash, 32 MB Packet Buffer |
| Stacking Capability | Supports IRF stacking up to 10 switches |
| Management Interfaces | CLI, SNMP, Telnet, FTP, Out-of-band, IMC |
| Power Supply Slots | 2 (1 required; ordered separately) |
| Fan Trays | 5 slots (5 required) |
| Input Voltage | 100ā240 VAC, 90ā264 VAC max; -40 to -60 VDC (-40 to -72 VDC) |
| Max Power Consumption | 650 W |
| Heat Dissipation | 1392 BTU/hr (1458 kJ/hr) |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| Comware OS Features | VXLAN, EVPN, MPLS, PTP 1588v2, ISSU, MACsec support |
| TAA Compliance | Yes ā Made in USA SKU |
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