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HP R8M27A FlexNetwork 5520 24G 24-Port Combo SFP 4x 10GbE SFP+ Switch
- 24 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports.
- Each port is a 'Combo' port, supporting either RJ45 (copper) or SFP (fiber) connectivity.
- 4 x 10 Gbps SFP+ ports for high-speed uplinks or server connections.
- Layer 3 switching capabilities for advanced routing and network segmentation.
- High switching capacity and forwarding rate for demanding network traffic.
- Supports advanced security features and Quality of Service (QoS).
- Designed for enterprise campus networks, data centers, and aggregation layers.
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Product Overview
The HP R8M27A FlexNetwork 5520 is a high-performance network switch designed for enterprise campus and data center environments. It offers a flexible combination of Gigabit Ethernet ports and high-speed 10GbE SFP+ uplinks, with support for both copper and fiber connectivity.
Technical Information
| SKU | R8M27A |
| Model | HPE FlexNetwork 5520-24G-2SFP+ 4XG-2QSFP+ |
| Port Configuration | 24 x 1GbE Combo (RJ45/SFP), 4 x 10GbE SFP+ |
| Combo Port Functionality | Allows choice between RJ45 or SFP module per port. |
Additional Specifications
| Switching Capacity | Up to 320 Gbps (typical) |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 238 Mpps (typical) |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable (1U) |
| Management | Layer 3 Managed |
Product Description
The HP R8M27A, part of the HPE FlexNetwork 5520 series, is a high-performance, intelligent, and scalable Layer 3 switch designed to provide flexible connectivity for enterprise campus and data center networks. This switch features 24 Gigabit Ethernet 'Combo' ports, which offer the flexibility to use either standard RJ45 copper connections or SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) modules for fiber optic connectivity on a per-port basis. This adaptability allows network administrators to tailor the switch's connectivity to specific infrastructure requirements, whether it's standard Ethernet cabling or longer-distance fiber runs. Complementing the 24 combo ports are four 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports, providing high-speed connectivity for aggregation to core networks or direct connections to high-bandwidth servers. The switch operates at Layer 3, enabling advanced routing functionalities that are essential for network segmentation, traffic optimization, and enhancing overall network resilience. It boasts a substantial switching capacity and forwarding rate, ensuring efficient handling of demanding network traffic loads, making it suitable for aggregation layers or core roles in various network designs. The FlexNetwork 5520 series, including the R8M27A, is built with enterprise-grade features such as Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization and robust security mechanisms to protect the network. Its design emphasizes ease of management and deployment, often integrating with HPE's broader network management solutions. This switch is an excellent choice for organizations seeking a versatile, high-performance, and future-ready networking solution that can adapt to changing infrastructure needs.
