HP 5900AF Gigabit Ethernet Switch

HPE FlexFabric 5900AF Switch Series — is a high-density, low-latency Top-of-Rack (ToR) switch optimized for server access in large data centers and core deployments in mid-sized enterprises. Built on the Comware v7 operating system, it offers advanced features for virtualized environments and cloud computing.

The "AF" (Air Flow) design provides flexible cooling options to match data center requirements. With its 1.28 Tbps switching capacity and support for 40GbE QSFP+ uplinks, the 5900AF eliminates network bottlenecks. It also features IRF (Intelligent Resilient Framework) for simplified management and high availability through stacking.

Key Specifications:

• Interface: Up to 48 x 10GbE SFP+ ports and 4 x 40GbE QSFP+ ports.

• Latency: Ultra-low latency (< 1.5 µs) for high-frequency applications.

• Convergence: Data Center Bridging (DCB) support for FCoE and iSCSI traffic.

• Stacking: IRF technology supports up to 4 units in a single virtual chassis.