HPE 12508 DC Switch Chassis
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HPE 12508 DC Switch Chassis
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JC652A Overview
The SDN-enabled HP 12500 Switch Series offers industry leading scalability for enterprise data center cores giving you significantly higher throughput with 24.3 Tbps switching capacity. Along with scalability you get high performance 10/40/100GbE line cards.
With high scalability and performance, the new core switch series extends the value of your installed base and also delivers high availability and resilience with redundant fabrics, power supplies and fan trays. Customers will find great value in Comware 7 advanced features, including IRF, MDC, SPB and EVI.
HP 12508 DC Switch Chassis
- Managed L3 Web-based management SNMP, SNMP v3, IGMP, HTTP/HTTPS, RMON
- Quality of Service (QoS) support
- Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity: 24 Console port: RJ-45
- Cat5 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T
- MAC address table: 16384 entries Switching capacity: 72 Gbit/s
- Access Control List (ACL)
- 1U Rack mounting Stackable
- Power supply included Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Summary Description
HPE 12508 DC Switch Chassis
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JC652A Specifications
Overview
Manufacturer:
Cisco
Stock:
In Stock.
Stock updated on:
2024-09-03
Management features
Switch type
Managed
Switch layer
L3
Quality of Service (QoS) support
Yes
Web-based management
Yes
ARP inspection
Yes
MIB support
Y
Ports & interfaces
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity
24
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports type
Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
Combo SFP ports quantity
2
SFP module slots quantity
2
Console port
RJ-45
Network
Networking standards
IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1s, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ad, IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3z
Copper ethernet cabling technology
10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T
Cable types supported
Cat5
Port mirroring
Yes
Full duplex
Yes
IP routing
Yes
Flow control support
Yes
Link aggregation
Yes
Broadcast storm control
Yes
Rate limiting
Yes
Spanning tree protocol
Yes
Head-of-line (HOL) blocking
Yes
Ethernet LAN data rates
1000 Mbit/s
Cable length detection
Yes
VLAN support
Yes
Virtual LAN features
Private VLAN, Tagged VLAN, Protocol-based VLAN, Port-based VLAN
Number of VLANs
4096
Data transmission
Switching capacity
72 Gbit/s
Forwarding rate
41.67 Mpps
MAC address table
16384 entries
Number of queues
8
Number of static routes
2000
Number of IP interfaces
256
Jumbo frames support
Yes
Jumbo frames
9216
Packet buffer memory
8 MB
Security
DHCP features
DHCP server, DHCP client
Access Control List (ACL)
Yes
IGMP snooping
Yes
Security algorithms
802.1x RADIUS, HTTPS, SNMP, SSH, SSL/TLS
MAC address filtering
Yes
SSH/SSL support
Yes
Loop protection
Yes
BPDU filtering/protection
Yes
IP-MAC-Port binding
Yes
Authentication
Guest VLAN, Port-based authentication
Multicast features
Multicast support
Yes
Protocols
Management protocols
SNMP, SNMP v3, IGMP, HTTP/HTTPS, RMON
Switching protocols
UDP, TCP, SCT, PVE, RADIUS/TACACS+
Supported network protocols
TCP/IP, ARP, DHCP, HTTP, UDP, ICMP, IPv4, IPv6
Design
Rack mounting
Yes
Stackable
Yes
Form factor
1U
Product colour
Black
Housing material
Metal
Reset button
Yes
LED indicators
Activity, Link, PoE, Speed, System
Number of fans
2 fan(s)
Certification
UL (UL 60950), CSA (CSA 22.2), CE, FCC 15 (CFR 47)
Performance
Physical stacking (units)
8
Built-in processor
Yes
Processor frequency
800 MHz
Internal memory
256 MB
Flash memory
32 MB
Noise level
41.2 dB
Firmware upgradeable
Yes
Mean time between failures (MTBF)
253175.1 h
Minimum system requirements
Web browser: Mozilla Firefox 8 or later; Microsoft Internet Explorer version 7 or later, Safari, Chrome;
Category 5 Ethernet network cable;
TCP/IP, network adapter, Microsoft Windows, Linux, or Mac OS X.
Power
Power supply included
Yes
AC input voltage
110 - 220 V
AC input frequency
47/63 Hz
Power consumption (typical)
35 W
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Yes
Power over Ethernet plus (PoE+) ports quantity
24
Total Power over Ethernet (PoE) budget
180 W
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)
0 - 40 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)
-20 - 70 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)
10 - 90%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)
10 - 90%
Heat dissipation
755.29 BTU/h
Weight & dimensions
Width
440 mm
Depth
257 mm
Height
44 mm
Weight
3.95 kg
Packaging data
Cables included
AC, Serial
Quick start guide
Yes
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the primary performance characteristics of the HPE 12508 DC Switch Chassis? +
The HPE 12508 is a high-performance modular switch chassis designed for demanding data center core deployments. It offers exceptional switching capacity and high-density 10GbE and 40GbE connectivity. Built for low-latency traffic forwarding, this chassis ensures robust throughput for massive scale-out architectures, providing the reliability required by enterprise-grade networks that demand consistent performance under heavy multi-protocol workloads.
Is the HPE 12508 chassis compatible with mixed-media line cards? +
This modular chassis supports a versatile array of interface modules, allowing you to scale your density as your infrastructure evolves. It is designed to accommodate various high-density line cards to balance copper and fiber requirements. Please consult the specific datasheet for your planned line cards to ensure physical interface compatibility and backplane throughput alignment within the 12500 series framework.
What power architecture does the HPE 12508 DC Switch utilize? +
The JC652A is specifically configured for direct current (DC) power environments common in modern data centers. It features a redundant power design to ensure continuous operation, which is critical for core network stability. This architecture allows for efficient power distribution across the chassis, minimizing energy overhead while maintaining the high electrical capacity required to drive multiple high-performance line cards simultaneously.
How does the HPE 12508 handle high-availability requirements in a data center? +
High availability is integrated into the chassis design through redundant control modules, switch fabrics, and power supplies. By utilizing non-stop forwarding and hitless software upgrades, the HPE 12508 minimizes downtime during maintenance or component failure. This modular redundancy ensures that the data plane remains operational, providing a resilient foundation for mission-critical services and continuous network traffic flow.
What is the recommended deployment scenario for the HPE 12508? +
This chassis is best suited for large-scale enterprise data center cores and high-density aggregation layers. Its modular nature makes it an excellent choice for organizations expecting significant future growth, as it allows for 'pay-as-you-grow' expansion. Its robust cooling and power systems are engineered specifically for server-room or data-center rack environments where consistent, high-capacity throughput is a fundamental business requirement.
How are line cards managed within the HPE 12508 chassis? +
Management is handled via a centralized control module that provides a unified interface for the entire chassis. Administrators can configure line cards through the Command Line Interface (CLI), SNMP, or web-based management tools. Because the system manages all installed modules as a single entity, it simplifies complex network provisioning, VLAN configuration, and traffic monitoring across all ports connected to the switch fabric.
Does the HPE 12508 support virtualization or multi-tenancy configurations? +
Yes, the 12508 is designed to support advanced virtualization features, enabling network administrators to segment traffic effectively. By leveraging features like Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) and multi-tenancy support, you can isolate traffic flows for different departments or clients on the same hardware. This functionality is essential for secure, efficient resource sharing within a consolidated data center environment.
What are the physical rack-mount requirements for the HPE 12508? +
Given the heavy-duty nature of the 12508 modular switch, it requires a standard 19-inch server rack with sufficient depth and structural support. Proper airflow management is critical; ensure your rack environment provides adequate clearance for front-to-back or side-to-side cooling as specified in the installation guide. Proper weight distribution and rack stability should be verified before mounting this high-density chassis.
Can BuyRouterSwitch.com provide a bulk quote for multiple HPE 12508 units? +
Absolutely. If you are planning a large-scale data center migration or require multiple units for a redundant network architecture, our sales team is ready to assist. We specialize in providing competitive bulk quotes for enterprise hardware. Simply provide our team with the quantities and your project timeline, and we will prepare a tailored pricing package to help you maximize your networking budget.
Why should I source my HPE 12508 hardware through BuyRouterSwitch.com? +
BuyRouterSwitch.com is a trusted source for enterprise-grade networking equipment. We ensure that our inventory meets rigorous quality standards, providing you with authentic hardware that performs exactly as expected in production environments. By choosing us, you benefit from our streamlined procurement process and dedicated focus on enterprise infrastructure, ensuring you receive the correct components for your specific network architecture needs every time.
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