JH390A - HPE FlexFabric 5940 Switches

Name: JH390A - HPE FlexFabric 5940 Switches
Brand: HPE
SKU: JH390A
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Mfr. Part #: JH390A

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JH390A Overview

The HPE FlexFabric 5940 Switch Series is a family of high-performance and low-latency 10GbE and 40GbE top-of-rack (ToR) data center switches. The 5940 Switch includes 100G uplink technology which is part of the HPE FlexFabric data center solution and is a cornerstone of the FlexNetwork architecture. The 5940 Switch is suited for deployment at the aggregation or server access layer of large enterprise data centers or at the core layer of medium-sized enterprises. It is optimized for high-performance server connectivity, convergence of Ethernet and storage traffic, and virtual environments.

What's new

VXLAN Layer 2 and Layer 3 gateway support.

Pre-configured switch bundles for deployment in the campus aggregation and core.

Comware 7 advanced modular operating system designed for high availability.

IRF supports of up to nine switches simplifies management by up to 88%.

EVPN, OpenFlow and SDN automate manual tasks and speed service delivery.

Features

High-Density, Advanced, Data Center Switches

The HPE FlexFabric 5940 Switch Series enables customers to scale their server-edge 10/40/100GbE ToR deployments with high-density 48 x 10GbE (SFP or BASE-T) with 6 x 40GbE ports, 48 x 10GbE (SFP or BASE-T) with 6 x 100GbE ports, and 32 x 40GbE ports, delivered in a 1RU design.

The HPE FlexFabric 5940 Switch Series is also available with a 2-slot modular version delivering 2 40GbE ports and a 4-slot modular version with 4 40GbE ports.

High-Performance Data Center Switching

The HPE FlexFabric 5940 Switch Series delivers up to 2.56 Tbps switching capacity for the most demanding data center applications.

It supports up to 1904 MPPS throughput for data-intensive environments.

Low latency, under 1µs for 40GbE, gives your network increased throughput.

VXLAN support for network virtualization and overlay solutions for improved flexibility.

Includes Open vSwitch Database (OVSDB) for dynamic VXLAN tunnel management.

Business Agility and Resilience with Comware 7

The HPE FlexFabric 5940 Switch Series delivers Hewlett Packard Enterprise Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF) <50 msec convergence time enabling faster application response time.

The In Service Software Update (ISSU) enables high availability with modular updates accomplished without a reboot or power cycle, in the background.

Simplicity and Lower TCO

HPE FlexFabric 5940 Switch Series simplifies switch management by up to 88% with 9-unit Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF).

No hidden costs with simple one license per switch for all OS features.

All switch ports are active and ready to use without need for activation licenses.

FlexFabric 5940 48SFP+ 6QSFP28 Switch

Managed L2/L4 Web-based management SNMP, Telnet, FTP

Quality of Service (QoS) support

Console port: RJ-45/Mini-USB

10G support

MAC address table: 288000 entries Switching capacity: 2160 Gbit/s

1U Rack mounting Stackable

Summary Description

HPE FlexFabric 5940 48SFP+ 6QSFP28, Managed, L2/L4, Rack mounting, 1U

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What are the primary port configurations available on the HPE FlexFabric 5940 JH390A? +

The HPE FlexFabric 5940 JH390A is a high-density, versatile switch designed for the data center. It features 48 SFP+ ports for 10GbE connectivity, providing robust downlink capabilities, and 6 QSFP28 ports that support 100GbE uplinks. This combination allows for a high-performance, non-blocking fabric architecture ideal for modern leaf-and-spine network deployments.

Can the JH390A switch be deployed in a leaf-and-spine architecture? +

Absolutely. The JH390A is engineered specifically for top-of-rack or end-of-row deployments in data centers. With its high-speed 100GbE uplink ports and deep buffer memory, it functions perfectly as a leaf switch, facilitating low-latency traffic flow to spine switches while maintaining consistent performance across large-scale virtualized or containerized server environments.

Is the HPE JH390A considered a Layer 2 or Layer 3 managed switch? +

While the JH390A is often categorized within Layer 2 managed switch inventories, it is a sophisticated, multi-layer capable device. It provides advanced Layer 2 switching capabilities along with robust Layer 3 routing functionality, including support for static routing and dynamic protocols, making it a powerful foundation for complex, converged infrastructure requirements.

What is the primary benefit of the 100GbE QSFP28 ports on this HPE FlexFabric switch? +

The inclusion of 100GbE QSFP28 ports ensures your data center fabric is future-ready. These ports provide massive bandwidth capacity, significantly reducing bottlenecks between server clusters and core network layers. They allow IT administrators to aggregate high-density 10GbE traffic from multiple racks efficiently, ensuring consistent performance for high-bandwidth applications and large-scale storage arrays.

How does the HPE FlexFabric 5940 series ensure network reliability and uptime? +

Reliability is built into the JH390A through redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fan trays, which ensure continuous operation during component failures. Furthermore, it supports features such as IRF (Intelligent Resilient Fabric), which allows multiple physical switches to be managed as a single logical entity, providing simplified management and superior high-availability through link-level redundancy.

Which management interfaces are supported on the JH390A switch? +

The JH390A offers comprehensive management flexibility, including a dedicated console port for local out-of-band management. It also supports remote management through SNMP, a robust Command Line Interface (CLI), and web-based graphical interfaces. These options give network engineers the necessary tools to monitor performance, configure VLANs, and update firmware through standard industry management protocols.

What are the typical deployment scenarios for the 48-port SFP+ configuration? +

The 48-port SFP+ configuration makes the JH390A an ideal solution for high-density server connectivity. It is most commonly utilized in environments that require high-speed 10GbE server access, such as virtualization hosts, cloud service providers, and enterprise data centers. Its port density allows for a clean cabling strategy while maintaining the throughput necessary for modern compute nodes.

Is the HPE JH390A compatible with existing HPE IRF virtualization standards? +

Yes, the JH390A is fully compatible with HPE’s Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF) technology. This capability allows you to stack multiple switches into a single, unified virtual switch. This simplifies network topology and configuration, reduces complexity in management, and provides sub-second failover times to ensure consistent connectivity for your critical data center applications.

How can I obtain a bulk quote for the HPE JH390A from BuyRouterSwitch.com? +

Acquiring a bulk quote for your data center project is seamless through BuyRouterSwitch.com. Simply navigate to our request-a-quote section or contact our dedicated sales team directly with your quantity requirements. We specialize in providing competitive pricing packages for large-volume hardware procurement, ensuring you receive the best possible value for your enterprise-grade networking investments.

Why should I choose BuyRouterSwitch.com for purchasing HPE networking hardware? +

BuyRouterSwitch.com is a trusted source for authentic enterprise hardware. By choosing us, you benefit from our rigorous inventory standards and streamlined procurement process designed for IT professionals. We prioritize delivering genuine, high-quality HPE products that meet your project specifications, ensuring your infrastructure is built on reliable, verified components sourced through professional industry channels.

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