Aruba HPE FlexFabric 5700-40XG 2QSFP+ Managed L3 Switch

Overview

The Aruba JG896A is a Layer 3 managed switch designed to deliver high-speed 10 and 40 gigabit connectivity in data centers, campus cores, and server rooms where space and performance are critical. It features forty 10G SFP+ ports for connecting servers, storage, or uplinks, along with two 40G QSFP+ ports for efficient aggregation or stacking. With a switching capacity of 960 Gbps and a MAC address table supporting up to 128,000 entries, this switch ensures smooth traffic flow and scalability for growing networks.

Its compact 1U rack design fits neatly into standard racks, making it an excellent choice for top-of-rack deployments in virtualized environments or high-density storage setups. Network administrators benefit from familiar management tools such as SNMP, Telnet, FTP, NTP, and SNTP, plus a dedicated RJ-45 console port for direct access and troubleshooting. Quality of Service controls help maintain responsiveness for critical applications like voice, video, and storage replication during peak traffic periods.

Key features

• Layer 3 management with multiple protocols for flexible and comprehensive network control
• Forty 10G SFP+ ports that provide ample bandwidth for edge devices and uplinks
• Two 40G QSFP+ ports designed for high-speed aggregation or stacking to simplify network expansion
• High switching capacity of 960 Gbps to handle fully utilized links without bottlenecks
• Large MAC address table supporting up to 128,000 entries to accommodate growing network devices
• Compact 1U rack form factor that saves valuable space in dense server environments
• Stackable design allowing seamless growth without replacing existing hardware
• Dedicated RJ-45 console port for straightforward local configuration and troubleshooting
• Quality of Service features that prioritize latency-sensitive traffic to keep critical applications responsive

Key specs

• Switching capacity: 960 Gbps
• Ports: 40 x 10G SFP+, 2 x 40G QSFP+
• MAC address table size: 128,000 entries
• Form factor: 1U rack-mountable
• Management protocols: SNMP, Telnet, FTP, NTP, SNTP
• Console port: Dedicated RJ-45

Connectivity and compatibility

This switch supports a wide range of 10G and 40G connections suitable for modern data center environments. The 40 SFP+ ports accommodate various fiber or copper transceivers, enabling flexible connections to servers, storage arrays, or uplinks. The two QSFP+ ports provide high-speed links for aggregation or stacking multiple switches, simplifying network topology and expansion. Its management options integrate well with existing network monitoring and configuration tools, making it compatible with enterprise IT workflows.

Ideal uses and environments

The Aruba JG896A fits well in virtualized server clusters, high-density storage deployments, and campus core networks where high bandwidth and low latency are essential. Its compact size and stacking capability make it a strong choice for organizations that need to maximize rack space while maintaining room for future growth. IT teams managing latency-sensitive applications such as voice, video conferencing, or storage replication will appreciate the Quality of Service controls that keep these workloads prioritized during busy periods.