This HPE FlexNetwork 5710 top-of-rack switch is perfect for data center administrators and network engineers who need high-performance L3 managed networking for demanding applications. Our solution delivers:
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24 x 10GBASE-T ports that provide exceptional server connectivity
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Ultra-low latency performance for mission-critical data center operations
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Server rack network switch optimization ensuring enterprise reliability
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Advanced L3 routing capabilities for complex network topologies
Key Features
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24 x 10GBASE-T ports to connect high-speed server connections
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6 x QSFP+ uplink ports for 40GbE backbone connectivity
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2 x QSFP28 ports supporting 100GbE for future expansion
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Layer 3 managed functionality with advanced routing protocols
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Sub-microsecond latency for real-time applications
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Non-blocking architecture ensuring full wire-speed performance
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Hot-swappable power supplies for maximum uptime
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Energy-efficient design optimized for data center environments
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise) |
| Model Number |
JL689A |
| Type |
Layer 3 Managed Top-of-Rack Switch |
| Series |
HPE FlexNetwork 5710 |
| Port Configuration |
24 x 10GBASE-T, 6 x QSFP+, 2 x QSFP28 |
| 10GbE Ports |
24 x 10GBASE-T (RJ45) |
| 40GbE Uplinks |
6 x QSFP+ ports |
| 100GbE Uplinks |
2 x QSFP28 ports |
| Switching Capacity |
1.44 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate |
1071 Mpps |
| Latency |
Sub-microsecond (cut-through) |
| MAC Address Table |
288,000 entries |
| Routing Table |
128,000 IPv4 routes |
| Power Consumption |
480W maximum |
| Power Supplies |
2 x hot-swappable AC/DC power supplies |
| Form Factor |
1U rack-mountable |
| Management |
Comware operating system, CLI, Web GUI, SNMP |
| Compatible Systems |
Enterprise data centers, high-performance computing, virtualization environments |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes this switch ideal for top-of-rack data center deployments?
A: The HPE 5710 top-of-rack switch provides 24 x 10GbE server connections with ultra-low latency and high-density design, making it perfect for connecting servers in data center rack environments while providing scalable uplinks for spine connectivity.
Q: How does the low-latency performance benefit data center applications?
A: With sub-microsecond cut-through latency, this high-performance switch is ideal for latency-sensitive applications including high-frequency trading, real-time analytics, and virtualized workloads that require immediate response times in modern data center environments.
Q: What L3 managed features does this switch provide?
A: This L3 managed switch supports advanced routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, and VRRP, along with comprehensive QoS, VLANs, and security features, enabling complex network topologies and advanced traffic management in enterprise data centers.
Q: How do the QSFP+ and QSFP28 uplinks benefit network architecture?
A: The 6 x QSFP+ ports provide 40GbE uplinks for current spine connectivity, while the 2 x QSFP28 ports support 100GbE for future network expansion, ensuring long-term scalability and investment protection in growing data center infrastructures.
Q: What high-availability features are included?
A: The switch includes hot-swappable power supplies, redundant cooling, and advanced failover capabilities, ensuring maximum uptime for mission-critical server rack network switch deployments in enterprise environments.
Q: Is this switch suitable for virtualized environments?
A: Yes, with its high port density, advanced QoS capabilities, and low-latency performance, this switch excels in virtualized environments, supporting VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and other virtualization platforms requiring high-performance networking.
HPE FlexNetwork 5710 top-of-rack switch with 24x10GbE, 6xQSFP+, L3 managed features, and ultra-low latency for data center applications.
