HPE Networking CX 5420 Module
Best modular switch component for scaling enterprise campus and branch networks.
This modular switch module brings enterprise-grade intelligence and automation to your network core without the complexity of traditional hardware. It prioritizes deep analytics and seamless upgrades, trading off a slightly steeper learning curve for unparalleled visibility and long-term resilience in growing campus environments.
$4449.99
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Who it's for
- IT managers streamlining office device connectivity and cable management
- Network administrators scaling infrastructure within existing HPE environments
- System operators prioritizing seamless integration and unified management
Who should skip it
- Buyers seeking universal hardware compatibility across different switch brands
- Small businesses operating with limited IT procurement budgets
- Engineers planning high-density deployments with power-hungry devices
Performance breakdown
Network Intelligence
Advanced analytics and NAE integration provide deep, actionable infrastructure visibility.
Power Delivery
Class 4 PoE support reliably powers essential edge devices and access points.
Deployment Flexibility
Modular design and programmable OS allow for seamless, scalable network expansion.
Security Robustness
Built-in MACsec hardware ensures data integrity across your entire enterprise fabric.
Management Efficiency
Automated workflows and REST API support simplify complex daily administrative tasks.
Hardware Reliability
Gen7 ASIC architecture delivers consistent, high-performance switching under heavy enterprise loads.
Key Specs
Brand
HPE
Product Line
HPE Aruba Networking CX
Model
5420 24p 10M/100M/1G Class4 PoE Module
Manufacturer
Aruba
Advanced Switching
Layer 3
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.1ab (LLDP), IEEE 802.1ak, IEEE 802.1AX, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1s, IEEE 802.1t, IEEE 802.1v, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.3z
Features
Bridge protocol data unit (BPDU), Egress Queue Shaping (EQS), HPE SmartRate, Layer 2 switching, Layer 3 routing, Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), Multiple VLAN Registration Protocol (MVRP), Quality of Service (QoS), Rapid Per-VLAN Spanning Tree Plus (PVRST+), REST API interface, sFlow, Type of Service (ToS), Uni-Directional Link Detection (UDLD), Virtual Route Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) support
Form Factor (Hubs & Switches)
Plug-in module
Manageable
Yes
Ports
24
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