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Silver rack-mount chassis with six empty module bays and front fan tray

HPE

HPE J9821A 5406R zl2 network switch 6 module slots

SKU CH-E1BM-A39Y3 MPN J9821A

Modular rack-mount switch with six open module slots supporting up to 144 copper or SFP ports, 48 SFP+ or multi-gigabit ports, or 12 40GbE ports

  • Product formatRack-mountable
  • Management typeManaged
  • Main ports(6) open module slots Supports a maximum of 144 autosensing
  • Product dimensions6.9 in × 17.5 in × 17.75 in
  • Product weight24.49 lb (11.1 kg)
  • In the box5406R zl2 Switch 1 × 5400R zl2 Management Module (J9827A) 1
  • Modular 4U chassis with 6 open slots for tailored port density
  • Layer 3 managed switching for advanced routing and network control
  • High-density flexibility supporting up to 144 Gigabit or 48 SFP+ connections
  • Ready-to-deploy bundle includes management module, fan tray and mounting kit
  • Compact 6.90" x 17.50" x 17.75" footprint fits standard racks at 24.49 lbs

What it is

The HPE J9821A 5406R zl2 is a modular managed switch with six open module slots in a 4U rack-mountable chassis. It ships with a 5400R zl2 management module and a 5406R zl2 fan tray included.

Who it suits

Network teams building a configurable campus core or aggregation layer can populate the six slots with copper, SFP, SFP+, Smart Rate or 40GbE line cards up to the stated port maxima. Buyers who need a fixed-configuration switch without module flexibility should look at other models.

The deciding spec

Six open module slots define the expansion ceiling; the chassis supports up to 144 autosensing 10/100/1000 ports, 144 SFP ports, 48 SFP+ ports, 48 Smart Rate multi-gigabit ports or 12 40GbE ports in any combination.

How it compares

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Price $2,538.99
Pricier than about 81% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHPE
Model name5406R zl2
Connectivity
Management typeManaged
Ports & slots
Main ports(6) open module slots
Supports a maximum of 144 autosensing 10/100/1000 ports or 144 SFP ports or 48 SFP+ ports or 48 HP Smart Rate Multi-Gigabit or 12 40GbE ports, or a combination
Size & build
Product dimensions6.9 in × 17.5 in × 17.75 in
Product weight24.49 lb (11.1 kg)
Shipping weight201.85 kg
Package size636 × 572 × 305 mm
In the box
In the box5406R zl2 Switch
1 × 5400R zl2 Management Module (J9827A)
1 × 5406R zl2 Switch Fan Tray (J9831A)
Mounting Kit
More details
Product formatRack-mountable

Questions about this item

What does the 6 open module slots interface cap at for 10/100/1000 and 40GbE ports?

The chassis supports up to 144 autosensing 10/100/1000 ports or 12 40GbE ports, with other combinations including 144 SFP, 48 SFP+ or 48 HP Smart Rate Multi-Gigabit ports.

What rack height and mounting hardware does the 5406R zl2 need to fit?

It is a 4U rack-mountable unit measuring 6.90" x 17.50" x 17.75" and includes a mounting kit for standard racks.

How is the management module installed and which step is often missed?

Insert the included 5400R zl2 Management Module (J9827A) into the designated management slot and seat it firmly until the latch clicks; the step often missed is fully engaging that latch.

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