Description
HPE Flex Fabric 5700 JG898A switch with 32x 10GBase-T, 8x SFP+, 2x 40G QSFP+ ports. High-performance, low-latency 1U rack switch for data centers.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | HPE Flex Fabric 5700 |
| Part Number | JG898A |
| Serial No. | CN8AGN50N1 (example from label) |
| MAC Address | EC:98:BC:68:8D:6 (example from label) |
| Port Configuration | 32 × 10GBase-T, 8 × 10G SFP+, 2 × 40G QSFP+ |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| Country of Origin | Made in China |
| Label Codes | 0235A1EDH0E0Y2 |
Product Features
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High-Density Switching – 32 × 10GBase-T, 8 × 10G SFP+, 2 × 40G QSFP+ uplink ports.
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Enterprise-Grade Performance – Up to 960 Gbps switching capacity with ultra-low latency.
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Layer 2/3 Functionality – Supports advanced routing and switching for complex networks.
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Scalable & Flexible – Ideal for virtualization, server aggregation, and high-bandwidth workloads.
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Resilient Design – Hot-swappable power supply and redundant fans for continuous uptime.
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Compact 1U Form Factor – Fits seamlessly in data center rack deployments.
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Future-Proof Connectivity – 40G uplink ports support high-performance backbone integration.
General Product Information
The HPE Flex Fabric 5700 JG898A (5700-32XGT-8XG-2QSFP+) is a high-performance, 1U rackmount network switch designed to handle today’s demanding enterprise and data center workloads. Featuring 32 × 10GBase-T RJ-45 ports, 8 × 10G SFP+ ports, and 2 × 40G QSFP+ uplinks, this switch offers exceptional scalability and flexibility for high-density environments.
With a switching capacity of up to 960 Gbps and low latency architecture, the Flex Fabric 5700 ensures smooth handling of real-time traffic such as virtualization, cloud computing, and large-scale storage networking.
Built for reliability, it includes redundant fan cooling and hot-swappable power supplies, minimizing downtime in mission-critical environments. Designed with Layer 2 and Layer 3 support, it provides advanced routing and switching capabilities to simplify complex networks.
Whether deployed for server aggregation, virtualization, or high-performance computing (HPC), the HPE 5700 JG898A is a future-ready solution that balances performance, scalability, and efficiency.
Technical Specifications Table
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Model | Flex Fabric 5700 |
| Part Number | JG898A |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| Port Configuration | 32 × 1/10GBase-T, 8 × 1/10G SFP+, 2 × 40G QSFP+ |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 960 Gbps |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Latency | Low latency for real-time applications |
| Cooling | Redundant fans |
| Power Supply | Hot-swappable PSU (varies by model) |
| Country of Origin | Made in China |
| Serial Example | CN8AGN50N1 |
| MAC Address Example | EC:98:BC:68:8D:6 |
Compatible Products
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Servers: HPE ProLiant DL380, DL360, Dell PowerEdge R740, R7425, R640
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Storage: HPE 3PAR, HPE Nimble Storage, Dell EMC Unity, NetApp ONTAP
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Operating Systems: VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu Server
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Networking: Compatible with 10G/40G optics and transceivers (HPE, Intel, Mellanox)
Ideal Use Cases
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Data Centers – High-bandwidth server aggregation
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Virtualization Environments – VMware, Hyper-V, containerized workloads
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Enterprise Core Switching – Reliable backbone for corporate networks
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Cloud Deployments – Scalable multi-tenant environments
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High-Performance Computing (HPC) – Low-latency networking for parallel workloads
Comparison Angle
Compared to older HPE 5500 series switches, the FlexFabric 5700 JG898A provides higher throughput (960 Gbps), more 10GBase-T ports, and 40G uplink options. Against competitors like Cisco Nexus or Dell S-Series, the HPE 5700 offers a better price-to-performance ratio with flexible copper and fiber port options, making it an ideal mid-range enterprise solution.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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HPE 10G SFP+ Transceivers
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HPE 40G QSFP+ Modules & DAC Cables
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Dell EMC or HPE Enterprise Servers
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HPE Nimble Storage Arrays
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Rack PDUs & UPS systems for data centers