Description
Huawei S5720-52P-SI 48-Port Gigabit Switch with 4 SFP uplinks. Layer 2/3 enterprise networking, 336Gbps capacity, energy-efficient and scalable.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd |
| Model | S5720-52P-SI |
| Type | Layer 3 Ethernet Switch |
| Ports | 48 x 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet |
| Uplinks | 4 x GE SFP uplink ports |
| Certifications | UL Listed, CE, FCC, ICES-3(A), NMB-3(A), Class 1 Laser Product, RoHS |
| Compliance | FCC Part 15, 21 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter J |
| Switching Capacity | 336 Gbit/s |
| Forwarding Rate | 78 Mpps |
| Energy Efficiency | Low power consumption, eco-friendly design |
| Country of Manufacture | Made in China |
| Manufacturer Address | Huawei Base, Bantian, Longgang District, Shenzhen |
Product Features
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48 Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-speed LAN connectivity
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4 GE SFP uplink ports for fiber and network expansion
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Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching for flexible enterprise deployments
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336 Gbps switching capacity & 78 Mpps forwarding rate
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Energy-efficient design with reduced power consumption
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Carrier-grade certifications (FCC, UL, CE, RoHS)
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Enterprise-grade build with rack-mountable chassis
General Product Information
The Huawei S5720-52P-SI is a high-performance Layer 3 managed Ethernet switch designed for enterprises, campuses, and data centers requiring fast, reliable, and scalable networking. Equipped with 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 Gigabit SFP uplink interfaces, it delivers seamless connectivity for large-scale IT infrastructures.
With a switching capacity of 336 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 78 Mpps, the S5720-52P-SI ensures smooth traffic handling, supporting high-demand applications such as VoIP, video conferencing, virtualization, and large file transfers. Its Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities enable VLAN segmentation, routing, and QoS management, making it a versatile choice for advanced enterprise networks.
The switch also features an energy-efficient design, minimizing power consumption without sacrificing performance—ideal for organizations prioritizing sustainability and cost efficiency. Backed by international certifications (FCC, CE, UL, RoHS), the Huawei S5720-52P-SI provides secure, reliable, and long-term networking performance.
Technical Specifications Table
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Huawei |
| Model | S5720-52P-SI |
| Product Type | Layer 3 Managed Ethernet Switch |
| Ports | 48 x 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet |
| Uplink Ports | 4 x GE SFP uplinks |
| Switching Capacity | 336 Gbit/s |
| Forwarding Rate | 78 Mpps |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 & Layer 3 |
| VLAN Support | 4K VLANs |
| QoS | Supported |
| Compliance | FCC Part 15, ICES-3(A), NMB-3(A), RoHS |
| Certifications | UL Listed, CE, Class 1 Laser Product |
| Energy Efficiency | Low power consumption design |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable, enterprise-grade chassis |
| Country of Origin | Made in China |
Compatible Products
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Huawei SFP transceivers (1000BASE-SX/LX/ZX)
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Enterprise routers (Huawei AR series, Cisco ISR/ASR)
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Firewalls (Huawei USG series, Fortinet, Palo Alto)
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Servers (Dell, HPE, Lenovo, Huawei FusionServer)
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OS support: Windows Server, Linux, VMware ESXi, Hyper-V
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Enterprise storage systems (NetApp, Huawei OceanStor, EMC)
Ideal Use Cases
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Enterprise Networks – Scalable backbone for corporate offices
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Campus & Education – VLANs and routing for multi-department networks
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Data Centers – High-capacity aggregation switch
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VoIP & UC Deployments – QoS support for voice/video traffic
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Small & Medium Businesses – Cost-effective Layer 3 enterprise-grade solution
Comparison Angle
The Huawei S5720-52P-SI offers:
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More port density than the Huawei S5720-28P-SI (48 vs 24 ports)
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Energy-efficient design compared to older Huawei 5700 series
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Layer 3 functionality at a cost-effective price compared to Cisco Catalyst 3850 series
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High switching capacity (336 Gbps) for enterprise growth
This makes it ideal for businesses seeking a balance of performance, scalability, and affordability.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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Huawei Gigabit SFP Transceivers (SX, LX, ZX)
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Fiber optic patch cables (OM3/OM4, single-mode, multi-mode)
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Rack mount kits & patch panels
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Huawei USG Firewalls
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Enterprise-grade routers (Huawei AR, Cisco ISR)
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Power distribution units (PDUs) for racks