Manufacturer | HP |
Model | 5406R zl2 Switch |
Manufacturer Part Number | J9821A |
Product Type | Modular Layer 3 Switch |
Form Factor | 4RU |
Chassis Type | Modular |
Switching Capacity | 2.56 Tbps |
Throughput | 1,145 Mpps |
Packet Buffer Size | 16 MB |
Weight | 32.6 lbs (14.8 kg) |
Power Requirements | 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
Redundant Power Supply Support | Yes (requires optional PSUs) |
HP 5406R zl2 Switch, 8-Port, 10GbE, 4RU (J9821A)





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- Delivers high-speed 10GbE connectivity across 8 ports, ideal for bandwidth-intensive enterprise applications
- TAA compliance and Singapore manufacturing meet strict government procurement requirements
- Scalable and modular 4RU design supports flexible deployment in rack-mounted environments
Product Overview
The HP 5406R zl2 Switch (Model J9821A) is a resilient, modular Layer 3 switch engineered to meet the rigorous demands of enterprise and campus network infrastructure. Featuring 8 networking ports with support for 10 Gigabit Ethernet, it delivers high-throughput, low-latency data transfer, ensuring optimal performance for bandwidth-intensive applications such as virtualization, unified communications, and large-scale data replication.
Its 4RU form factor allows for flexible rack deployment, making it suitable for scalable data centers and edge aggregation needs. The switch measures 17.5 inches (W), 17.75 inches (D), and 12.1 inches (H), enabling easy installation within standard server racks. Manufactured in Singapore and compliant with TAA (Trade Agreements Act), it meets the procurement and security requirements of government and enterprise clients alike.
Ideal for organizations seeking a core or edge switch solution with future-forward capabilities, the HP 5406R zl2 supports modular expansion, fault tolerance, and robust management options. However, further technical specifications such as switching capacity, backplane throughput, or power redundancy support are not provided.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Support |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Singapore |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL, cUL, CE, FCC Class A, VCCI Class A, BSMI, CCC |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Access Control Lists (ACLs) | Ingress and egress ACLs supported |
MACsec Support | Yes (with appropriate modules) |
802.1X Authentication | Yes |
DHCP Snooping | Yes |
IP Source Guard | Yes |
Dynamic ARP Protection | Yes |
Traffic Filtering | Yes |
RADIUS / TACACS+ | Yes |
Interfaces
Port Count | 8 |
Port Type | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
Supported Module Types | ZL2 Interface Modules (10GbE, 1GbE, SFP) |
Expansion Slots | 6 module slots |
Management Ports | 1x RJ-45 Console, 1x USB Type-A, 1x Out-of-band Ethernet |
Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbps per port |
MAC Address Table Size | 328,000 entries |
Jumbo Frame Support | Yes (up to 9220 bytes) |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.5 in (44.45 cm) |
Depth | 17.75 in (45.08 cm) |
Height | 12.1 in (30.73 cm) |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 131°F (0°C to 55°C) |
Storage Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity | 15% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Acoustic Noise Level | 57 dB (typical) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Web GUI, CLI, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, sFlow, RMON |
Supported Management Platforms | HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC), Aruba AirWave |
Cloud-Based Management | Not natively supported |
License Requirements | No licensing required for base features |
Hot Swap Module Support | Yes |