HP A3600 SI Switch Series

Overview:

The HP A3600 SI Switch Series delivers intelligent, resilient performance, security, and reliability for robust switching at the enterprise network edge. The series consists of Fast Ethernet and PoE switches, with features that can accommodate large enterprise and SMB applications. Secure, resilient connectivity, as well as the latest traffic-prioritization technologies enhance converged networks. The switches are designed for improved flexibility and scalability.

• Robust switching at the enterprise network edge
• Static and RIP Layer 3 routing
• Automatic stacking with IRF lite
• Integrated and distributed security enforcement
• Enterprise-level nonblocking performance

HP A3600 SI Switch Series Models:

	A3600-24 SI Switch (JD330A)
	A3600-24-PoE SI Switch (JD325A)
	A3600-24TP SI Switch (JD329A)
	A3600-48 SI Switch (JD332A)
	A3600-48-PoE SI Switch (JD327A)

Features and Benefits:

Quality of Service (QoS)

• Broadcast control — allows limitation of broadcast traffic rate to cut down on unwanted broadcast traffic on the network
• Advanced classifier-based QoS — classifies traffic using multiple match criteria based on Layer 2, 3, and 4 information; applies QoS policies such as setting priority level and rate limit to selected traffic on a per-port or per-VLAN basis
• Powerful QoS feature — supports the following congestion actions: strict priority (SP) queuing, weighted round robin (WRR), WFQ, and WRED
• Traffic policing — supports Committed Access Rate (CAR) and line rate

Management

• Friendly port names — allow assignment of descriptive names to ports
• Remote configuration and management — is available through a secure Web browser or a command-line interface (CLI)
• Manager and operator privilege levels — enable read-only (operator) and read-write (manager) access on CLI and Web browser management interfaces
• Command authorization — leverages HWTACACS to link a custom list of CLI commands to an individual network administrator's login; also provides an audit trail
• Secure Web GUI — provides a secure, easy-to-use graphical interface for configuring the module via HTTPS
• Multiple configuration files — can be stored to the flash image
• Complete session logging — provides detailed information for problem identification and resolution
• SNMPv1, v2c, and v3 — facilitate centralized discovery, monitoring, and secure management of networking devices
• Remote monitoring (RMON) — uses standard SNMP to monitor essential network functions; supports events, alarm, history, and statistics group plus a private alarm extension group
• IEEE 802.1AB Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) — automated device discovery protocol provides easy mapping by network management applications
• Management VLAN — segments traffic to and from management interfaces, including CLI/telnet, a Web browser interface, and SNMP
• Local & Remote Intelligent Mirroring — mirrors traffic from a switch port to remote switch port anywhere on the network, or mirrors ACL selected traffic to local switch port
• Device Link Detection Protocol (DLDP) — monitors cable between two switches and shuts down the ports on both ends if the cable is broken, preventing network problems such as loops
• Troubleshooting — ingress and egress port monitoring enable network problem solving; virtual cable tests provide visibility into cable problems

Connectivity

• Auto-MDIX — automatically adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables on all 10/100 and 10/100/1000 ports
• Jumbo packet support — supports up to 9216-byte frame size to improve performance of large data transfers
• Gigabit uplinks — dual-personality ports for either 10/100/1000 or mini-GBIC SFP connectivity for increased connectivity flexibility
• High-density access — provides up to 48 fixed 10/100BASE-T PoE or non-PoE ports in a Layer 2/Layer 3 switch
• IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) support — simplifies deployment and dramatically reduces installation costs by helping to eliminate the time and cost involved in supplying local power at each access point location

Performance

• Nonblocking performance — up to 17.6 Gbps nonblocking switching fabric provides wire-speed intra- and inter-module switching with up to 11.78 million pps throughput
• Gigabit Ethernet interface — provides a connection to the network that eliminates the network as a bottleneck
• Hardware-based wire-speed access control lists — feature-rich ACL implementation helps ensure high levels of security and ease of administration without impacting network performance

Resiliency and high availability

• Separate data and control paths — keeps control separated from services and keeps service processing isolated; increases security and performance
• External redundant power supply — provides high reliability
• Smart link — allows 50 ms failover between links
• Spanning Tree/MSTP, RSTP — provides redundant links while preventing network loops
• Intelligent Resilient Framework (IRF) Technology — allows customers to build a simple and reliable architecture, reducing the number of IP addresses and configuration files to manage; RVSF addresses the OPEX problem that many customers are facing by simplifying the task of managing multiple devices, as well as eliminates the need for legacy protocols like STP, RSTP, MSPT, and VRRP, providing an active-active mode of operation for both Layer 2 and Layer 3 at every layer in the network
• IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) — supports up to 26 trunks, each with 8 links per trunk; supports static or dynamic groups
• Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) — allows a group of routers to dynamically back each other up to create highly available routed environments

Layer 2 switching

• 16K MAC address table — provides access to many Layer 2 devices
• VLAN support and tagging — support IEEE 802.1Q, with 4094 simultaneous VLAN IDs
• GARP VLAN Registration Protocol (GVRP) — allows automatic learning and dynamic assignment of VLANs
• IEEE 802.1ad QinQ and Selective QinQ — increase the scalability of an Ethernet network by providing a hierarchical structure; connect multiple LANs on a high-speed campus or metro network
• Gigabit Ethernet port aggregation — allows grouping of ports to increase overall data throughput to a remote device
• IP multicast snooping — automatically prevents flooding of IP multicast traffic

Layer 3 services

• Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) — determines the MAC address of another IP host in the same subnet
• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) — simplifies the management of large IP networks; supports client; DHCP Relay enables DHCP operation across subnets
• Loopback interface address — defines an address in RIP that can always be reachable, improving diagnostic capability
• User Datagram Protocol (UDP) helper function — allows UDP broadcasts to be directed across router interfaces to specific IP unicast or subnet broadcast addresses and prevents server spoofing for UDP services such as DHCP
• Route maps — provide more control during route redistribution; allow filtering and altering of route metrics

• Static IPv4 routing — provides simple, manually configured IPv4 routing
• Routing Information Protocol (RIP) — provides RIPv1 and RIPv2 routing

• Access control lists (ACLs) — provides IP Layer 2 to Layer 4 traffic filtering; supports VLAN ACL and port ACL
• Multiple user authentication methods —
  • IEEE 802.1X — industry-standard method of user authentication using an IEEE 802.1X supplicant on the client in conjunction with a RADIUS server
  • Web-based authentication — similar to IEEE 802.1X, it provides a browser-based environment to authenticate clients that do not support the IEEE 802.1X supplicant
  • MAC-based authentication — client is authenticated with the RADIUS server based on the client's MAC address
• Identity-driven security and access control —
  • Per-user ACLs — permits or denies user access to specific network resources based on user identity and time of day, allowing multiple types of users on the same network to access specific network services without risk to network security or unauthorized access to sensitive data
  • Automatic VLAN assignment — automatically assigns users to the appropriate VLAN based on their identities
• Secure management access — securely encrypts all access methods (CLI, GUI, or MIB) through SSHv2, SSL, and/or SNMPv3
• Secure File Transfer Protocol (FTP) — allows secure file transfer to and from the switch; protects against unwanted file downloads or unauthorized copying of switch configuration file
• Guest VLAN — similar to IEEE 802.1X, it provides a browser-based environment to authenticated clients
• Endpoint Admission Defense (EAD) — provides security policies to users accessing a network
• Port security — allows access only to specified MAC addresses, which can be learned or specified by the administrator
• Port isolation — secures and adds privacy, and prevents malicious attackers from obtaining user information
• STP BPDU port protection — blocks Bridge Protocol Data Units (BPDUs) on ports that do not require BPDUs, preventing forged BPDU attacks
• STP Root Guard — protects root bridge from malicious attack or configuration mistakes
• DHCP protection — blocks DHCP packets from unauthorized DHCP servers, preventing denial-of-service attacks
• Dynamic ARP protection — blocks ARP broadcasts from unauthorized hosts, preventing eavesdropping or theft of network data
• IP Source Guard — filters packets on a per-port basis, which prevents illegal packets from being forwarded
• RADIUS/HWTACACS — eases switch management security administration by using a password authentication server

Convergence

• IEEE 802.1AB Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) — is an automated device discovery protocol for easy mapping by network management applications
• LLDP-MED — is a standard extension that automatically configures network devices, including LLDP-capable IP phones
• LLDP-CDP compatibility — receives and recognizes CDP packets from Cisco's IP phones for seamless interoperation
• IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet — provides up to 15.4 W per port to PoE-powered devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and video cameras
• PoE allocations — support multiple methods (automatic, IEEE 802.3af class, LLDP-MED, or user specified) to allocate PoE power for more efficient energy savings
• Voice VLAN — automatically assigns VLAN and priority for IP phones, simplifying network configuration and maintenance
• IP multicast snooping (IGMP snooping) — automatically prevents flooding of IP multicast traffic
• Multicast VLAN — allows multiple VLANs to receive the same multicast traffic, reducing network bandwidth demand by eliminating multiple streams to each VLAN

Device support

• Cisco prestandard PoE support — detects and provides power to Cisco's prestandard PoE devices such as wireless LAN access points and IP phones

Additional information

• Green IT and power — use the latest advances in silicon development, shut off unused ports, and use variable-speed fans to improve power efficiency
• Green initiative support — provides support for RoHS and WEEE regulations

Warranty and support

• 1-year warranty — with advance replacement and 10-calendar-day delivery (available in most countries)
• Electronic and telephone support — limited electronic and telephone support is available from HP; refer to www.hp.com/networking/warranty for details on the support provided and the period during which support is available
• Software releases — refer to www.hp.com/networking/warranty for details on the software releases provided and the period during which software releases are available for your product(s)

Specifications:

	A3600-24 SI (JD330A)	A3600-24-PoE SI (JD325A)	A3600-24TP SI (JD329A)
Port
	24 RJ-45 autosensing 10/100 ports (IEEE 802.3 Type 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u Type 100BASE-TX) Media Type: Auto-MDIX Duplex: half or full 4 SFP 1000 Mbps ports 1 RJ-45 serial console port	24 RJ-45 autosensing 10/100 PoE ports (IEEE 802.3 Type 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u Type 100BASE-TX, IEEE 802.3af PoE) Media Type: Auto-MDIX Duplex: half or full 4 SFP 1000 Mbps ports 1 RJ-45 serial console port	24 RJ-45 autosensing 10/100 ports (IEEE 802.3 Type 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u Type 100BASE-TX) Media Type: Auto-MDIX Duplex: half or full 2 RJ-45 autosensing 10/100/1000 ports (IEEE 802.3 Type 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u Type 100BASE-TX, IEEE 802.3ab Type 1000BASE-T) Media Type: Auto-MDIX Duplex: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX: half or full; 1000BASE-T: full only 2 SFP 1000 Mbps ports 1 RJ-45 serial console port
Physical characteristics
Dimensions	10.24(d) x 17.32(w) x 1.72(h) in. (26.0 x 44.0 x 4.36 cm) (1U height)	16.54(d) x 17.32(w) x 1.72(h) in. (42.0 x 44.0 x 4.36 cm) (1U height)	10.24(d) x 17.32(w) x 1.72(h) in. (26.0 x 44.0 x 4.36 cm) (1U height)
Weight	7.72 lb. (3.5 kg)	13.23 lb. (6 kg)	7.72 lb. (3.5 kg)
Memory and processor
	64 MB SDRAM, 8 MB flash; packet buffer size: 32 MB	64 MB SDRAM, 8 MB flash; packet buffer size: 32 MB	64 MB SDRAM, 8 MB flash; packet buffer size: 32 MB
Mounting
	Mounts in an EIA standard 19-in. telco rack or equipment cabinet (hardware included)	Mounts in an EIA standard 19-in. telco rack or equipment cabinet (hardware included)	Mounts in an EIA standard 19-in. telco rack or equipment cabinet (hardware included)
Performance
Latency	< 10 µs	< 10 µs	< 10 µs
Throughput	9.5 million pps	9.5 million pps	9.5 million pps
Routing/Switching capacity	12.8 Gbps	12.8 Gbps	12.8 Gbps
Routing table size	1088 entries	1088 entries	1088 entries
Environment
Operating temperature	32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)	32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)	32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)
Operating relative humidity	10% to 90%, noncondensing	10% to 90%, noncondensing	10% to 90%, noncondensing
Non-Operating temperature	-40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)	-40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)	-40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Non-Operating relative humidity	5% to 95%, noncondensing	5% to 95%, noncondensing	5% to 95%, noncondensing
Electrical characteristics
Maximum heat dissipation	375 BTU/hr (395.63 kJ/hr)	511 BTU/hr (539.11 kJ/hr)	137 BTU/hr (144.54 kJ/hr)
Voltage	100-240 VAC	100-240 VAC	100-240 VAC
DC voltage	-	-52 to -55 VDC	-
Maximum power rating	40 W	450 W	40 W
PoE power	-	370 W	-
Frequency	50/60 Hz	50/60 Hz	50/60 Hz
Notes	Maximum power rating and maximum heat dissipation are the worst-case theoretical maximum numbers provided for planning the infrastructure with fully loaded PoE (if equipped), 100% traffic, all ports plugged in, and all modules populated.	Maximum power rating and maximum heat dissipation are the worst-case theoretical maximum numbers provided for planning the infrastructure with fully loaded PoE (if equipped), 100% traffic, all ports plugged in, and all modules populated. PoE power is the power supplied by the internal power supply. It is dependent on the type and quantity of power supplies and may be supplemented with the use of an external power supply (EPS). With AC input, the maximum power consumption is 450 W, PoE is 300 W. With DC input, the maximum power consumption is 430 W, PoE is 370 W.	Maximum power rating and maximum heat dissipation are the worst-case theoretical maximum numbers provided for planning the infrastructure with fully loaded PoE (if equipped), 100% traffic, all ports plugged in, and all modules populated.
Safety
	UL 60950-1EN 60825-1 Safety of Laser Products-Part 1EN 60825-2 Safety of Laser Products-Part 2IEC 60950-1CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1EN 60950-1/A11FDA 21 CFR Subchapter JROHS Compliance

	A3600-48 SI (JD332A)	A3600-48-PoE SI (JD327A)
Port
	48 RJ-45 autosensing 10/100 ports (IEEE 802.3 Type 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u Type 100BASE-TX) Media Type: Auto-MDIX Duplex: half or full 4 SFP 1000 Mbps ports 1 RJ-45 serial console port	48 RJ-45 autosensing 10/100 PoE ports (IEEE 802.3 Type 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u Type 100BASE-TX, IEEE 802.3af PoE) Media Type: Auto-MDIX Duplex: half or full 4 SFP 1000 Mbps ports 1 RJ-45 serial console port
Physical characteristics
Dimensions	10.24(d) x 17.32(w) x 1.72(h) in. (26 x 44 x 4.36 cm) (1U height)	16.54(d) x 17.32(w) x 1.72(h) in. (42.0 x 44.0 x 4.36 cm) (1U height)
Weight	8.82 lb. (4 kg)	14.33 lb. (6.5 kg)
Memory and processor
	64 MB SDRAM, 8 MB flash; packet buffer size: 32 MB	64 MB SDRAM, 8 MB flash; packet buffer size: 32 MB
Mounting
	Mounts in an EIA standard 19-in. telco rack or equipment cabinet (hardware included)	Mounts in an EIA standard 19-in. telco rack or equipment cabinet (hardware included)
Performance
Latency	< 10 µs	< 10 µs
Throughput	11.8 million pps (64-byte packets)	11.8 million pps (64-byte packets)
Routing/Switching capacity	17.6 Gbps	17.6 Gbps
Routing table size	1088 entries	1088 entries
Environment
Operating temperature	32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)	32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)
Operating relative humidity	10% to 90%, noncondensing	10% to 90%, noncondensing
Non-Operating temperature	-40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)	-40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Non-Operating relative humidity	5% to 95%, noncondensing	5% to 95%, noncondensing
Electrical characteristics
Maximum heat dissipation	171 BTU/hr (180.41 kJ/hr)	563 BTU/hr (593.96 kJ/hr)
Voltage	100-240 VAC	100-240 VAC
DC voltage	-	-52 to -55 VDC
Maximum power rating	50 W	820 W
PoE power	-	740 W
Frequency	50/60 Hz	50/60 Hz
Notes	Maximum power rating and maximum heat dissipation are the worst-case theoretical maximum numbers provided for planning the infrastructure with fully loaded PoE (if equipped), 100% traffic, all ports plugged in, and all modules populated	Maximum power rating and maximum heat dissipation are the worst-case theoretical maximum numbers provided for planning the infrastructure with fully loaded PoE (if equipped), 100% traffic, all ports plugged in, and all modules populated. PoE power is the power supplied by the internal power supply. It is dependent on the type and quantity of power supplies and may be supplemented with the use of an external power supply (EPS). With AC input, the maximum power consumption is 465 W, PoE is 300 W.
Safety
	UL 60950-1EN 60825-1 Safety of Laser Products-Part 1EN 60825-2 Safety of Laser Products-Part 2IEC 60950-1CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1EN 60950-1/A11FDA 21 CFR Subchapter JROHS Compliance

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Documentation:

HP A3600 SI Switch Series Datasheet (.PDF)