HPE Aruba 5406R ZL2 Switch J9821A

BRAND NEW. FACTORY SEALED. RETAIL BOXED. FULL HPE WARRANTY INCLUDED. FROM CHICAGO COMPUTER SUPPLY. Overview Enterprise networks must adapt quickly as bandwidth demands increase. New wireless standards, cloud applications, and connected devices all require stronger switching infrastructure. The HPE Aruba 5406R ZL2 J9821A is best for that evolving environment. It delivers a modular switching platform designed for scalability, resiliency, and advanced Layer 3 routing. This enterprise-class switch is part of the Aruba 5400R zl2 series, a platform designed for high-performance campus networks and aggregation layers. Because the architecture is modular, organizations can expand ports and capacity as network demands grow. Combined with Virtual Switching Framework technology and strong security capabilities, the switch provides reliable performance for large enterprise deployments. Key Features Modular enterprise switching platform with six expansion slots Advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities for enterprise networks Virtual Switching Framework support for simplified stacking Hitless failover for improved network resiliency Line-rate 40GbE support through modular expansion Robust QoS and traffic prioritization capabilities Enterprise security integration with Aruba ClearPass Centralized management with Aruba AirWave and Aruba Central Technical Specifications Brand: HPE Aruba SKU / Part Number: J9821A Product Series: Aruba 5400R zl2 Product Type: Modular Layer 3 Switch Form Factor: Rack-mountable Expansion Expansion Slots: 6 module slots available Performance Routing / Switching Capacity: 528 Gbps Switching Fabric Bandwidth: 1015 Gbps Throughput: 392.8 Mpps Routing Capacity IPv4 Routing Table Entries: 10,000 IPv6 Routing Table Entries: 5,000 MAC Address Table Capacity: 64,000 entries Routing Protocol Support BGP OSPF OSPFv2 OSPFv3 RIP-1 RIP-2 Static IP routing IGMP and IGMPv3 Security and Authentication Secure Shell v2 (SSH2) RADIUS authentication TACACS+ authentication SSL encryption Management and Monitoring Management Protocols: SNMP 1, SNMP 2c, SNMP 3 Management Interfaces: CLI, HTTP Monitoring Tools: RMON, RMON 2, XRMON PoE PoE Support: PoE+ through compatible modules Power Power Supply Support: Up to 2 internal power supplies (ordered separately) Physical Rack Height: 4U Dimensions (W × D × H): 17.5 × 17.8 × 6.9 in Included Accessories Fan tray Rack mounting kit Use Cases J9821A works well in enterprise campus networks where scalable switching and high availability are essential. Organizations deploy it as an aggregation or core switch connecting multiple access switches across buildings or floors. Universities, corporate campuses, and large offices benefit from its modular architecture, which allows network capacity to expand without replacing the entire switching platform. Why Choose HPE Aruba 5406R ZL2 J9821A Modular enterprise switching platform designed for scalable networks Six expansion slots for flexible port configuration High switching capacity for large enterprise traffic loads Advanced Layer 3 routing for network segmentation and control VSF stacking support for simplified network architecture Integration with Aruba AirWave and Aruba Central management tools Designed for campus cores, aggregation layers, and enterprise networks Brand new hardware backed by a full HPE warranty from Chicago Computer Supply FAQs What type of switch is the Aruba J9821A? It is a modular Layer 3 enterprise switch designed for campus networks and aggregation deployments. How many expansion slots does the switch provide? The chassis includes six expansion slots that allow flexible port modules to be installed. Does this switch support stacking? Yes. The Aruba 5400R zl2 series supports Virtual Switching Framework technology for stacking multiple switches. Can this switch support high-speed uplinks? Yes. Through modular expansion, the switch can support high-speed 10GbE and 40GbE connectivity. Are power supplies included with the switch? No. The chassis supports up to 2 internal power supplies, ordered separately. Is the product new and covered by warranty? Yes. The switch is brand new, factory-sealed, retail-boxed, and includes the full HPE warranty from Chicago Computer Supply.