{"product_id":"hpe-3600-48-poe-v2-ei-switch","title":"HPE 3600-48-PoE+ v2 EI Switch","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE 3600-48-PoE+ v2 EI Switch\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE 3600-48-PoE+ v2 EI Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003eLayer 3 managed switch\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for enterprise network edge deployments requiring robust performance, intelligent switching, and comprehensive security. With 48 PoE+ ports delivering power and data simultaneously, this \u003cstrong\u003eFast Ethernet switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for organizations deploying IP phones, wireless access points, and networked cameras across distributed locations. The compact 1U rack-mountable design with four SFP expansion slots makes it perfect for data centers, branch offices, and campus networks where space and scalability matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e48 PoE\/PoE+ ports for simultaneous power and data delivery to edge devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayer 3 intelligent switching with advanced routing capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour SFP expansion slots for flexible uplink connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1U rack-mountable form factor for efficient data center deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise-grade security, reliability, and resilience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast Ethernet performance optimized for edge network environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntelligent network management and monitoring capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJG302CR#ABA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPE 3600 EI Switch Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitch Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLayer 3 Managed Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48 PoE\/PoE+ Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpansion Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 SFP Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1U Rack-Mountable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKey Capabilities\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntelligent switching, security, resilience, edge networking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Layer 3 switch and why does my network need one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eLayer 3 switch\u003c\/strong\u003e combines switching and routing capabilities, enabling intelligent traffic management and inter-VLAN communication without requiring a separate router. The HPE 3600-48-PoE+ v2 EI delivers this functionality at the network edge, improving performance and reducing latency for enterprise deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many devices can the HPE 3600-48-PoE+ v2 EI power?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 48 PoE+ ports, this \u003cstrong\u003emanaged switch\u003c\/strong\u003e can simultaneously power and connect up to 48 PoE-compatible devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, network cameras, and IoT sensors, eliminating the need for separate power supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are SFP expansion slots used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe four SFP slots on the HPE 3600 EI Switch enable flexible uplink connectivity using Small Form-factor Pluggable transceivers, supporting fiber or copper connections for high-speed backbone links and redundant network paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the HPE 3600-48-PoE+ v2 EI suitable for small businesses?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. While designed for enterprise environments, this \u003cstrong\u003eFast Ethernet switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for growing organizations, branch offices, and campus networks requiring reliable PoE switching with intelligent Layer 3 capabilities and enterprise-grade security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41710693187659,"sku":"JG302CR#ABA","price":2963.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.com\/products\/hpe-3600-48-poe-v2-ei-switch","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}