Description

The A4H254-8F8T P0973JP is a high-performance, fully managed Ethernet switch from the renowned Enterasys Networks (now part of Extreme Networks) product line. Designed for enterprise core and distribution layer deployments, this switch delivers robust Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities, ensuring secure, reliable, and high-speed network connectivity for critical business applications. The A4H254-8F8T P0973JP is engineered to provide exceptional network control, visibility, and resilience, making it an ideal solution for creating scalable and intelligent network infrastructures. Its advanced feature set supports complex policy-based management, allowing network administrators to optimize performance and enforce security protocols across the entire organization.

As a key component in Enterasys’s comprehensive networking portfolio, this switch is built to meet the demanding requirements of modern data centers, campus networks, and high-availability environments. It offers a combination of high port density, PoE+ support, and redundant power options, ensuring maximum uptime and operational efficiency. The A4H254-8F8T P0973JP is more than just a connectivity device; it is a strategic networking asset that simplifies network management through automation and deep analytics, reducing total cost of ownership. The inclusion of Enterasys’s unique policy-based management allows the A4H254-8F8T P0973JP to dynamically allocate resources and prioritize traffic based on user identity, device type, and application, providing a seamless and secure user experience.

A4H254-8F8T P0973JP ENTERASYS

Technical Specifications

Parameter Name	Parameter Value
Product Model	A4H254-8F8T P0973JP
Manufacturer	Enterasys Networks (Extreme Networks)
Product Type	Fully Managed Layer 3 Ethernet Switch
Total Ports	48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports, 8 x SFP Gigabit Ethernet uplinks
PoE/PoE+ Support	Yes (on copper ports)
Switching Capacity	176 Gbps
Forwarding Rate	131 Mpps
Memory	DRAM: 512 MB, Flash: 1 GB
Management	Enterasys NetSight, CLI, Web UI
Power Supply	Dual, Hot-swappable (Default 1x 600W AC PSU)
AC Input Voltage	100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Operating Temperature	0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
Dimensions (W x D x H)	44.0 x 41.5 x 4.4 cm (17.3 x 16.3 x 1.7 in)

Main Features and Advantages

Advanced Policy Management: A defining feature of the A4H254-8F8T P0973JP is its sophisticated policy-based management. This allows administrators to create and enforce network policies based on user roles, device types, and applications rather than just IP addresses. This dramatically enhances security, simplifies network operations, and ensures optimal resource allocation, providing a agile and responsive network environment.

High Availability and Resilience: Designed for mission-critical operations, the A4H254-8F8T P0973JP boasts exceptional reliability features. It supports dual, hot-swappable power supplies for redundant power input and offers hardware-based redundancy protocols like Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) and Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP). These features ensure continuous network availability and rapid failover, minimizing downtime and maintaining business continuity.

Comprehensive Security and Control: Security is integrated at every level of the A4H254-8F8T P0973JP. It offers a complete suite of features including 802.1X network access control, MAC-based authentication, secure management access (SSHv2, SNMPv3, HTTPS), and advanced ACLs. This multi-layered security approach protects against unauthorized access and network threats, ensuring that the network infrastructure itself is a secure foundation for all connected devices and users.

Application Field

The A4H254-8F8T P0973JP is ideally suited for deployment in the core or distribution layers of medium to large enterprise networks. Its high port density and powerful switching capabilities make it a perfect fit for campus networking environments, connecting multiple access switches and aggregating their traffic towards the network core. In this role, the A4H254-8F8T P0973JP efficiently handles inter-VLAN routing and enforces centralized network policies.

Furthermore, this switch excels in data center deployments where low latency and high availability are paramount. It provides the robust connectivity needed for server farms and storage area networks (SAN). The integrated Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) functionality also allows the A4H254-8F8T P0973JP to power a wide array of devices directly from the switch ports, making it an excellent choice for supporting wireless access points, IP surveillance cameras, and VoIP phone systems in modern smart buildings and digital workspaces. Its ability to prioritize time-sensitive traffic like voice and video ensures high-quality service for critical applications.

A4H254-8F8T P0973JP ENTERASYS

Related Products

A4H124-24P: A 24-port PoE+ capable access layer switch, often deployed as a top-of-rack device feeding into the A4H254-8F8T P0973JP.

A4H254-8F8T P0973JJ: A similar model that may have regional or slight configuration differences.

SSAV18US: A typical redundant power supply unit compatible with the A4H254-8F8T P0973JP chassis.

I-SMC-1000BASE-SX: A common SFP transceiver module used in the SFP uplink ports of the A4H254-8F8T P0973JP.

Netsight Network Management Suite: The central management software used to configure, monitor, and control the A4H254-8F8T P0973JP and other Enterasys devices.