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Q1P55A
1X2X16 G4 KVM IP CONSOLE SWITCH PL-SH
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Q1P55A Overview
Q1P55A is a cutting-edge network switch engineered with an innovative architecture that supports both AC and redundant power options, ensuring maximum uptime and reliability. Its design includes an extensive range of ports and stacking capabilities, allowing for easy scalability and seamless integration into complex network infrastructures.
Q1P55A delivers exceptional performance for enterprise environments and data centers alike, offering robust Layer 2/Layer 3 functionality for diverse use cases. Built for efficient power consumption and optimal connectivity, this switch supports high-speed uplink configurations and versatile port types to meet the demands of modern networking.
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Q1P55A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply, Redundant Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 250 W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- Q1P55A
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 24 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 fixed Ethernet ports, 2 uplink slots
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 320 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 640 Gbps
- Product Name
- Q1P55A High-Performance Stackable Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 14 inches
- Weight
- 22 lbs
Q1P55A Use Case
Centralized Remote Management for Multi-Site Data Centers
In a global enterprise IT environment, administrators deploy the Q1P55A-1X2X16 G4 KVM IP Console Switch PL-SH to aggregate 16 rack server consoles from three data centers into a single HTTPS-secured portal. This solution cuts on-site interventions by 60%, reduces mean time to repair by 40%, and delivers FIPS-compliant out-of-band access for continuous compliance and uptime.
Secure Out-of-Band Access for Financial Trading Platforms
A leading financial services firm integrates the Q1P55A-1X2X16 G4 KVM IP Console Switch PL-SH to maintain SSH/SSL-encrypted console connectivity to critical trading servers during network outages. This enables sub-3-minute system recovery, full session logging for regulatory audits, and uninterrupted BIOS-level management under high-frequency trading loads.
High-Density Rack Console Management in Cloud Service Environments
A cloud hosting provider uses the Q1P55A-1X2X16 G4 KVM IP Console Switch PL-SH to control 16 virtual and physical nodes per rack unit in a high-density compute cluster. This streamlines bulk firmware updates, cuts provisioning time by 50%, and enforces granular role-based access for multi-tenant security compliance.
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Product Comparison Table
 Q1P55A |  JG538A |  JL072A |  JG925A |  JG894A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 14 inches | 18.0 inches | 16.5 inches | 17 inches | 12 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | Q1P55A | JG538A | JL072A | JG925A | JG894A |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo | Combo | Combo |
| Memory | 512 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 fixed Ethernet ports, 2 uplink slots | 2 expansion slots for optional uplink modules | 12 fixed ports with two expansion slots | 24 x 10/100/1000 RJ45 ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ ports | 8 expansion slots available |
| Power Consumption | 250 W | 75W | 85 W | N/A | 120 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply, Redundant Power Supply | Dual AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Q1P55A High-Performance Stackable Switch | JG538A Series Advanced Layer 3 Switch | JL072A Enterprise Stackable Switch | JG925A High-Performance Network Switch | JG894A Enterprise Stackable Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 320 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 256 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 640 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 512 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 22 lbs | 25 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches | 17 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
M
Mahmood Akhtar
4
Virtual media worked smoothly.
N
Nuno Pereira
5
Reliable console access.
O
Omar Siddiq
3
Enterprise grade usability.
P
Pierre Lambert
4
Strong management solution.
Questions & Answers
What is the HP Q1P55A 1x2x16 G4 KVM IP Console Switch?
The HP Q1P55A is a 1U rack-mountable IP console switch that delivers local and remote keyboard, video and mouse access for up to 16 servers across two simultaneous user sessions.
How many servers can I connect to the HP Q1P55A?
The Q1P55A supports up to 16 server or device connections via dedicated PS/2, USB and VGA ports.
What remote management capabilities does the Q1P55A offer?
It provides secure remote management over IP with SSH, SNMP, RADIUS, LDAP, two-factor authentication and an intuitive web GUI or CLI.
Which video resolutions does the Q1P55A support?
It supports high-definition video up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz for clear local and remote console sessions.