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S5560-54S-EI Overview
S5560-54S-EI is a high-performance rack-mount switch engineered with a robust, modular architecture that supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, offering flexible connectivity through a combination of 10/100/1000 Ethernet interfaces and combo media ports. Designed with scalability in mind, it accommodates diverse power options via an AC power supply while supporting redundant power configurations to ensure continuous operation in mission-critical environments.
S5560-54S-EI delivers exceptional performance with managed features ideal for enterprise campus networks, data centers, and high-density access environments. Its stacking capability and high switching capacity facilitate seamless network expansion and low latency communication, making it a reliable solution for applications ranging from core network aggregation to secure fiber-based connections.
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S5560-54S-EI Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- POE Support
- Non POE
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Media Type Supported
- Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- N/A
- IOS
- IP Services
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- SFP Ports
- Combo
- Switching Capacity
- N/A
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Weight
- 20 lbs
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Manufacturer Part Number
- S5560-54S-EI
- Product Name
- S5560-54S-EI
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Product Comparison Table 
| S5560-54S-EI |  S3100V3-28TP-EI |  LS-5130S-52S-HI |  S5130S-52P-EI |  LS-5130S-28S-HI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 18 inches | 9.8 inches | 18 inches | 11 inches | 12 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 32 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1 inch |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Lite | LAN Base | IP Lite | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | S5560-54S-EI | S3100V3-28TP-EI | LS-5130S-52S-HI | S5130S-52P-EI | LS-5130S-28S-HI |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair | Fiber |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | N/A | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | N/A |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | Over 48 Ports | Over 48 Ports | N/A |
| POE Support | Non POE | POE | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | 24 PoE ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Power Consumption | N/A | N/A | 85 W | N/A | N/A |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | S5560-54S-EI | S3100V3-28TP-EI Gigabit PoE Switch | LS-5130S-52S-HI High-Performance Rack-Mount Switch | S5130S-52P-EI Gigabit PoE Rack Switch | LS-5130S Series 28-port High-Performance 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 | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | Combo | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 28 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | N/A | 56 Gbps | 104 Gbps | 104 Gbps | 176 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | 112 Gbps | 208 Gbps | 208 Gbps | 352 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 1G | 1G | 10G |
| Weight | 20 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 6 lbs |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
M
Muneeb Ashfaq
5
Reliable routing and switching capabilities.
T
Trevor Knight
5
Stable under continuous enterprise traffic.
S
Sadia Anjum
5
Good scalability for growing networks.
H
Harvey Long
5
Consistent Layer 3 performance.
Questions & Answers
What is the port configuration of the S5560-54S-EI Layer 3 Ethernet switch?
The S5560-54S-EI offers 48 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet ports, 4 10G/1G BASE-X SFP+ ports and 2 40G QSFP+ ports for high-density, mixed-media connectivity.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding performance of the S5560-54S-EI?
The switch delivers up to 1.44 Tbps switching capacity and forwards packets at 1.07 Bpps, ensuring ultra-low latency and wire-speed performance for demanding networks.
Which Layer 3 routing protocols does the S5560-54S-EI support?
The S5560-54S-EI supports OSPFv2/v3, BGP-4, RIP v1/v2, VRRP, PIM-SM/SSM and static routing, enabling robust dynamic and multicast routing in enterprise environments.
Does the S5560-54S-EI support network virtualization features?
Yes, it supports VXLAN with EVPN, VRF-Lite and VLAN slicing for scalable multi-tenant segmentation and overlay networks.
What high-availability features are available on the S5560-54S-EI?
The switch offers MLAG, VRRP, graceful restart, nonstop forwarding and redundant fans/power supplies to maintain continuous operation under failures.
Which management interfaces and protocols are supported?
Management options include CLI over SSH/console, Web GUI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RESTful API, sFlow and RMON for comprehensive monitoring and automation.
What security features does the S5560-54S-EI provide?
It includes 802.1X port authentication, DHCP snooping, ARP inspection, ACLs, RADIUS/TACACS+ and port isolation to protect against unauthorized access and attacks.
What QoS and traffic-management capabilities are supported?
The switch offers eight hardware queues per port, hierarchical QoS, traffic policing, shaping, DiffServ and DSCP remarking for end-to-end service quality.
Can the S5560-54S-EI be stacked or clustered for scalability?
Yes, it supports MLAG clustering for logical stacking across switches, enabling seamless link aggregation and non-stop interconnectivity.
What are the power consumption and cooling specifications?
Typical power consumption is 180W, with redundant, hot-swappable fans in a front-to-back airflow design compliant with NEBS requirements.
What are the physical dimensions and operating conditions?
The switch is 1RU, 442 mm wide, 260 mm deep, 43.6 mm high, operating at 0–45°C and 5–95% non-condensing humidity.
Are redundant power supplies supported?
Yes, the S5560-54S-EI supports dual hot-swappable AC power modules for N+1 redundancy and uninterrupted operation during maintenance.
Does the S5560-54S-EI support IPv6?
Yes, it fully supports dual-stack IPv4/IPv6 routing, ACLs, QoS and management for seamless migration to next-generation networks.
What warranty and support options are available?
The switch comes with a limited lifetime hardware warranty, 24/7 software support and optional advanced replacement services.
What are the ideal use cases for the S5560-54S-EI switch?
It is ideal for data center leaf/spine fabrics, high-performance campus cores or aggregation layers requiring high-density 10G/40G connectivity.