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S5720-36C-EI-AC
S5720-36C-EI-AC(28 Ethernet 10/100/1000 ports,4 of which are...
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S5720-36C-EI-AC is a high-performance, stackable Ethernet switch designed for enterprise access networks that require robust scalability and flexible deployment. Built on an advanced architecture with support for both Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations, it features a range of ports—including fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and dedicated SFP uplink interfaces—to accommodate diverse connectivity needs, while its AC power option guarantees a reliable power supply in standard installations.
Engineered for optimal performance in high-density applications, the S5720-36C-EI-AC supports versatile stacking, enabling simplified network expansion and enhanced throughput. Its compact, rack-mount form factor, efficient switching capacity, and clear port/expansion slot configuration make it ideally suited for campus networks, data centers, and branch office environments where consistent performance and easy management are paramount.
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| S5720-36C-EI-AC |  S5720S-28X-LI-24S-AC |  S5700S-52X-LI-AC |  S5735S-L24T4S-MA |  S5730S-48C-PWR-EI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11 inches | 11.8 inches | 18 inches | N/A | 11 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 | 64 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 | N/A | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Lite | LAN Lite | LAN Lite | LAN Base | 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 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | S5720-36C-EI-AC | S5720S-28X-LI-24S-AC | S5700S-52X-LI-AC | S5735S-L24T4S-MA | S5730S-48C-PWR-EI |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 8 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | Over 48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 32 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet and 4 x SFP uplink ports | 24 RJ45 ports and 4 SFP ports | N/A | N/A | 48x10/100/1000 RJ45 ports and 4x10/100/1000 SFP ports |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 55 W | N/A | N/A | 85 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | S5720-36C-EI-AC Ethernet Switch | Huawei S5720S-28X-LI-24S-AC Ethernet Switch | Huawei S5700S-52X-LI-AC | S5735S-L24T4S-MA Switch | H3C S5730S-48C-PWR-EI Enterprise PoE Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 256 Gbps | N/A | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 256 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 512 Gbps | N/A | 256 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G / 10G | 10G | 10G | 1G |
| Weight | 17 lbs | 13 lbs | 15 lbs | N/A | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | N/A | 17.5 inches |
Strong access switch with reliable 10G uplinks. Stable operations and consistent throughput for campus deployments.
Predictable performance and easy VLAN setup. Uplinks remain steady under load.
Reliable daily operation with solid hardware durability.
Handles mixed traffic smoothly. Good enterprise access choice.
Consistent uptime and dependable uplink capacity for aggregation.
Stable access switching with practical features for business networks.
The HPE S5720-36C-EI-AC features 28 RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps ports, 4 dual-purpose 10/100/1000 or SFP ports, 4 10 Gbps SFP+ uplinks, one interface expansion slot and a 150 W AC power supply.
The S5720-36C-EI-AC supports HPE SFP/SFP+ transceivers and third-party MSA-compliant optical modules in its dedicated interface expansion slot.
This switch delivers up to 336 Gbps switching capacity and 250 Mpps forwarding performance to ensure wire-speed traffic handling.
No. The S5720-36C-EI-AC model provides standard non-PoE 10/100/1000 Mbps ports and does not supply power over Ethernet.
It offers CLI via console/SSH, web GUI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, sFlow and SmartLink for comprehensive device monitoring and control.
The switch uses integrated energy-efficient Ethernet, intelligent power control and a 150 W 80 PLUS-certified AC PSU to minimize power consumption.
It supports VRRP, IRF stacking up to four units, MSTP, Smart Link, and dual-image backup for seamless failover and maintenance.
The switch provides advanced Layer 2 features—VLAN, QoS, IGMP snooping—and Layer 3 static routing, DHCP relay and RIP v1/v2.
It supports up to 4094 VLANs, 32K MAC address entries and 16K IPv4 routing entries to accommodate large-scale deployments.
Security features include port security, DHCP snooping, IP source guard, ARP inspection, DoS protection, ACLs and 802.1X authentication.
Ideal for enterprise access, campus aggregation and data center top-of-rack scenarios requiring high port density, low latency and robust management.
Use the web GUI, TFTP or FTP to upload new firmware images and execute the "upgrade" command in the CLI to complete the update.
The HPE S5720-36C-EI-AC has an MTBF of approximately 500,000 hours, ensuring high reliability in continuous operation.
HPE provides a limited lifetime warranty with next-business-day replacement; optional Proactive Care and Foundation Care support plans are available.
In the CLI, use "vlan batch <ID>" to create VLANs and "interface <port>" with "port link-type access" and "port default vlan <ID>" to assign ports.
It delivers sub-10 µs latency at full wire-speed, making it suitable for latency-sensitive applications and real-time traffic.