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S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC
S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC (48*GE SFP ports, 2 of which are 10/100/...
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S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC Overview
S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC is a high-performance, rack-mountable network switch built on a robust architecture that ensures reliable Layer 2 forwarding and advanced stacking capabilities. It features an integrated AC power supply design for stable energy management and is engineered to support demanding enterprise and campus environments with 48 dedicated downlink ports and 4 high-speed 10G SFP uplink ports.
Optimized for low latency and seamless scalability, S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC provides extensive stacking support to boost bandwidth and enhance network resilience. Its efficient LAN Lite operating system, paired with versatile port configurations and proven performance, makes it ideally suited for access layer deployments, multimedia applications, and critical business connectivity solutions.
S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC price is $1,740.03, a 60% saving from the Huawei list price of $4,350.09. S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- Over 48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Manufacturer Part Number
- S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- LAN Lite
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- N/A
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 176 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 352 Gbps
- Product Name
- Huawei S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 16.5 inches
- Weight
- 27 lbs
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC |  S5720-36C-EI-DC |  S5720-52P-PWR-LI-AC |  S5731-H24P4XC-K |  S5731-H24P4XC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 16.5 inches | 10 inches | 11.8 inches | 11 inches | 11 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Lite | LAN Lite | IP Lite | LAN Lite | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC | S5720-36C-EI-DC | S5720-52P-PWR-LI-AC | S5731-H24P4XC-K | S5731-H24P4XC |
| Media Type Supported | Fiber | Twisted Pair | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 512 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | Over 48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | Over 48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | POE | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | 24 copper ports and 12 SFP ports | 48 PoE ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ uplinks |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 60 W | 130W | 150 W | 200 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | N/A | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Huawei S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC | Huawei S5720-36C-EI-DC Ethernet Switch | Huawei S5720-52P-PWR-LI-AC Ethernet Switch | Cisco S5731-H24P4XC-K 24-Port PoE+ Rack-Mount Switch with 4 x 10G Uplink | S5731-H24P4XC 24-Port PoE+ Switch with 4x10G Uplink |
| 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 | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 104 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 352 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 208 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 256 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 1G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 27 lbs | 12 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
P
Parker Whitmore
5
Consistent switching performance and straightforward management.
Q
Quentin Radcliffe
4
Reliable uptime and clean behavior under load.
R
Reece Huxley
5
Good value switch for fiber access deployments.
S
Sebastian Pembry
5
Stable uplinks and predictable latency for campus use.
T
Tristan Waverley
5
Improved network stability after refresh.
Questions & Answers
What are the key specifications of the Huawei S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC?
The Huawei S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC is a 1U rack-mount switch featuring 48 GE SFP ports, 2 combo 10/100/1000BASE-T + SFP ports, 4 10GE SFP+ uplinks, AC power supply, 176 Gbps switching capacity and 131 Mpps forwarding rate.
How many and what types of ports does the S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC offer?
It offers 48 dedicated 1 GE SFP fiber ports, 2 combo 10/100/1000 BASE-T + SFP ports for copper/fiber flexibility, and 4 x 10 GE SFP+ uplink ports.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of this switch?
The switch delivers 176 Gbps of switching capacity and a maximum forwarding rate of 131 Mpps, ensuring high-performance data throughput for enterprise networks.
Which Layer 2 and Layer 3 features does the S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC support?
It supports full wire-speed Layer 2 features (VLAN, QinQ, STP, RSTP, MSTP) and basic Layer 3 functions including static routing, RIP, OSPF, VRRP, and policy-based routing.
Does the Huawei S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC support IPv6?
Yes. It offers comprehensive IPv6 support, including IPv6 QoS, ACLs, multicast (PIM-SM/SSM), and neighbor discovery.
What power supply is used in the S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC?
The switch comes with a built-in AC power supply (100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz) and supports hot-swappable fan modules for high availability.
Can I stack multiple S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC switches?
Yes. It supports Huawei IRF (Intelligent Resilient Framework) stacking technology, enabling up to 8 units to operate as a single logical switch.
What management interfaces are available on the switch?
Management options include a Web-based GUI, CLI via console/SSH/Telnet, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, and sFlow for comprehensive monitoring and configuration.
What are the typical deployment scenarios for this switch?
Ideal for data center top-of-rack, campus aggregation, metro Ethernet networks, and any environment requiring high-density fiber connectivity and 10 GE uplinks.
Does the S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No. This model is a fiber-centric switch and does not provide PoE capabilities.
What is the physical form factor of the Huawei S5720-52X-LI-48S-AC?
It is a 1U, 19-inch rack-mountable switch with front-facing ports and rear AC power inlet, measuring 440 mm × 220 mm × 43.6 mm.
What are the operating environment requirements?
The switch operates between 0 °C to 45 °C, at 5%–95% non-condensing humidity, and an altitude up to 5,000 m.
What warranty and support options are available?
Huawei provides a 5-year limited hardware warranty and optional software maintenance contracts for timely updates and 24×7 technical support.
Which SFP and SFP+ transceiver modules are compatible?
It is compatible with Huawei-approved 1 GE SFP modules (1000BASE-SX/LX/ZX) and 10 GE SFP+ modules (10GBASE-SR/LR/ER) for fiber connectivity.
Does the switch support Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE)?
Yes. It supports IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet to reduce power consumption during low traffic periods.
What high-availability features are included?
Key HA features include IRF stacking, VRRP, graceful restart, and redundant hot-swappable fans to ensure minimal downtime.