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S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC
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- S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC(48 Gig SFP,4 10 Gig SFP+,with 1 interface slot,with 150W AC power supply)
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S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC Overview
S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC is a high-performance rack-mount switch designed for demanding network environments, offering a robust architecture that blends high throughput with efficient power management via its AC Power Supply option. It incorporates a diverse port mix—48 high-speed SFP ports coupled with additional 10/100/1000 Ethernet interfaces—and supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality along with advanced stacking capabilities for enhanced scalability and resilient performance in enterprise or data center deployments.
Engineered to meet mission-critical connectivity needs, this switch ensures consistent low latency and expansive switching capacity that adapts to growing network demands. Its flexible stacking design, combined with solid performance metrics and an intuitive management interface running IP Lite, make the S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC an optimal choice for businesses seeking reliability and seamless expansion in modern network infrastructures.
S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC price is $1,876.01, a 81% saving from the Huawei list price of $9,873.69. S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 150 W
- 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
- S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Lite
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 48 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 SFP ports and 8 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 216 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 432 Gbps
- Product Name
- Huawei S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.4 inches
- Depth
- 14.6 inches
- Weight
- 24.25 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC |  S5720-28X-SI-24S-AC |  S5701-28X-LI-24S-AC |  S5735S-L48P4S-A |  S5720-56C-EI-AC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 14.6 inches | 11 inches | 17 inches | 12 inches | 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 | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Lite | IP Lite | LAN Lite | IP Services | IP Lite |
| 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 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC | S5720-28X-SI-24S-AC | S5701-28X-LI-24S-AC | S5735S-L48P4S-A | S5720-56C-EI-AC |
| Media Type Supported | Fiber | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair / Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | Over 48 Ports | Under 12 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | Over 48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 SFP ports and 8 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports | 24 SFP ports, 4 10/100/1000 copper ports | 24 SFP ports and 4 10G SFP+ uplink ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports, 4 x 1G/10G SFP uplink ports | 56 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with 4 SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 150 W | 75W | N/A | 250 W | N/A |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Huawei S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC | Huawei S5720-28X-SI-24S-AC Ethernet Switch | Cisco S5701-28X-LI-24S-AC Switch | Enterprise 48-Port PoE Switch S5735S-L48P4S-A | S5720-56C-EI-AC High Performance Gigabit 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 | 48 SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 216 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 432 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 352 Gbps | 256 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 1G / 10G | 1G |
| Weight | 24.25 lbs | 10 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 7.5 lbs |
| Width | 17.4 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
X
Xander Prestonfield
4
Reliable aggregation for campus core.
Y
Yosef Harrington
4
Smooth 10G uplink handling.
Z
Zachary Calloway
5
Consistent switching under heavy loads.
A
Alden Whitmore
4
Strong hardware stability.
B
Briggs Dalton
5
Meets enterprise requirements.
Questions & Answers
What is the Huawei S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC switch?
The Huawei S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC is a Layer 3 Gigabit access switch with 48 Gigabit SFP ports, 4 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports, one expansion slot, and a 150 W AC power supply.
What are the key features of the S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC?
Key features include non-blocking 336 Gbps switching capacity, up to 125 Mpps forwarding rate, advanced QoS, IPv4/IPv6 routing, and rich security functions.
How many Gigabit and 10 Gigabit ports does it have?
It provides 48 Gigabit SFP ports for flexible fiber connections and 4 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports for high-speed uplinks or aggregation.
What type of expansion slot is supported?
The switch includes one universal interface slot compatible with Huawei expansion modules for additional uplinks or services.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding performance?
The S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC delivers up to 336 Gbps of switching capacity and up to 125 Mpps packet forwarding performance.
What power supply does the S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC use?
It is equipped with a built-in 150 W AC power supply that supports efficient, reliable operation in enterprise environments.
Which management interfaces are available?
Management options include a web-based GUI, CLI via console/SSH, SNMP, Telnet, and out-of-band Ethernet management.
Does the switch support IPv6?
Yes, it provides full IPv6 routing, static routing, OSPFv3, IS-ISv6, and RIPng for modern network deployments.
What security features are integrated?
Integrated security includes ACLs, port-based 802.1X authentication, DHCP snooping, IP source guard, and ARP inspection.
Can multiple S5720 switches be stacked?
Yes, you can cascade up to 9 switches via IEEE 802.3ad LACP or use the expansion slot for Huawei iStack modules.
What are typical use cases for this switch?
Ideal for enterprise access, campus edge, data center top-of-rack, and high-density fiber aggregation scenarios.
What quality of service (QoS) features does it offer?
It supports four hardware queues per port, traffic shaping, policing, 802.1p, DiffServ, and congestion avoidance algorithms.
What are the operating temperature and humidity ranges?
Operating temperature ranges from 0 °C to 45 °C with 5%–95% non-condensing humidity, ensuring reliable performance in varied conditions.
What form factor does the S5720-56C-EI-48S-AC have?
It comes in a 1U rack-mount chassis for standard 19-inch racks, offering compact deployment and easy cable management.
What is the mean time between failures (MTBF)?
The typical MTBF is over 100,000 hours, reflecting high reliability and minimal downtime in enterprise networks.
What warranty and support options are available?
Huawei provides a one-year limited hardware warranty, with optional software maintenance contracts and 24/7 technical support.