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S5730-68C-HI
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- S5730-68C-HI (48 x 10/100/1,000 BASE-T ports, 4 x 10 GE SFP+ ports, 2 expansion slots, without power module)
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S5730-68C-HI Overview
S5730-68C-HI is a high-performance rack-mount Ethernet switch engineered with a robust, scalable architecture that supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations. It features versatile power options including a redundant power supply, an array of Gigabit Ethernet ports with combo media support, and state-of-the-art stacking capabilities ideal for growing networks in enterprise and campus environments.
The switch delivers exceptional throughput and reliability with up to 320 Gbps of switching capacity (expandable to 640 Gbps with stacking) while efficiently managing heavy data loads. Its performance-driven design caters to bandwidth-intensive applications, providing secure and reliable connectivity for data centers, large-scale office deployments, and mission-critical industrial use cases.
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S5730-68C-HI Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 200 W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- Over 48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- S5730-68C-HI
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 12 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- N/A
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 320 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 640 Gbps
- Product Name
- S5730-68C-HI Ethernet Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 19 inches
- Depth
- 15 inches
- Weight
- 15 lbs
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| S5730-68C-HI |  S5720-28X-SI-24S-AC |  S5730-60C-HI |  S5735S-L12T4S-A |  S5730-68C-PWR-SI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 15 inches | 11 inches | 17.7 inches | N/A | 18 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 | 1.73 inches | N/A | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Lite | IP Lite | IP Lite | LAN Base |
| 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 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | S5730-68C-HI | S5720-28X-SI-24S-AC | S5730-60C-HI | S5735S-L12T4S-A | S5730-68C-PWR-SI |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair | Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 12 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | Over 48 Ports | Under 12 Ports | Over 48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | Over 48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | 24 SFP ports, 4 10/100/1000 copper ports | N/A | N/A | 48x 10/100/1000 fixed Ethernet ports with 4 combo uplink slots |
| Power Consumption | 200 W | 75W | N/A | N/A | 200 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | S5730-68C-HI Ethernet Switch | Huawei S5720-28X-SI-24S-AC Ethernet Switch | Huawei S5730-60C-HI Campus Switch | S5735S-L12T4S-A Enterprise Switch | S5730-68C-PWR-SI Ethernet 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 | No | No | No |
| SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | Combo | 4 SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 320 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | N/A | 640 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 640 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 256 Gbps | N/A | 1280 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 1G | 10G |
| Weight | 15 lbs | 10 lbs | 18 lbs | N/A | 23 lbs |
| Width | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | N/A | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kellen Davenportson
5
Reliable enterprise access layer performance.
L
Leland Roweson
5
Professional switching platform for large offices.
M
Mekhi Suttonson
4
Consistent network stability under load.
N
Nash Whitlockeson
5
Dependable backbone connectivity.
O
Oakley Merrickson
5
Excellent uptime and scalability.
Questions & Answers
What is the Huawei S5730-68C-HI network switch?
The S5730-68C-HI is an enterprise-grade Layer 3 switch featuring 48 10/100/1 000-Base-T ports, 4 10GE SFP+ ports and 2 expansion slots, designed for campus access and aggregation.
What port speeds and types does the S5730-68C-HI support?
It supports 48 RJ45 ports at 10/100/1 000 Mbps and 4 SFP+ slots for 10 GbE uplinks, delivering flexible access and high-speed aggregation.
Does the S5730-68C-HI support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No, the S5730-68C-HI does not include PoE capabilities. For PoE requirements, consider the S5730-68P series.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate?
The S5730-68C-HI offers up to 336 Gbps of switching capacity and a forwarding performance of up to 252 Mpps, ensuring wire-speed processing under full load.
Which operating system does the S5730-68C-HI run?
It runs Huawei’s Versatile Routing Platform (VRP), providing advanced Layer 2/3 features, IPv6, MPLS and rich security services.
Can I stack multiple S5730-68C-HI switches?
Yes, it supports intelligent stacking of up to 9 units over ring or chain links, managed as a single logical switch with resilient uplinks.
What types of expansion modules are supported?
The two built-in expansion slots accept GE or 10 GE optical modules, enabling uplink flexibility and future-proof scalability.
Does the S5730-68C-HI include a power module?
No, this SKU is sold without a power module. You can install optional AC or DC hot-swappable power supply units.
Which power modules are compatible with this switch?
Compatible modules include the 250 W AC and 300 W DC hot-swappable power supplies from Huawei’s S5730 series.
How do I manage and monitor the switch?
Management options include CLI, Web GUI, SNMP v1/2c/3, RMON, sFlow, NetStream, NetConf and Huawei eSight network management.
Does the S5730-68C-HI support IPv6 routing?
Yes, it offers full dual-stack IPv4/IPv6 forwarding, OSPFv3, RIPng, static routes and VRF-Lite for isolated network segments.
What Quality of Service (QoS) features are available?
It provides eight hardware queues, ACL-based traffic classification, traffic shaping, policing and WRR/CBWFQ scheduling for mission-critical services.
What are the ideal deployment scenarios?
The S5730-68C-HI is optimized for campus access or aggregation in enterprise, education and government networks requiring high throughput and reliability.
What is the typical power consumption?
Under typical load, the switch consumes around 60 W; at full load with all ports active, it draws up to 100 W.
What are the physical dimensions and weight?
The chassis measures 442 mm x 457 mm x 43.6 mm (W x D x H) and weighs approximately 6.5 kg.
What warranty and support options are available?
Huawei offers a 3-year limited hardware warranty, 24/7 technical support and optional extended service contracts for on-site replacement.