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What are HPE 35xx switch modules?
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HPE 35xx switch modules are hot-pluggable interface cards designed to expand port density and features in compatible HPE FlexNetwork chassis switches.
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Which chassis support HPE 35xx switch modules?
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HPE 35xx switch modules are fully compatible with HPE FlexNetwork 5400R, 5412R, 5500, and 5950 chassis platforms.
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What port types and speeds do HPE 35xx modules offer?
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HPE 35xx modules provide 1GbE, 10GbE, and 40GbE SFP/SFP+/QSFP+ ports to meet diverse bandwidth and uplink requirements.
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Can HPE 35xx switch modules be hot-swapped?
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Yes, HPE 35xx switch modules support hot-swap insertion and removal without interrupting the chassis switch operation.
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Do HPE 35xx modules support PoE/PoE+?
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Certain HPE 35xx PoE modules deliver up to 30W per port, enabling power delivery for IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points.
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How do I install an HPE 35xx switch module?
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Power down the chassis, slide the HPE 35xx module into an available expansion slot, secure the module latches, then power up the chassis.
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What management interfaces are available on HPE 35xx modules?
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HPE 35xx modules support management via CLI (SSH/Telnet), Web UI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, and HPE Intelligent Management Center.
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Which Layer 3 features are supported by HPE 35xx modules?
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HPE 35xx modules offer static routing, RIP, OSPF, VRF-lite, and policy-based routing for advanced network segmentation.
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How do I upgrade firmware on an HPE 35xx module?
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Use the HPE Lights-Out or CLI to upload and install the latest firmware image via TFTP, FTP, or SCP without service interruption.
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What security features do HPE 35xx switch modules include?
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They feature 802.1X port-based authentication, ACLs, DHCP snooping, IP Source Guard, and dynamic ARP protection to secure network access.
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What is the typical power consumption of an HPE 35xx module?
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Power consumption varies by model, with non-PoE modules typically drawing under 30W and PoE+ modules up to 400W per module.
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Are HPE 35xx switch modules covered by warranty?
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All HPE 35xx switch modules include a limited lifetime warranty with next-business-day advance hardware replacement.
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Can I stack HPE 35xx switch modules across multiple chassis?
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Yes, HPE 35xx modules support IRF stacking technology to create a single virtual switch across up to four chassis for scaling.
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What VLAN and QoS capabilities do HPE 35xx modules offer?
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They support up to 4,096 VLANs, voice VLAN, private VLAN, weighted round-robin (WRR), and strict priority queuing for traffic prioritization.
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What are common use cases for HPE 35xx switch modules?
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Typical deployments include enterprise campus aggregation, data center leaf/spine, and SMB core networks requiring flexible port expansion.
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Where can I purchase genuine HPE 35xx switch modules?
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You can buy authentic HPE 35xx modules through HPE authorized partners, resellers, or the official HPE online store for guaranteed support.
