H3C S6550X-56HF-HI High-Density 25G/100G Switch
H3C S6550X-56HF-HI Aggregation Switch
Overview
The H3C S6550X-56HF-HI is a high-end 25G/100G aggregation switch designed for next-generation campus cores and enterprise data centers. It features 48 × 1/10/25G SFP28 access ports and 8 × 40/100G QSFP28 uplinks, enabling flexible multi-rate deployment. With full support for VXLAN, EVPN, MACsec, SRv6, and advanced telemetry, it is ideal for large-scale virtualized networks and high-density aggregation layers.
Note: Power modules and fan modules must be ordered separately.
Highlights
1. High-Density 25G Access with 100G Aggregation
48 × SFP28 1/10/25G ports support server access or campus high-performance aggregation.
8 × QSFP28 40/100G uplinks provide scalable backbone bandwidth.
2. Advanced Virtualization and Security
Supports VXLAN (central/distributed mode), EVPN, SRv6, MACsec encryption, multi-tenant segmentation, and end-to-end secure fabrics.
3. Carrier-Grade Performance and Reliability
Hardware-based forwarding, redundancy protection, BFD/NSF/GR, IRF multi-device virtualization, and sub-second failover.
4. Intelligent O&M and Programmability
Features Telemetry, sFlow, OPS/Python automation, and integration with cloud O&M platforms for full lifecycle management.
Recommended Accessories
| Accessory | Model | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC Power Module | PSR450-12A | Power | 450W AC hot-swappable PSU, commonly used in S6550X series. |
| DC Power Module | PSR450-12D | Power | 450W DC (-48V) hot-swappable PSU, telecom-room-ready. |
| Fan Module (Port→Power) | LSWM1FANSCBE | Cooling | Hot-swappable fan, port-to-power airflow. |
| Fan Module (Power→Port) | LSWM1FANSCE | Cooling | Hot-swappable fan, power-to-port airflow. |
| 25G Optics | SFP28-25G-SR / SFP28-25G-LR | Optics | Common 25G transceivers for downlink/server connections. |
| 100G Optics | QSFP28-100G-SR4 / QSFP28-100G-LR4 | Optics | Mainstream 100G SR/LR fiber uplink modules. |
| 100G DAC/AOC | QSFP28 1m/3m/5m DAC | Cable | Low-cost short-reach uplink cabling. |
Comparison with Similar Models
| Feature | S6550X-56HF-HI | S6530X-48Y8C | Cisco Catalyst 9500-24Y4C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downlink Ports | 48×1/10/25G | 48×10/25G | 24×25G |
| Uplinks | 8×40/100G | 8×100G | 4×100G |
| Virtualization | VXLAN/EVPN/SRv6 | VXLAN/EVPN | VXLAN/EVPN |
| Encryption | MACsec | MACsec | MACsec |
| Ideal Use Case | Campus core / DC leaf | L3 aggregation | Enterprise aggregation |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | H3C S6550X-56HF-HI |
| Downlink Ports | 48 × 1/10/25G SFP28 |
| Uplink Ports | 8 × 40/100G QSFP28 |
| Breakout | 100G → 4×25G / 4×10G |
| Switching Capacity | Full line-rate 25G/100G (exact values vary by software version) |
| System Forwarding | Ultra-low-latency, lossless-capable |
| Virtualization | VXLAN, EVPN, SRv6, IRF |
| Security | MACsec, ACL, DHCP security, ARP/ND protection |
| Lossless Networking | DCBX, PFC, ECN |
| RDMA | RoCEv2 |
| O&M | OPS/Python, Telemetry, sFlow |
| Power Options | PSR450-12A (AC), PSR450-12D (DC) |
| Fan Options | LSWM1FANSCBE / LSWM1FANSCE |
| PSU Slots | 2 hot-swappable |
| Fan Trays | 2 hot-swappable (fully redundant) |
| Operating Temperature | –5°C to +50°C |
| Dimensions | Standard 1U |
| Deployment Scenarios | Campus aggregation, enterprise core, DC leaf |
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Quality Certifications
Warranty
100% Low Price Guarantee
Network-switch.com provides high-quality products at low wholesale prices
100% Quality Assurance
All items are ORIGINAL and GENUINE only.
Item conditions are "New Sealed". They are fully tested by H3CIE Certified Engineers.
Free Technical Support
Our FREE Expert Consultancy Support is over the phone, by chat, by email or by login remotely.
100% Money Back Guarantee
You can contact our customer service team to exchange or return any product that you bought from us.
Flexible Secure Payment & Shipment
Verified authorization: Mcafee Secure, VeriSign Secured
Return Material Authorization (RMA) Process
Standard Warranty Policy
Original New Sealed Enterprise Hardware: 3 Years
Original New Sealed Consumer Devices: 1 Year
The Support Contacts
If your H3C products failed, you must contact your sales representative to verify product failure. If the problem still can't correct by remote support methods i.e. email or phone support, the RMA procedure will issue.
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H3C S6550X-56HF-HI High-Density 25G/100G Switch
H3C S6550X-56HF-HI High-Density 25G/100G Switch
H3C S6550X-56HF-HI Aggregation Switch
Overview
The H3C S6550X-56HF-HI is a high-end 25G/100G aggregation switch designed for next-generation campus cores and enterprise data centers. It features 48 × 1/10/25G SFP28 access ports and 8 × 40/100G QSFP28 uplinks, enabling flexible multi-rate deployment. With full support for VXLAN, EVPN, MACsec, SRv6, and advanced telemetry, it is ideal for large-scale virtualized networks and high-density aggregation layers.
Note: Power modules and fan modules must be ordered separately.
Highlights
1. High-Density 25G Access with 100G Aggregation
48 × SFP28 1/10/25G ports support server access or campus high-performance aggregation.
8 × QSFP28 40/100G uplinks provide scalable backbone bandwidth.
2. Advanced Virtualization and Security
Supports VXLAN (central/distributed mode), EVPN, SRv6, MACsec encryption, multi-tenant segmentation, and end-to-end secure fabrics.
3. Carrier-Grade Performance and Reliability
Hardware-based forwarding, redundancy protection, BFD/NSF/GR, IRF multi-device virtualization, and sub-second failover.
4. Intelligent O&M and Programmability
Features Telemetry, sFlow, OPS/Python automation, and integration with cloud O&M platforms for full lifecycle management.
Recommended Accessories
| Accessory | Model | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC Power Module | PSR450-12A | Power | 450W AC hot-swappable PSU, commonly used in S6550X series. |
| DC Power Module | PSR450-12D | Power | 450W DC (-48V) hot-swappable PSU, telecom-room-ready. |
| Fan Module (Port→Power) | LSWM1FANSCBE | Cooling | Hot-swappable fan, port-to-power airflow. |
| Fan Module (Power→Port) | LSWM1FANSCE | Cooling | Hot-swappable fan, power-to-port airflow. |
| 25G Optics | SFP28-25G-SR / SFP28-25G-LR | Optics | Common 25G transceivers for downlink/server connections. |
| 100G Optics | QSFP28-100G-SR4 / QSFP28-100G-LR4 | Optics | Mainstream 100G SR/LR fiber uplink modules. |
| 100G DAC/AOC | QSFP28 1m/3m/5m DAC | Cable | Low-cost short-reach uplink cabling. |
Comparison with Similar Models
| Feature | S6550X-56HF-HI | S6530X-48Y8C | Cisco Catalyst 9500-24Y4C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downlink Ports | 48×1/10/25G | 48×10/25G | 24×25G |
| Uplinks | 8×40/100G | 8×100G | 4×100G |
| Virtualization | VXLAN/EVPN/SRv6 | VXLAN/EVPN | VXLAN/EVPN |
| Encryption | MACsec | MACsec | MACsec |
| Ideal Use Case | Campus core / DC leaf | L3 aggregation | Enterprise aggregation |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | H3C S6550X-56HF-HI |
| Downlink Ports | 48 × 1/10/25G SFP28 |
| Uplink Ports | 8 × 40/100G QSFP28 |
| Breakout | 100G → 4×25G / 4×10G |
| Switching Capacity | Full line-rate 25G/100G (exact values vary by software version) |
| System Forwarding | Ultra-low-latency, lossless-capable |
| Virtualization | VXLAN, EVPN, SRv6, IRF |
| Security | MACsec, ACL, DHCP security, ARP/ND protection |
| Lossless Networking | DCBX, PFC, ECN |
| RDMA | RoCEv2 |
| O&M | OPS/Python, Telemetry, sFlow |
| Power Options | PSR450-12A (AC), PSR450-12D (DC) |
| Fan Options | LSWM1FANSCBE / LSWM1FANSCE |
| PSU Slots | 2 hot-swappable |
| Fan Trays | 2 hot-swappable (fully redundant) |
| Operating Temperature | –5°C to +50°C |
| Dimensions | Standard 1U |
| Deployment Scenarios | Campus aggregation, enterprise core, DC leaf |
More Details
Quality Certifications
Warranty
100% Low Price Guarantee
Network-switch.com provides high-quality products at low wholesale prices
100% Quality Assurance
All items are ORIGINAL and GENUINE only.
Item conditions are "New Sealed". They are fully tested by H3CIE Certified Engineers.
Free Technical Support
Our FREE Expert Consultancy Support is over the phone, by chat, by email or by login remotely.
100% Money Back Guarantee
You can contact our customer service team to exchange or return any product that you bought from us.
Flexible Secure Payment & Shipment
Verified authorization: Mcafee Secure, VeriSign Secured
Return Material Authorization (RMA) Process
Standard Warranty Policy
Original New Sealed Enterprise Hardware: 3 Years
Original New Sealed Consumer Devices: 1 Year
The Support Contacts
If your H3C products failed, you must contact your sales representative to verify product failure. If the problem still can't correct by remote support methods i.e. email or phone support, the RMA procedure will issue.
Product Information
Product Information
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Description
H3C S6550X-56HF-HI Aggregation Switch
Overview
The H3C S6550X-56HF-HI is a high-end 25G/100G aggregation switch designed for next-generation campus cores and enterprise data centers. It features 48 × 1/10/25G SFP28 access ports and 8 × 40/100G QSFP28 uplinks, enabling flexible multi-rate deployment. With full support for VXLAN, EVPN, MACsec, SRv6, and advanced telemetry, it is ideal for large-scale virtualized networks and high-density aggregation layers.
Note: Power modules and fan modules must be ordered separately.
Highlights
1. High-Density 25G Access with 100G Aggregation
48 × SFP28 1/10/25G ports support server access or campus high-performance aggregation.
8 × QSFP28 40/100G uplinks provide scalable backbone bandwidth.
2. Advanced Virtualization and Security
Supports VXLAN (central/distributed mode), EVPN, SRv6, MACsec encryption, multi-tenant segmentation, and end-to-end secure fabrics.
3. Carrier-Grade Performance and Reliability
Hardware-based forwarding, redundancy protection, BFD/NSF/GR, IRF multi-device virtualization, and sub-second failover.
4. Intelligent O&M and Programmability
Features Telemetry, sFlow, OPS/Python automation, and integration with cloud O&M platforms for full lifecycle management.
Recommended Accessories
| Accessory | Model | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC Power Module | PSR450-12A | Power | 450W AC hot-swappable PSU, commonly used in S6550X series. |
| DC Power Module | PSR450-12D | Power | 450W DC (-48V) hot-swappable PSU, telecom-room-ready. |
| Fan Module (Port→Power) | LSWM1FANSCBE | Cooling | Hot-swappable fan, port-to-power airflow. |
| Fan Module (Power→Port) | LSWM1FANSCE | Cooling | Hot-swappable fan, power-to-port airflow. |
| 25G Optics | SFP28-25G-SR / SFP28-25G-LR | Optics | Common 25G transceivers for downlink/server connections. |
| 100G Optics | QSFP28-100G-SR4 / QSFP28-100G-LR4 | Optics | Mainstream 100G SR/LR fiber uplink modules. |
| 100G DAC/AOC | QSFP28 1m/3m/5m DAC | Cable | Low-cost short-reach uplink cabling. |
Comparison with Similar Models
| Feature | S6550X-56HF-HI | S6530X-48Y8C | Cisco Catalyst 9500-24Y4C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downlink Ports | 48×1/10/25G | 48×10/25G | 24×25G |
| Uplinks | 8×40/100G | 8×100G | 4×100G |
| Virtualization | VXLAN/EVPN/SRv6 | VXLAN/EVPN | VXLAN/EVPN |
| Encryption | MACsec | MACsec | MACsec |
| Ideal Use Case | Campus core / DC leaf | L3 aggregation | Enterprise aggregation |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | H3C S6550X-56HF-HI |
| Downlink Ports | 48 × 1/10/25G SFP28 |
| Uplink Ports | 8 × 40/100G QSFP28 |
| Breakout | 100G → 4×25G / 4×10G |
| Switching Capacity | Full line-rate 25G/100G (exact values vary by software version) |
| System Forwarding | Ultra-low-latency, lossless-capable |
| Virtualization | VXLAN, EVPN, SRv6, IRF |
| Security | MACsec, ACL, DHCP security, ARP/ND protection |
| Lossless Networking | DCBX, PFC, ECN |
| RDMA | RoCEv2 |
| O&M | OPS/Python, Telemetry, sFlow |
| Power Options | PSR450-12A (AC), PSR450-12D (DC) |
| Fan Options | LSWM1FANSCBE / LSWM1FANSCE |
| PSU Slots | 2 hot-swappable |
| Fan Trays | 2 hot-swappable (fully redundant) |
| Operating Temperature | –5°C to +50°C |
| Dimensions | Standard 1U |
| Deployment Scenarios | Campus aggregation, enterprise core, DC leaf |
More Details
Quality Certifications
Warranty
100% Low Price Guarantee
Network-switch.com provides high-quality products at low wholesale prices
100% Quality Assurance
All items are ORIGINAL and GENUINE only.
Item conditions are "New Sealed". They are fully tested by H3CIE Certified Engineers.
Free Technical Support
Our FREE Expert Consultancy Support is over the phone, by chat, by email or by login remotely.
100% Money Back Guarantee
You can contact our customer service team to exchange or return any product that you bought from us.
Flexible Secure Payment & Shipment
Verified authorization: Mcafee Secure, VeriSign Secured
Return Material Authorization (RMA) Process
Standard Warranty Policy
Original New Sealed Enterprise Hardware: 3 Years
Original New Sealed Consumer Devices: 1 Year
The Support Contacts
If your H3C products failed, you must contact your sales representative to verify product failure. If the problem still can't correct by remote support methods i.e. email or phone support, the RMA procedure will issue.
