The H3C RS5100 switch is a gigabit Ethernet switch product independently developed by H3C Technologies Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as H3C). It is an intelligent, manageable switch designed for network environments that require high performance, high port density, and easy installation.

The H3C RS5100 series Ethernet switches offer 10/100/1000Base-T auto-sensing Ethernet ports or SFP optical ports. In enterprise networks, they can serve as access devices providing gigabit-to-the-desktop applications; in metropolitan area networks or industry users, they can provide gigabit access to end users or aggregate low-end switches downstream, and upstream, they can aggregate to high-capacity L3 switches via gigabit or 10-gigabit fiber optic cables or link aggregation.

The H3C RS5100 series Ethernet switches include the following models:

RS5100-24T4MS: 24 10/100/1000BASE-T adaptive Ethernet ports, 4 1/2.5G BASE-X SFP ports;

RS5100-24FP4MS: 24 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ adaptive Ethernet ports, 4 1/2.5G BASE-X SFP ports;

Features

1、Rich business performance

supportInternetBroadband access primarily supports gigabit access for small and medium-sized enterprise network users, providing gigabit port access and gigabit speeds.2.5GUpward. Support.Jumbo Frame,support802.1X，MACAuthentication, port security, supportLACPProtocol, support4KindivualVLANSupport black holesMACFeatures include: automatic mapping of Layer 2 and Layer 3 priorities based on ports; port-based mirroring; redirection; port isolation; access control lists; and port rate limiting.IPv6Supports EthernetOAM：802.3ahand802.1ag (CFD:Connectivity Fault DetectionConnectivity error detection)RichIPv6Function

2、Comprehensive security control strategy

H3C RS5100The series of switches supports innovative single-port multiple authentication.TripleIn a network environment with diverse client types, different clients support different access authentication methods. For example, some clients can only perform...MACAddress authentication (such as for printer terminals) is sometimes performed by the user host.802.1XAuthentication is required for some user hosts to only require authentication.WebAccess in progressPortalAuthentication. To flexibly adapt to the multiple authentication requirements of this network environment,RS5100The series of switches supports a unified deployment approach with multiple authentication methods on a single port, allowing users to choose any suitable authentication mechanism and achieve access by using only one authentication method. The client provides...Guest VlanThis feature ensures that authorized clients can only access specific resources and will employ corresponding strategies, such as obtaining...802.1xClient updates, client upgrades, or obtaining other upgrade programs, etc. Supported.Secure Shell V2（SSH V2These features provide secure information assurance and robust authentication capabilities to protect Ethernet switches from threats such as…IPAttacks such as address fraud and plaintext password interception.

ARPattack andARPViruses are the number one threat to local area network security.H3C RS5100The series of switches supports a wide range of features.ARPDefensive functions, such asARP DetectionImplement user legitimacy check function andARPMessage validity check functionARPSpeed ​​limit to avoid large-scaleARPmessage pairCPUTo carry out impacts, etc.

H3C RS5100Series switches supportEADThe (terminal access control) function, in conjunction with the backend system, can integrate terminal security measures such as terminal antivirus and patch repair with network security measures such as network access control and access permission control into a coordinated security system. By inspecting, isolating, repairing, managing and monitoring network access terminals, the entire network can be transformed from passive defense to active defense, from single-point defense to comprehensive defense, and from decentralized management to centralized policy management, thereby improving the network's overall defense capabilities against emerging security threats such as viruses and worms.

3、AbundantQoSStrategy

H3C RS5100Series switches supportL2（Layer 2）~L4（Layer 4Packet filtering function, providing source-based filtering.MACAddress, destinationMACAddress, SourceIPAddress, destinationIPaddress,TCP/UDPPort number, protocol type,VLANStream classification. Provides flexible queue scheduling algorithms, which can be configured based on both port and queue, supporting...SP、WRR、SP+WRRThree modes. Also supports entry.../Two-way exitACLSupport traffic monitoringCARFunctions and support/Inbound port/Stream mirroring is used to monitor packets on a specified port, copying data packets from that port to the monitoring port for network testing and troubleshooting. Simultaneously...H3C RS5100The series of switches also supportssFlowFunctionality: Samples data packets on the network, in gigabit speeds./Precise monitoring of network traffic on a 10 Gigabit high-speed network is used for statistical analysis and control of network traffic.

4、Excellent management

H3C RS5100Series switches supportSNMPv1/v2/v3（Simple Network Management Protocol), can supportOpen ViewGeneral network management platforms andiMCIntelligent Management Center. Supported.CLIcommand line,Webnetwork management,TELNETThis makes equipment management more convenient and supports...SSH2.0Encryption methods make management more secure.

H3C RS5100The series of switches supports based onMACAddress DivisionVLANIt effectively solves the problem of intelligent and flexible management of mobile office work; combined with its unique global andVLAN

IssuedACLThis strategy simplifies user configuration while also significantly saving hardware resources.

H3C RS5100The switch supportsBIMSThe protocol can automatically download configuration files and applications from the server, enabling zero-configuration startup and significantly reducing the initial configuration workload for large and complex networks.

5、High reliability

H3C RS5100The series of switches features multiple reliability protections at both the device and link levels. The hardware supports overcurrent protection, overvoltage protection, and overheat protection technologies; it also supports power supply and fan fault detection and alarms, and can automatically adjust fan speed according to temperature changes. These designs give the equipment a high degree of reliability.

In addition to device-level reliability, this product also supports a wide range of link-level reliability technologies, includingLACP/STP/RSTP/MSTP/Smart LinkProtection agreements, etc.

H3C RS5100The series of switches supports fast link connectivity detection and port loop detection to prevent unauthorized connections from causing network issues.HubThis refers to the phenomenon where loops formed by devices can lead to network failures.

6、Professional lightning protection

H3C RS5100The series of switches adopts professional lightning protection (surge protection) technology and supports industry-leading...10KVIts lightning protection capability greatly reduces the damage rate of equipment caused by lightning strikes, even in harsh working environments.

7、PoEability

H3C RS5100The series of switches can supportPoEPower supply, capable of providingAPPower receiving equipment such as camerasPD) to provide remote power supply, in additionH3C RS5100The series will alsoAIAbility integrationPoEIn the technology, it makesPoEThe switch can support:

Fast PoE：PoEOnce powered on, the switch can supply power to the receiving device within seconds, without waiting for the switch to complete startup.

Perpetual PoEWhen a switch performs a warm restart using commands, it ensures that the power supply to the powered devices is not interrupted, maintaining the normal operation of the powered devices.

8、Green and energy-saving

H3C RS5100The series of switches utilizes the latest energy-saving chips and innovative architecture design, achieving the lowest power consumption for gigabit switches. This provides users with a new type of green, environmentally friendly, and energy-efficient network access product, reducing maintenance costs.RS5100-24T4MSDesigned for quiet operation, the fanless passive cooling system ensures a quiet experience in classrooms, offices, and other similar spaces, with operating noise levels lower than [previous level].20dB。

at the same timeH3C RS5100The series of switches adopts a variety of green and energy-saving designs, includingauto-power-down(Port automatic power saving) If the interface status remains unchanged for a period of time...downThe system will automatically stop supplying power to the interface and automatically enter energy-saving mode; supportsEEEEnergy-saving function: If a port is idle for a continuous period of time, the system will set the port to energy-saving mode. When there is a need to send or receive messages, the system will wake up the port by periodically sending a listening stream to resume service, thus achieving energy saving and meeting EU requirements for material environmental protection and safety.RoHSstandard.

Typical applications of large-scale campus networks

In large and medium-sized enterprise campus networks, the RS5100 series Ethernet switches can be used as access switches, providing high-performance, high-capacity switching services and supporting 2.5GE uplink interfaces, providing higher bandwidth for access devices.

RS5100 series Ethernet switches are used in enterprise/campus network access layer applications.

Product Specifications