HP E5400 zl Modular Dual PSU Managed Switch 8-Port 10GbE SFP+ 5 Modules J8726A

HP E5400 zl Modular Managed Switch — 5 Modules, Dual PSU, 10GbE

The HP ProCurve E5400 zl is a fully modular enterprise Layer 3 managed switch configured with five installed modules delivering 68x GbE copper, 8x 10GbE SFP+, and 8x GbE SFP ports — all backed by dual J9306A hot-swap redundant power supplies and a 12-month Reboot IT warranty. Note: one module slot cover is missing, which does not affect the switch's operation or installed module count.

Key Benefits

• 8x 10GbE SFP+ uplinks: The J9538A module delivers eight 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports for high-throughput uplinks to core switches, servers, and storage fabric.
• 68x GbE copper access ports: Three copper GbE modules deliver dense Gigabit access switching for workstations, APs, IP cameras, and VoIP endpoints.
• Fully modular chassis: The E5400 zl chassis accepts a range of HP zl modules — ports and capabilities can be reconfigured as your network evolves.
• Dual hot-swap redundant PSUs: Two J9306A power supplies provide N+1 redundancy — lose one PSU without dropping a single packet.
• Layer 3 managed switching: Full routing, VLAN, QoS, MSTP, and ACL capabilities for enterprise core and distribution switching roles.
• Ready to deploy with 5 modules fitted: All five modules are installed and tested — no additional module purchases required to start switching.

Performance In Use

In a campus or enterprise network, the E5400 zl sits naturally at the distribution or core layer — aggregating access switches via 10GbE SFP+ uplinks, routing between VLANs, and enforcing QoS and ACL policy. The J9538A 8-port 10GbE module provides the uplink capacity needed to serve dozens of access-layer switches simultaneously, while the three copper GbE modules handle direct endpoint connections at scale.

For data centre and server room environments, the combination of 10GbE uplinks and dense GbE access ports makes the E5400 zl an effective top-of-rack or end-of-row switch. The dual redundant PSUs and hot-swap design mean planned maintenance does not require a full maintenance window for power supply work.

Network engineers familiar with HP ProCurve will appreciate the mature ProVision ASIC-based architecture and the well-documented CLI. Configuration via HP's Network Management software or CLI over SSH is straightforward, and the J8726A management module provides a centralised console port and management VLAN access.

Tech Specs

Model	HP ProCurve E5400 zl
Switch Type	Modular Layer 3 Managed Switch
GbE Copper Ports	68x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45)
10GbE SFP+ Ports	8x 10GbE SFP+ (via J9538A)
GbE SFP Ports	8x GbE SFP (combo/uplink)
Module 1	J8726A — HP E5400 zl Management Module
Module 2	J9550A — HP 24-Port Gig-T v2 zl Module
Module 3	J9538A — HP 8-Port 10GbE SFP+ v2 zl Module
Module 4	J9536A — HP 20-Port Gig-T / 4-Port SFP+ v2 zl Module
Module 5	J9637A — HP 24-Port Gig-T / 4-Port SFP v2 zl Module
Power Supply	2x J9306A Hot-swap Redundant PSU
Cosmetic Note	One module slot cover missing — does not affect operation
Warranty	12 months — Reboot IT

Is It Right For You?

Best For ✓	Not For ✗
Enterprise campus distribution or core switching	Small offices needing a simple unmanaged switch
Data centre aggregation with 10GbE uplinks	Environments requiring 40GbE or 100GbE fabric
High-density LAN (50–100+ endpoints)	Low-power or fanless network deployments
Networks needing VLAN, QoS, and ACL control	Buyers requiring a full set of slot covers

Condition Grades

Grade	Description
A — Excellent	Minimal cosmetic marks. All ports, modules, and PSUs fully tested and operational. One module slot cover missing (noted).
B — Good	Light scratches or rack rash. All hardware fully tested and operational. One module slot cover missing (noted).

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is one module slot cover missing?

One blank slot cover is absent from the chassis. This is cosmetic only and does not affect operation or airflow. Replacement slot covers are available from HP/Aruba parts suppliers if required.

Can I add or swap modules?

Yes. The E5400 zl chassis accepts the full range of HP ProCurve zl modules. Existing modules can be removed and replaced with alternative configurations to suit your network requirements.

Does it support PoE?

The modules in this configuration are non-PoE. The E5400 zl chassis supports HP's PoE zl modules — contact us if you require a PoE-capable configuration.

What SFP+ transceivers are compatible?

The J9538A module supports HP-branded and compatible third-party SFP+ transceivers (SR, LR, DAC cables). HP ProCurve switches may display warnings for non-HP branded optics, but operation is generally unaffected.

What are the shipping costs?

Shipping costs apply based on size and destination — rates are calculated at checkout.