Huawei Gigabit Layer 3 Core Switch

Huawei Layer 3 core gigabit switches, such as the S530, S5700, and S5735 series, offer high-performance, scalable, and feature-rich solutions for enterprise and campus networks.Key Models and Specifications1. Huawei eKitEngine S530 SeriesOffers multiple port configurations: 24 GE electrical, 24 GE optical/electrical hybrid, and 48 GE optical ports .Supports iStack, allowing multiple switches to be logically stacked into a single virtual switch for simplified management and increased scalability .Features link aggregation, VRRP, IGMP snooping, and Ethernet Ring Protection Switching (ERPS) for high reliability and fast failover .Supports Ethernet OAM (IEEE 802.3ah/802.1ag) for rapid link fault detection.Security features include 802.1X authentication, MAC-based authentication, and protection against DoS attacks and DHCP spoofing . 2. Huawei S5700-LI SeriesNext-generation energy-saving gigabit switch with flexible GE access ports and 10GE uplinks .Supports Advanced Hibernation Management (AHM) and iStack for intelligent stacking and energy efficiency.Specialized battery LAN models (S5700-LI-BAT) provide uninterrupted service during power failures, ideal for access layer deployments .Designed for cost-effective, green, and easy-to-manage gigabit-to-desktop solutions. 3. Huawei S5735-L48P4X-A (CloudEngine S5735-L Series)48x GE PoE+ ports and 4x 10GE SFP+ uplinks, supporting high-density gigabit access and core connectivity .Built on Versatile Routing Platform (VRP) with a 1000 MHz quad-core CPU, 1 GB RAM, and 512 MB flash memory .Provides 132 Mpps forwarding performance and 432 Gbit/s switching capacity, suitable for enterprise campus networks.PoE+ support up to 30W per port with a total budget of 740W, ideal for IP cameras, wireless APs, and VoIP systems .Includes 6 kV surge protection for industrial environments and supports simplified management for large-scale deployments.Common Features Across Huawei L3 Core SwitchesLayer 3 routing capabilities for inter-VLAN routing and enterprise backbone networks.High availability with redundancy protocols like VRRP and ERPS.Scalability through stacking (iStack) and modular uplinks.Security and QoS features for enterprise-grade network protection and traffic management.Management options including SNMP, CLI, and web-based interfaces for simplified O&M.Use CasesCampus networks: Core or aggregation layer for small to large campuses.Enterprise networks: Gigabit-to-desktop access with PoE support for IP devices.Data centers: High-performance L3 switching with 10GE uplinks for backbone connectivity.Industrial or power-sensitive environments: Battery-supported models ensure uninterrupted service. Huawei Layer 3 core gigabit switches provide a flexible, reliable, and scalable solution for modern enterprise and campus networks, combining high port density, advanced routing, PoE capabilities, and robust management features to support digital transformation and high-performance networking.