NOTE:
• To guarantee the functionality of the QSFP+ ports, use only HP QSFP+ transceiver modules and cables.
• The QSFP+ transceiver modules and cables available for this switch series are subject to change over
time. For the most up-to-date list of SFP transceiver modules, consult your HP sales representative or
technical support engineer.
For QSFP+ transceiver module and cable specifications, see Transceiver Modules User Guide.
10/100/1000Base-T autosensing Ethernet port
Every HP 5900AF-48G-4XG-2QSFP+ switch has 10/100/1000Base-T autosensing Ethernet ports.
Table 12 10/100/1000Base-T autosensing Ethernet port specifications
Item Specification
Connector type RJ-45
Port transmission rate 10/100/1000 Mbps, half/full duplex, MDI/MDI-X autosensing
Transmission medium and max
transmission distance
100 m (328.08 ft) over category-5 twisted pair cable
Compatible standards
• IEEE 802.3i
• IEEE 802.3u
• IEEE 802.3ab
1/10GBase-T autosensing Ethernet port
Every HP 5900AF-48XGT-4QSFP+ switch has 1/10GBase-T autosensing Ethernet ports.
Table 13 1/10GBase-T autosensing Ethernet port specifications
Item Specification
Connector type RJ-45
Port transmission rate 1/10 Gbps, full duplex, MDI/MDI-X autosensing