HPE CW 2050 48-Port Managed Layer 2 Ethernet Switch, S6X70A#ABA

HPE CW 2050 48p 10/100/1000BASE-T 4p SFP 1G/2.5G Switch

The HPE Networking CW 2050 48-port switch, part number S6X70A#ABA, is a fully managed Layer 2 access switch designed for small and medium-sized businesses, branch offices, and larger workgroups. It provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports for connecting computers, access points, IP phones, surveillance cameras, IoT devices, and other network equipment over twisted-pair cabling. Four dedicated SFP uplink ports support 1G and 2.5G connectivity, helping extend the network and provide high-bandwidth links without replacing existing access cabling.

Built for reliable, structured network operation, the HPE CW 2050 supports up to 116 Gbps of switching capacity and up to 86 million packets per second. Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF) stacking enables up to two switches to operate as a simplified, resilient network system, supporting uninterrupted Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 forwarding. Layer 3 static routing and IPv6 support provide additional flexibility for evolving business networks, while integrated surge protection helps reduce the risk associated with electrical surges in demanding environments.

Management options include a default web graphical user interface, SmartMC management dashboard, command-line interface, SNMP, and REST API integration. These tools support configuration, monitoring, automation, and integration with customer network management platforms. The internal power supply provides operating power to the switch, and stack connectivity allows network capacity to expand through coordinated device deployment. With HPE enterprise networking reliability and a limited lifetime warranty, the CW 2050 is a practical foundation for dependable wired access and network growth.

• Product Type: Managed Ethernet switch
• Switching Layer: Layer 2 with Layer 3 static routing support
• Access Ports: 48 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet ports
• Uplink Ports: Four dedicated 1G/2.5G SFP ports
• Stacking: IRF support for up to two switches
• Management: Web GUI, SmartMC, CLI, SNMP, and REST API
• Reliability: IPv6 support and service-port surge protection

Features:

• Ethernet switching increases network bandwidth availability for connected business devices
• 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports support larger workgroups and wired infrastructure deployments
• Four dedicated 1G/2.5G SFP uplinks provide flexible high-speed network expansion
• Managed Layer 2 operation enables structured configuration, monitoring, and control
• IRF stacking supports expansion and simplified management with up to two switches
• Layer 3 static routing and IPv6 support provide flexibility for modern network environments
• Twisted-pair cable support enables efficient Ethernet data transmission across network distances
• Integrated power supply provides operating voltage for internal switch components
• Service-port surge protection helps reduce risks in demanding installation environments