Networking CW 2050 24p 10/100/1000BT PoE+ 4p SFP 1G/2.5G 420W Switch
Reasons To Buy
Enterprise class-reliable performance
The CW 2050 series includes four models with 24 and 48 access ports and four built‑in 1G/2.5G SFP uplinks for non‑blocking performance. The 24‑port non‑PoE model includes four HPE Smart Rate 1G/2.5G ports, and the 24‑port PoE model includes four PoE++ 1G/2.5G ports delivering up to 100 W per port.
It supports up to 116 Gbps switching capacity and up to 86 Mpps performance.
Two‑switch Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF) stacking simplifies network management and provides high availability with uninterrupted Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 forwarding.
It supports Layer 3 static routing and IPv6.
With industry‑leading 6 kV service‑port surge‑protection technology, the HPE Networking CW 2050 Switch Series helps reduce surge‑strike risks in demanding environments such as construction sites.
Powerful PoE options for Wi‑Fi 7 APs and demanding IoT devices
The 24‑port and 48‑port PoE models provide power budgets of 420 W and 410 W, respectively, at 35 W per port, supporting Wi‑Fi 7 APs, IP cameras, video phones, and other devices without the need for separate power adapters or cabling.
The 24‑port model includes four PoE++ ports delivering up to 100 W per port for added flexibility and investment protection.
Simple and flexible management
The HPE Networking CW 2050 Switch Series includes a default Web GUI and can be managed alongside other CW switches with an embedded web‑based dashboard designed to simplify deployment and centralize management.
Advanced management options include HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC), command‑line interface (CLI), SNMP managers, and REST APIs for integration with existing customer dashboards.
Comprehensive security control
The CW 2050 series provides multi‑layered access protection with granular ACLs (IPv4/IPv6, VLAN, port‑based), identity‑driven policies, and authentication including 802.1X, MAC, Web, RADIUS, and TACACS+, as well as Guest VLAN detection and dual‑NIC detection with IMC.
It supports encrypted access using SSHv2, SSL, SNMPv3, and TLS, along with role‑based privileges and audit logging.
Secure Boot verifies digital signatures to help prevent unauthorized or malicious software from loading during startup.
Threat‑prevention features include Control Plane Policing (DoS protection), ARP and DHCP protection, ICMP throttling, port security, and source‑port filtering.
Network isolation features include Private VLANs for user‑to‑user traffic separation.
Description
HPE Networking CW 2050 Switch Series is designed to empower your business with next-level connectivity. Whether you run a small or medium-sized business, or manage branch offices, the CW 2050 series offers seamless, secure, and high-performance networking without the complexity or high cost. This fully managed, stackable switch features advanced HPE Smart Rate 1G/2.5G ports and high-power PoE to support a wide range of devices, from computers to IP phones and wireless access points. With intuitive management through a web GUI and the CW dashboard, setting up and monitoring your network is simple—even for non-IT experts. For more advanced needs, the CW 2050 series integrates easily using CLI, SNMP, or REST API, ensuring compatibility with your existing systems. Choose the CW 2050 series for a reliable, scalable, and affordable solution that grows with your business.
What is new supporting point:
Flexible, simplified management with default Web GUI, SmartMC management dashboard, CLI, SNMP, and REST API for integration with customer dashboards
Fully managed, stackable Layer 2 switch series with 24‑ and 48‑port non‑PoE and PoE models, supporting IRF stacking with up to two switches
Four dedicated 1G/2.5G SFP uplink ports
24‑port non‑PoE model includes four HPE Smart Rate 1G/2.5G ports; 24‑port PoE model includes four PoE++ 1G/2.5G ports delivering up to 100 W per port
Powerful PoE provides up to 420 W (35 W per port) to support APs, IP phones, surveillance cameras, door locks, and other IoT devices
Fanless design on the 24‑port non‑PoE model for acoustically sensitive environments
Specifications
| Management features |
|---|
| Switch type |
Managed |
| Web-based management |
Yes |
| Ports & interfaces |
|---|
| SFP module slots quantity |
4 |
| Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity |
24 |
| Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports type |
2.5G Ethernet (100/1000/2500) |
| Console port |
RJ-45 |
| Gigabit Ethernet (copper) ports quantity |
24 |
| Fiber ports quantity |
4 |
| Fiber optic connector |
SFP |
| 2.5G Ethernet (copper) ports quantity |
4 |
| Switching optical modules type |
Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network |
|---|
| 10G support |
No |
| Optical fiber |
|---|
| Fiber ethernet cabling technology |
1000BASE-X |
| Switching optical modules type |
Gigabit Ethernet |
| Fiber optic connector |
SFP |
| Data transmission |
|---|
| Switching capacity |
80 Gbit/s |
| Throughput |
59.52 Mpps |
| Latency (1 Gbps) |
5 µs |
| Packet buffer memory |
0.5 MB |
| Forwarding rate |
59.52 Mpps |
| Throughput |
80 Gbit/s |
| Protocols |
|---|
| Management protocols |
Web GUI, CLI, SmartMC, IMC, AirWave, SNMP, RestAPI |
| Supported network protocols |
SNMP, RestAPI |
| Design |
|---|
| Rack mounting |
Yes |
| Stackable |
Yes |
| Product colour |
Black |
| Number of fans |
2 fan(s) |
| Performance |
|---|
| Processor frequency |
1250 MHz |
| Memory type |
Flash |
| Internal memory |
256 MB |
| Flash memory |
256 MB |
| Processor manufacturer |
ARM |
| Built-in processor |
Yes |
| Fanless |
No |
| Stackable |
Yes |
| Packet buffer memory |
0.5 MB |
| Power |
|---|
| Power supply included |
Yes |
| AC input voltage |
100 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency |
47/63 Hz |
| Power consumption (typical) |
23 W |
| Input voltage |
90 - 264 V |
| Power consumption note |
23W, AC |
| Power source |
AC |
| Power supply note |
Internal, 90V–264V AC |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) |
|---|
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) |
Yes |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) ports quantity |
24 |
| Power over Ethernet plus (PoE+) ports quantity |
20 |
| Total Power over Ethernet (PoE) budget |
420 W |
| Power over Ethernet 4PPoE (PoE++) ports quantity |
4 |
| Other features |
|---|
| Latency |
1 GE: ≤5μs (64 byte LIFO) |
| Performance management |
Web GUI Command Line Interface (CLI) Smart Management Center (SmartMC) HPE Intelligence Management Center (IMC) HPE Networking Management Software (AirWave) SNMP RestAPI |
| Memory and processor |
CPU: Single-core Arm 1.25 GHz Flash: 256 MB Packet buffer: 0.5 MB |
| Fan |
2 |
| Weight (imperial) |
5.2 kg (11.5 lbs) |
| I/O ports |
20x 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ ports 4x 1G/2.5G BASE-T PoE++ ports 4x 1G/2.5G BASE-X SFP ports 1x RJ-45 console port |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial) |
384 x 558 x 134.9 mm (15.1 x 22 x 5.31") |
| Input voltage |
90 - 264 V |
| Operational conditions |
|---|
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
-5 - 45 °C |
| Heat dissipation |
1542 BTU/h |
| Weight & dimensions |
|---|
| Width |
384 mm |
| Depth |
558 mm |
| Height |
134.9 mm |
| Weight |
5.2 kg |
