Is the HP 5500-48G EI TAA Switch w 2 Intf Slts end of life?

No. The Aruba HP 5500-48G EI TAA Switch w 2 Intf Slts is currently supported.

What replaces the HP 5500-48G EI TAA Switch w 2 Intf Slts?

Aruba recommends the JH146A as a replacement for the HP 5500-48G EI TAA Switch w 2 Intf Slts.

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Name: HP 5500-48G EI TAA Switch w 2 Intf Slts
Brand: Aruba
SKU: JG251A
Availability: InStock

SKU JG251A

Aruba Chassis

Source: Official Aruba notice (213) ↗ Verified 2026-04-14

HP 5500-48G EI TAA Switch w 2 Intf Slts has an announced end-of-sale date.

Replaced by JH146A

The Aruba HP 5500-48G EI TAA Switch w 2 Intf Slts (JG251A) is a chassis product.

Lifecycle notice published	2016-06-30	9y 10mo ago

Description

HP 5500-48G EI TAA Switch w 2 Intf Slts

Replacement Notes	HPE 5510 48G 4SFP+ HI 1-SLOT SWITCH No TAA Switches Available
Announcement	HP 5500 EI and 5500 HI Switches