Name: J4138AZ HP ProCurve 9300m Series 9308m 8-Slot Layer 4 Managed Switch Chassis
Brand: HP
SKU: J4138AZ
Price: 499.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The J4138AZ HP ProCurve 9300m Series 9308m chassis acts as a central platform for network routing and switching, offering flexibility through its eight expansion slots. It fits into enterprise environments where modular hardware supports evolving networking demands and advanced traffic control is necessary.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch, Modular Switch
Form Factor	Chassis-Based
Switch Ports	8
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
NIM Slot	8
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 4

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI, CLI (SSH/Telnet), SNMP, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Security Features	ACLs, 802.1X, RADIUS/TACACS+, SSH, SNMPv3
Management Type	Managed (in-band and out-of-band)
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS
Routing Protocol	Static,RIP,OSPF

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable, redundant
Power Supply	Supports hot-pluggable redundant power supplies

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The J4138AZ HP ProCurve 9300m Series 9308m chassis is built for network environments requiring advanced routing and switching capabilities. It often appears in data centers and enterprise networks where modular expansion and robust traffic management are critical. Network administrators and IT professionals benefit from its flexible architecture that accommodates diverse connectivity needs. Key Features Scalable design with 8 slots for various network modules Layer 4 switching enables intelligent traffic handling and load balancing Supports high throughput for demanding network loads Reliable hardware architecture ensures consistent uptime Integrated management tools facilitate network monitoring and configuration This chassis plays a key role in establishing a reliable and efficient network core. Its capacity to support multiple expansion modules helps maintain network performance while allowing growth. With stable operation and comprehensive management, it fits well into complex, evolving network infrastructures.

Use Cases
This chassis is typically utilized in enterprise IT setups and data centers where scalable, high-performance network routing and switching are needed. It's suited for organizations managing complex and heavy network traffic, benefiting teams responsible for maintaining reliable and adaptable network infrastructures. How It's Used: Deployed in large enterprise data centers to consolidate routing and switching functions Used by IT teams in service provider networks for scalable traffic management Installed in campus networks to support multiple segments with diverse connectivity needs Employs modular expansion in growing network environments requiring flexible hardware upgrades Integrates into virtualization platforms requiring efficient Layer 4 traffic control By accommodating multiple expansion modules and offering sophisticated traffic routing, this chassis supports network scalability and operational efficiency. It delivers consistent performance essential for maintaining robust IT infrastructure.