Name: JD243A HPE A7503 Modular Switch Chassis
Brand: HPE
SKU: JD243A
Price: 803.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The JD243A - HPE A7503 1-Slot Switch Chassis serves as a flexible enclosure tailored for HPE A7500 series switch modules. It fits into data centers or network rooms requiring modular switch deployment with efficient power and cooling management, providing a dependable platform for network expansion and maintenance.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Port Type	25G SFP28, 40G QSFP+, 100G QSFP28, SFP, SFP+, QSFP / QSFP+
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
NIM Slot	1
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR)
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45),RJ-45 (Management),Web GUI,CLI,SNMP,REST API
Security Features	802.1X,ACLs,RADIUS,TACACS+,SSH,Secure Boot
Management Type	In-band and Out-of-band (CLI, Web GUI, REST API)
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,Telnet,SNMP,REST,NETCONF
Routing Protocol	Static,OSPF,BGP,VRRP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans
Power Supply	Hot-plug/redundant power supplies (field-replaceable)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus

Product Description
The JD243A - HPE A7503 1-Slot Switch Chassis is built to house HPE A7500 series switch modules, delivering a flexible and efficient networking solution. It is commonly found in network environments requiring compact yet powerful switch infrastructure. Network administrators and IT professionals benefit from its modular design, which allows for easy integration and scalability within existing setups. Key Features Provides a single slot for versatile switch module installation Incorporates a cooling system optimized for high-density deployments Offers redundant power supply options for continuous uptime Supports high-bandwidth switching capacity suited for enterprise needs Designed to fit standard rack mounting configurations Overall, this chassis delivers reliable hardware support for critical network components, maintaining consistent performance under various operating conditions. Its design balances compact form factor with the necessary infrastructure to support demanding network traffic, making it a stable foundation for scalable network architectures.

Use Cases
The JD243A chassis is typically deployed in enterprise and service provider environments where modular switch capacity is needed without excess space consumption. IT teams managing evolving network infrastructures find it useful for its straightforward integration and support of high-performance switch modules. How It's Used: Consolidating network switches in rack-mounted aggregation points within data centers Supporting modular switch deployments in campus and branch office networks Enabling flexible edge networking with scalable hardware options Housing high-throughput switch modules for service provider access layers Facilitating maintenance and upgrades by simplifying module replacement This chassis contributes to operational efficiency by simplifying hardware management and ensuring stable power and thermal conditions. Its role in modular switch infrastructure supports network scalability and reliable performance across evolving enterprise network demands.