Name: JH182A HP 24 x Ports 10GBase-T + 2 x Ports QSFP+ with MACsec Expansion Module
Brand: HPE
SKU: JH182A
Price: 454.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The JH182A HP 24 x Ports 10GBase-T + 2 x Ports QSFP+ with MACsec Expansion Module enhances HP switches by adding high-speed copper ports alongside secure uplink options. It fits into enterprise or data center environments where expanding port capacity and encrypting data traffic are critical.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	JH182A
Product Type	Switch Expansion Module
Series	HPE 10GBase-T / QSFP+ Expansion Module

Technical Information
Ports	24 x 10GBase-T, 2 x QSFP+ (26 total)
Data Rate	10 Gbps (10GBase-T), 40 Gbps (QSFP+)
Connector Type	RJ-45 (10GBase-T), QSFP+
product type	Switch Expansion Module
Product Category	Switch Expansion Module

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Modular expansion module / line card
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
The JH182A expansion module adds 24 10GBase-T ports along with 2 QSFP+ uplink ports to compatible HP switches. It's built for environments that need flexible high-speed copper connections combined with powerful uplink capabilities. Often found in enterprise data centers and campus networks, this module suits IT professionals aiming to expand switch capacity while maintaining secure data flows. The inclusion of MACsec provides hardware-based encryption, which is essential where data security is a priority. Key Features 24 copper 10GBase-T ports compatible with standard RJ45 cabling Two QSFP+ ports allowing for 40Gbps high-bandwidth uplinks Hardware MACsec support for encrypting traffic directly on the module Seamless integration with HP switches for easy scalability Compact form factor that fits into designated expansion slots This expansion module typically fits into HP switches deployed in locations requiring both speed and security, such as corporate networks and data centers. It helps network administrators boost port density without replacing existing hardware. By offering both high-speed copper ports and secured uplinks, it strikes a balance between flexibility and protection, supporting a wide range of network designs.

Use Cases
The JH182A expansion module is tailored for enterprise and data center networks that require high-density 10G copper connections with secure uplink capabilities. It is ideal for environments where extending switch port capacity and enforcing data encryption over the network are essential, such as virtualization clusters and multi-tenant infrastructures. How It's Used: Integrating high-speed 10GBase-T ports in rack-mounted switches within data centers handling virtualized workloads. Securing uplink traffic in enterprise campus networks by leveraging MACsec-enabled QSFP+ ports to protect sensitive data. Expanding port density for SMB IT environments requiring cost-effective 10GbE copper connectivity without sacrificing security. Facilitating edge computing deployments by providing flexible copper and fiber uplink options in constrained network closets. Enhancing storage clusters with low-latency 10GBase-T connections for improved data replication and access speeds. This expansion module supports operational efficiency by delivering scalable port augmentation with embedded security features. It enables network administrators to adapt infrastructure to increasing bandwidth demands while maintaining encrypted data paths essential for compliance and data integrity.

JH182A HP 24 x Ports 10GBase-T + 2 x Ports QSFP+ with MACsec Expansion Module

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

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