HPE
HPE J4878A ProCurve GBIC switch module
Adds four SFP slots for optical-fibre uplinks to compatible ProCurve 5308xl, 5348xl, 5372xl and 5304xl switches
- Electrical Outlet Plug TypeGBIC
- Expands connectivity with four SFP mini-GBIC slots
- Supports optical-fiber media for data networking
- Weighs approximately 1.45 lb for easy handling
- Compatible with ProCurve 5372xl, 5308xl, 5348xl, 5304xl switches
- HPE ProCurve GBIC module for reliable network expansion
ProCurve GBIC Module for Data Networking
The HPE J4878A ProCurve GBIC Module adds optical-fibre connectivity to compatible HP ProCurve switches for data networking environments. It is designed for network administrators expanding fibre uplinks in existing chassis-based deployments. The module installs directly into a GBIC slot on supported platforms.
Four SFP expansion slots per module
Each unit provides four SFP (mini-GBIC) expansion slots, allowing up to four fibre transceivers to be populated from a single module. This slot count determines how many concurrent fibre links the chassis can support through this module.
Compatibility limited to four ProCurve xl switches
The module works only with the HP ProCurve Switch 5372xl (J4848A), 5308xl (J4819A), 5348xl (J4849A) and 5304xl (J4850A). Builders using other switch families or newer platforms cannot use this module and must select a different form factor.
Highlights
- Expands connectivity with four SFP mini-GBIC slots
- Supports optical-fiber media for data networking
- Weighs approximately 1.45 lb for easy handling
- Compatible with ProCurve 5372xl, 5308xl, 5348xl, 5304xl switches
- HPE ProCurve GBIC module for reliable network expansion
Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
|---|---|
| Electrical Outlet Plug Type | GBIC |
Questions about this item
What does the 1 Gbps maximum data rate mean once the module is installed in a switch?
The module provides a single gigabit optical uplink; actual throughput depends on the SFP transceiver fitted and the switch backplane.
What interface standard do the four expansion slots use, and what does that limit?
The slots accept SFP (mini-GBIC) transceivers, so port speed and distance are defined by the specific SFP module you insert.
Which ProCurve switches can this GBIC module physically mount in?
It fits the ProCurve 5372xl (J4848A), 5308xl (J4819A), 5348xl (J4849A) and 5304xl (J4850A) chassis.
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