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Short grey stacking cable with connectors on both ends

HPE

HPE J9578A 3800 Stacking Cable 0.5m

SKU CH-F7JS-D3N9C MPN J9578A

A 0.5 m copper stacking cable that links compatible HP 3800 and 3810M switches into a single managed stack

  • TypeCable
  • SpecificationsStacking Cable Cable Length: 1.64 ft Compatibility: HP 3800
  • Connect HP 3800 stackable switches with a dedicated 0.5 m cable
  • Half-metre reach keeps adjacent rack units tidy and linked
  • Copper conductors deliver reliable stacking performance
  • Purpose-built for Aruba 3800 and 3810M switch families
  • Factory-new J9578A cable ensures immediate deployment readiness

Stacking cable for 3800 switches

This 0.5 metre stacking cable connects compatible HP 3800 stackable switches in a resilient ring. The copper conductor carries stacking traffic between stack members. It is designed for short links inside a single rack or adjacent cabinets.

Network engineers stacking 3800 or 3810M switches

Engineers building a 3800 switch stack use this cable for the required inter-switch links. Buyers needing longer reach between racks or a different switch family should look at other cable lengths or models.

0.5 metre length for close-proximity stacking

The fixed 0.5 metre length suits switches mounted in the same rack or directly adjacent racks. If the stack spans a greater distance, this cable will not reach and a longer stacking cable is required.

Highlights

  • Connect HP 3800 stackable switches with a dedicated 0.5 m cable
  • Half-metre reach keeps adjacent rack units tidy and linked
  • Copper conductors deliver reliable stacking performance
  • Purpose-built for Aruba 3800 and 3810M switch families
  • Factory-new J9578A cable ensures immediate deployment readiness

Specifications

BrandHPE
ModelJ9578A
TypeCable
SpecificationsStacking Cable
Cable Length: 1.64 ft
Compatibility: HP 3800 Stackable Switch
Conductor: Copper
Shipping weight0.09 kg
Package size127 × 102 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

Do I need two HPE 3800 series switches to use the J9578A 0.5 m stacking cable?

Yes, this cable connects two compatible HPE 3800 or 3810M stackable switches to form a single managed stack.

Will the J9578A stacking cable work with older HP ProCurve switches that are not 3800 series?

No, the cable is designed exclusively for HPE 3800 and 3810M stackable switches and will not function with other ProCurve models.

How can I verify the J9578A stacking cable is operating correctly after installation?

Check the switch management interface; a healthy stack shows both members online, stacking ports up, and zero CRC errors on the stacking links.

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