HP ProCurve J9008A 2-Port 10GbE SFP+ al Plug-In Module for 2910al Switch | Wty

HP ProCurve J9008A — 2-Port 10GbE SFP+ Expansion Module

The HP ProCurve J9008A is a 2-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ plug-in module for HP ProCurve 2910al series switches. Adds dual 10GbE uplink capacity to existing 2910al-24G (J9145A) and 2910al-48G (J9148A) switches without replacing the chassis. Backed by a 12-month Reboot IT warranty.

Key Benefits

• Dual 10GbE SFP+ Ports: Two SFP+ cages each support 10 Gigabit Ethernet — upgrade 2910al uplinks from 1G to 10G without buying a new switch.
• Drop-In Compatibility: Designed exclusively for HP ProCurve 2910al-24G and 2910al-48G — plugs into the rear expansion bay, no reconfiguration needed.
• Transceiver Flexibility: Accepts standard SFP+ modules — 10GBASE-SR (300m MMF), 10GBASE-LR (10km SMF), and SFP+ DAC/Twinax cables (up to 7m).
• Cost-Effective 10G Upgrade: Extend the life of existing 2910al infrastructure — add 10G uplinks at a fraction of a full switch replacement cost.
• Native Firmware Integration: Recognised by 2910al ProVision firmware without additional licensing or complex configuration.
• No Impact on Downlink Ports: Module occupies only the rear expansion bay — all 24 or 48 downlink RJ45 ports remain fully available.

Performance in Use

The J9008A provides a direct upgrade path for organisations running HP ProCurve 2910al switches that need 10G uplink connectivity to a core switch or server. Rather than replacing the entire distribution switch, the J9008A fits the rear expansion bay and immediately adds two 10GbE SFP+ ports. This is particularly valuable when aggregating traffic from multiple 1G access switches into a server farm over 10G links.

With 10GBASE-SR SFP+ modules, multimode fibre runs of up to 300m between IDF and MDF are straightforward. 10GBASE-LR modules extend this to 10km over single-mode fibre for inter-building links. SFP+ DAC cables deliver a cost-effective low-latency option for rack-to-rack within the same server room.

Tech Specs

Port Count	2 x 10GbE SFP+
Compatible Switches	HP ProCurve 2910al-24G (J9145A), 2910al-48G (J9148A)
Transceiver Type	SFP+ (10GBASE-SR, 10GBASE-LR, SFP+ DAC cables)
Installation	Rear expansion bay, cold swap (switch must be powered off)
HP Part Number	J9008A
Transceivers Included	Not included — source separately
Warranty	12 months — Reboot IT

Is It Right for You?

Best For ✓	Not For ✗
2910al-24G or 2910al-48G owners needing 10G uplinks	Any switch other than 2910al series (not compatible)
Upgrading distribution uplinks without replacing the switch	Buyers expecting SFP+ transceivers included
Campus or data centre 10G aggregation on a budget	Networks requiring 40G or 100G uplinks

Condition Grades

Grade	Condition	Cosmetics
A — Excellent	Fully tested and working	Minimal marks, near-new appearance
B — Good	Fully tested and working	Light wear, minor marks on module housing

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this module work in a 2910al-24G?

Yes — the J9008A is the correct expansion module for both the HP ProCurve 2910al-24G (J9145A) and 2910al-48G (J9148A). It is not compatible with any other HP switch model.

Are SFP+ transceivers included?

No — SFP+ transceivers are not included. Source compatible 10GBASE-SR, 10GBASE-LR, or SFP+ DAC cables separately based on your distance and fibre type requirements.

Does the switch need to be powered off for installation?

Yes — the J9008A is a cold-swap module. Power off the switch before inserting the module. It is not hot-swappable.

What are the shipping costs?

Shipping costs apply based on size and destination — rates are calculated at checkout.