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J9538A
HP 8PORT 10-GBE SFP+ V2 ZL MOD
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J9538A Overview
J9538A is a high-performance 10Gbps SFP+ Ethernet module designed for use in modern data center environments. It features a compact modular form factor with an industry-standard SFP+ connector, ensuring seamless compatibility with routers, switches, and servers while delivering reliable support for protocols such as TCP/IP and iSCSI.
The J9538A module is engineered for plug-and-play installation and is ideally suited for applications ranging from upgrading server network interfaces to expanding data center connectivity. Its robust design and advanced feature set—including auto-negotiation, jumbo frames, and QoS support—help deliver the high-speed, low-latency performance required for today’s demanding network infrastructures.
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J9538A Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Module
- Module Type
- SFP+
- Data Rate
- 10G
- Connector Type
- SFP+
- Supported Protocols
- TCP/IP, iSCSI
- Form Factor
- Modular
- Operating Temperature
- 0 to 70°C
- Storage Temperature
- -40 to 85°C
- Input Voltage
- 3.3V
- Compatibility
- Routers, Switches, Servers
- Max Speed
- 10Gbps
- Supported Features
- Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS
- Power Consumption
- 3.5W
- Interface Ports
- Ethernet
- Expansion Slots
- SFP+
- Product Name
- J9538A 10Gbps SFP+ Ethernet Module
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
J9538A Use Case
Virtualized Data Center Hyper-Converged Infrastructure Acceleration
In a large enterprise running ProLiant DL380 Gen10 servers under VMware vSphere, the J9538A-HP 8PORT 10-GBE SFP+ V2 ZL MOD delivers eight 10 GbE uplinks to the leaf switch. This setup drives 2× higher VM I/O throughput, lowers network latency by up to 50%, and consolidates virtualized workloads on fewer hosts—boosting density and delivering predictable performance SLAs.
Enterprise Campus Backbone Aggregation and Future-Proof Uplinks
An international corporate campus deploys distribution switches in each building, connecting them via the J9538A-HP 8PORT 10-GBE SFP+ V2 ZL MOD into its core switch. Eight 10 GbE SFP+ ports aggregate voice, video and data traffic with sub-millisecond latency. The result: 3× greater backbone capacity, seamless VoIP/video conferencing, and scalable headroom for 5G-enabled IoT roll-outs.
High-Performance iSCSI Storage and Disaster-Recovery Replication
A financial services firm uses Nimble Storage arrays at primary and secondary sites linked by J9538A-HP 8PORT 10-GBE SFP+ V2 ZL MOD modules on its HP Storage Fabric switches. Eight simultaneous 10 GbE iSCSI paths achieve replication window compression by 60%, reduce RPO to minutes, and ensure rapid failover—meeting stringent compliance and business-continuity objectives.
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Product Comparison Table
 J9538A |  J9637A |  J9548A |  J9536A |  J9550A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | Routers, Switches, Servers | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco, Juniper, Dell, HP | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP |
| Connector Type | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ | RJ-45 | SFP+ |
| Data Rate | 10G | 10G | 10Gbps | 10G | 10Gbps |
| Depth | N/A | 4.4 inches | N/A | 8.0 inches | N/A |
| Expansion Slots | SFP+ | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Form Factor | Modular | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe |
| Height | N/A | 0.5 inches | N/A | 1.5 inches | N/A |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Interface Ports | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet / SFP+ | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Max Speed | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Module Type | SFP+ | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Power Consumption | 3.5W | 5W | N/A | 15W | 15W |
| Product Name | J9538A 10Gbps SFP+ Ethernet Module | J9637A 10G Ethernet Module | J9548A Ethernet Module | J9536A High-Speed Ethernet Network Card | J9550A High-Speed Ethernet Module |
| Product Type | Network Module | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card | Network Card | Network Module / Network Card |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP, iSCSI | TCP/IP, iSCSI | TCP/IP | TCP/IP | TCP/IP |
| Weight | N/A | 0.4 lbs | N/A | 0.5 lbs | N/A |
| Width | N/A | 3.4 inches | N/A | 3.0 inches | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
I
Imran Hollowell
4
Consistent performance.
P
Pieter VanDijk
5
Reliable fiber connectivity.
B
Bilal North
3
Easy integration.
S
Stephen Clarke
4
Solid enterprise module.
Questions & Answers
What is the HP 8-port 10GbE SFP+ v2 zl Module (SKU: J9538A)?
The HP 8-port 10GbE SFP+ v2 zl Module (J9538A) is an advanced switch blade that provides eight 10-GbE SFP+ ports for HP FlexNetwork and FlexFabric chassis switches.
Which HP switches support the J9538A module?
The J9538A module is compatible with HP 6600, 8200, and 8400 zl chassis switches and select Virtual Connect modules within HP BladeSystem environments.
How many ports and what speeds does the J9538A deliver?
The module delivers eight independent ports, each supporting up to 10 Gb/s full duplex for high-speed uplink and server connectivity.
Is the HP J9538A module hot-swappable?
Yes, the J9538A is hot-swappable, allowing insertion or removal without powering down the chassis or disrupting network traffic.