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J9996A
2P 40GBE QSFP+ V3 ZL2 MOD PL=35
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J9996A Overview
J9996A is an Ethernet module engineered to deliver high-performance connectivity for modern enterprise networks. It supports data rates of up to 10Gbps and uses an SFP+ connector, ensuring reliable and efficient integration with routers, switches, and servers while operating on industry-standard TCP/IP protocols.
J9996A features a PCIe form factor for easy installation in a variety of network and server systems. It is ideally suited for expanding data center capacity and upgrading server network interfaces, providing versatile compatibility and robust performance in high-speed network infrastructures.
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J9996A Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Module / Network Card
- Module Type
- Ethernet
- Data Rate
- 10Gbps
- Connector Type
- SFP+
- Supported Protocols
- TCP/IP
- Form Factor
- PCIe
- Operating Temperature
- 0 to 70°C
- Storage Temperature
- -40 to 85°C
- Input Voltage
- 3.3V
- Compatibility
- Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP
- Max Speed
- 10Gbps
- Supported Features
- Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- Interface Ports
- Ethernet
- Expansion Slots
- N/A
- Product Name
- J9996A Ethernet Module
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
J9996A Use Case
High-Density Spine-Leaf Uplink Aggregation in Hyperscale Data Centers
In a hyperscale cloud provider environment, network architects deploy the J9996A-2P 40GbE QSFP+ V3 ZL2 MOD PL=35 on leaf switches to aggregate four 10GbE host uplinks into a single 40GbE spine link across 35 km of single-mode fiber. This module reduces cable bulk, cuts port count by 75 %, and delivers sub-2 µs latency for east-west traffic. Benefit: Maximizes rack density, lowers operational costs by 30 %, and future-proofs the fabric for burst-intensive workloads.
Low-Latency AI/ML GPU Cluster Interconnect
In an AI research lab, IT teams integrate the J9996A-2P QSFP+ V3 ZL2 MOD PL=35 into NVIDIA GPU compute nodes to form a 40 GbE cluster interconnect spanning campus-scale labs. The link supports deterministic latency under 1 µs and 40 Gbps throughput over 10 km of single-mode fiber, accelerating distributed training jobs. Benefit: Cuts model convergence time by up to 25 %, boosts GPU utilization to 98 %, and scales performance without rack redesign.
Converged Ethernet & SAN Fabric Extension for Enterprise Storage
A financial services firm implements the J9996A-2P 40GbE QSFP+ V3 ZL2 MOD PL=35 to extend its converged Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) SAN fabric across two data centers. Over a 35 km single-mode link, the module delivers low-jitter, lossless transport and supports multiprotocol QoS. Benefit: Consolidates storage and LAN traffic, reduces fiber infrastructure by 60 %, and ensures zero-packet-loss SLAs for critical transaction processing.
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Product Comparison Table
 J9996A |  J9986A |  J9995A |  JL084A |  JL083A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco, Juniper, Dell | Dell, HP, Cisco | Cisco, Juniper, Dell, HP | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP |
| Connector Type | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ |
| Data Rate | 10Gbps | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Depth | N/A | 0.5 inches | 6.6 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Form Factor | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe |
| Height | N/A | 1.0 inches | 0.3 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Interface Ports | Ethernet | SFP+ | Ethernet | SFP+ | SFP+ |
| Max Speed | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Module Type | Ethernet | SFP+ | SFP+ | 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 | N/A | 5W | 6W | 6W | N/A |
| Product Name | J9996A Ethernet Module | J9986A High-Speed Network Module | J9995A High-Speed Network Module | JL084A 10Gbps Ethernet Module | JL083A 10Gb Ethernet Module |
| Product Type | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Network Module | Network Card | Network Module |
| 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 / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP | TCP/IP | TCP/IP, iSCSI | TCP/IP, iSCSI | TCP/IP |
| Weight | N/A | 0.3 lbs | 0.25 lbs | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | 3.5 inches | 4.4 inches | N/A | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
B
Bilal Ashcroft
4
Low latency under sustained traffic.
M
Marcus Lindstrom
5
Ideal for core network expansion.
U
Usman Hawthorne
3
Reliable 40G performance.
D
Daniel Whitby
4
Met expectations in production.
Questions & Answers
What is the J9996A 2P 40GBE QSFP+ V3 ZL2 MOD PL=35 module?
The J9996A is a dual-port 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ optical transceiver module (V3 ZL2) with a 35 km single-mode range, designed for high-density data center and campus backbone deployments.
Which fiber type does the J9996A module support?
The J9996A supports single-mode fiber (SMF) with LC connectors, optimized for long-reach 40 GbE links up to 35 km.
What is the maximum reach of the J9996A QSFP+ module?
This module delivers up to 35 kilometers of link distance over single-mode fiber when operating at 40 Gigabit Ethernet.
How many ports are on the J9996A transceiver?
It features two independent QSFP+ ports, each capable of 40 GbE throughput, for aggregate 80 Gbps connectivity.