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JH183A Overview
JH183A is a high-performance, rack-mount enterprise switch designed to optimize network operations with a robust architecture that supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionalities. It offers flexible power options including a redundant power supply and standard AC power, ensuring reliable uptime and stability in diverse environments.
Featuring 24–48 Ethernet ports with dedicated 10G uplink capabilities and 4 SFP ports for fiber connectivity, JH183A provides excellent scalability and stacking options. Its efficient design and managed interface make it a suitable choice for medium to large business networks, meeting the performance and connectivity demands of data centers, campus networks, and branch offices.
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JH183A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 60 W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- JH183A
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink expansion slots
- Flash Memory
- 32 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 256 Gbps
- Product Name
- JH183A Enterprise Managed Switch
- Height
- 1 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 12 inches
- Weight
- 8 lbs
JH183A Use Case
High-Density Spine-Leaf Data Center Fabric Aggregation
In a large-scale enterprise data center, the JH183A-5930 8PORT QSFP+ MODULE PL-NC links eight 40GbE QSFP+ ports between leaf and spine switches to deliver 320 Gbps of full-duplex bandwidth. This high-density solution reduces cabling by 50%, lowers per-port power by 25%, and ensures sub-microsecond latency for virtualization, AI training and East-West traffic optimization.
Low-Latency HPC Cluster Interconnect
For high-performance computing clusters in research labs, the JH183A-5930 provides eight parallel 40GbE links to interconnect compute nodes and shared storage, achieving 320 Gbps aggregate throughput and sub-1 µs port-to-port latency. The module’s PL-NC design simplifies rack deployments, accelerates MPI-based simulations and reduces interconnect bottlenecks by up to 40%.
Service Provider Edge Backbone Aggregation
At telecom edge POPs, the JH183A-5930 consolidates eight customer 40GbE circuits into a 320 Gbps core trunk, enabling scalable metro-E and 5G transport services. This enables 99.999% uptime, streamlines maintenance with hot-pluggable QSFP+ modules and cuts OPEX by 30% through port virtualization and dynamic traffic grooming.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| JH183A |  JH181A |  JH180A |  JH184A |  JH182A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12 inches | 12 inches | 17 inches | 12 inches | 12.0 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 32 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JH183A | JH181A | JH180A | JH184A | JH182A |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo | Combo | Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink expansion slots | Modular expansion slot for optional network modules | Modular port configuration available | 24 Ethernet ports, 4 SFP slots | 2 modular expansion slots available for network modules |
| Power Consumption | 60 W | 120 W | 120 W | 60 W | 65 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply with optional redundant module |
| Product Name | JH183A Enterprise Managed Switch | JH181A NextGen Switch | JH180A High-Performance Enterprise Switch | JH184A High-Performance Stackable Switch | JH182A High-Performance Managed Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 256 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 256 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G / 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 8 lbs | 12 lbs | 15 lbs | 8 lbs | 10 lbs |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
N
Noman Ashraf
4
Consistent performance in aggregation layer.
B
Bjorn Eriksen
5
Easy to deploy.
A
Awais Raza
4
Good stability under load.
S
Stephen Grant
5
Solid expansion option.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE JH183A (5930) 8-port QSFP+ Module PL-NC?
The HPE JH183A is an 8-port QSFP+ transceiver module designed for HPE Aruba 5930 switches, delivering high-density 40 GbE connectivity in a compact, hot-pluggable form factor.
Which HPE switches are compatible with the JH183A QSFP+ module?
The JH183A module is fully compatible with HPE Aruba 5930 24G and 48G switches; refer to your switch’s hardware guide for firmware version requirements.
What line rate and throughput does the JH183A support?
Each QSFP+ port supports 40 Gbps full-duplex, providing aggregate throughput of up to 320 Gbps across all eight ports.
How many QSFP+ ports does the JH183A offer?
The module provides eight QSFP+ ports, enabling up to eight 40 GbE or thirty-two 10 GbE break-out links per module.
Can I use the JH183A module with QSFP+ DAC or AOC cables?
Yes, the JH183A supports HPE QSFP+ direct attach copper (DAC) and active optical cables (AOC) for short-reach connections up to 7 m.
Does the module support 4×10 GbE break-out functionality?
Yes, each QSFP+ port can be split into four separate 10 GbE channels using HPE QSFP+-to-SFP+ break-out cables.
What fiber optic transceivers are supported by JH183A?
For long-reach links, JH183A supports HPE-qualified QSFP+ LR4 and ER4 optical transceivers over single-mode fiber up to 10 km/40 km respectively.
Is the JH183A hot‐swappable?
Yes, the QSFP+ module is hot-swappable, allowing insertion or removal without powering down the switch for uninterrupted network operation.
How do I install and activate the JH183A on my switch?
Power off the switch or enable hot-swap mode, insert the module into the QSFP+ slot until it clicks, then verify link status via the switch CLI or GUI.
What is the operating temperature range for the JH183A?
The module is rated for an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 55 °C, meeting HPE environmental and reliability standards.
What is the power consumption of the 8-port QSFP+ module?
Under typical load, the JH183A consumes up to 12 W in full-port operation; power usage varies with cable type and link speed.
Which layer-2 and layer-3 protocols does the module support?
The module transparently supports all switch-level protocols, including VLAN, MLAG, OSPF, BGP, MPLS and EVPN, with no additional licensing.
What warranty covers the HPE JH183A QSFP+ module?
HPE provides a limited lifetime warranty for the module when installed in a qualifying HPE switch, including hardware replacement and support.
How can I order a replacement or spare JH183A module?
Contact your authorized HPE reseller or the HPE Parts Store quoting SKU JH183A; spare ordering codes are available in the HPE Spare Parts Reference Guide.
Are there firmware or software prerequisites for using the JH183A?
Ensure your Aruba 5930 switch runs OS-CX version 10.04 or later to guarantee full compatibility and performance optimizations.
What use cases are ideal for the JH183A 8-port QSFP+ module?
The module is ideal for data center spine-leaf architectures, high-performance computing cluster uplinks, and aggregation in campus core deployments.