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JH231A Overview
JH231A is a high-performance SFP+ transceiver module engineered for 10G Ethernet connectivity that features an LC duplex connector for reliable optical interfacing. Designed for short-range transmission over multi-mode fiber, it supports both Ethernet and Fibre Channel protocols, making it ideal for data centers, enterprise networks, and telecom applications.
JH231A offers a compact SFP+ form factor with precise physical dimensions optimized for tight spaces in modern networking environments. Its robust design and standardized specifications ensure seamless integration and high-speed performance in mission-critical applications, providing network operators with a dependable solution for high-bandwidth connectivity.
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JH231A Specifications
- Product Type
- Transceiver
- Form Factor
- SFP+
- Data Rate
- 10G
- Connector Type
- LC
- Wavelength
- 850 nm
- Transmission Distance
- Short-Range
- Fiber Type
- Multi-mode
- Max Distance
- 300 meters
- Supported Protocols
- Ethernet, Fibre Channel
- Network Interface
- Fiber
- Power Consumption
- 3.2W
- Operating Temperature
- 0 to 70°C
- Storage Temperature
- -40 to 85°C
- Input Voltage
- 3.3V
- Compatibility
- Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, Arista
- Product Name
- JH231A 10G SFP+ Transceiver
- Height
- 0.22 inches
- Width
- 0.76 inches
- Depth
- 1.08 inches
- Weight
- 0.05 lbs
JH231A Use Case
Hyperscale Data Center Spine-Leaf Interconnect with HPE JH231A X142 40G QSFP+ MPO SR4
In a hyperscale data center environment, the HPE JH231A-HPE X142 40G QSFP+ MPO SR4 Transceiver PL-I6 delivers 40 Gbps multimode fiber links between leaf and spine switches over distances up to 100 m (OM3) or 150 m (OM4). Its high-density QSFP+ form factor and MPO connectivity reduce cabling complexity, optimize rack space, and scale bandwidth to support virtualization, cloud workloads, and real-time analytics with low latency and industry-leading reliability.
High-Performance Computing (HPC) Cluster Fabric Acceleration
For HPC clusters demanding ultra-low latency and high throughput, the HPE X142 40G QSFP+ MPO SR4 Transceiver PL-I6 establishes 40 Gbps optical interconnects between compute nodes over MPO ribbon fiber. Its precise laser alignment and low power consumption accelerate data exchange in simulations, AI training, and big-data processing, boosting cluster efficiency, reducing job completion times, and enhancing overall scientific output.
Enterprise Campus Backbone Aggregation with 40G MPO SR4
Enterprise networks leverage the JH231A-HPE X142 40G QSFP+ MPO SR4 Transceiver to aggregate core routers and distribution switches over multimode fiber, providing a 40 Gbps backbone for VoIP, video conferencing, and mission-critical applications. MPO connectivity simplifies fiber management and patch-panel density, ensuring resilient high-bandwidth transport, improved network uptime, and a superior end-user experience.
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Product Comparison Table 
| JH231A |  JL563A |  JL308 |  JH232A |  J9150D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, Arista | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista |
| Connector Type | LC | LC | LC | LC | LC |
| Data Rate | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 40G |
| Depth | 1.08 inches | 1.5 inches | 0.75 inches | 0.50 inches | 1.0 inches |
| Fiber Type | Multi-mode | Multi-mode | Multi-mode | Multi-mode | Multi-mode |
| Form Factor | SFP+ | SFP | SFP+ | SFP+ | QSFP+ |
| Height | 0.22 inches | 0.8 inches | 0.125 inches | 0.25 inches | 0.8 inches |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Max Distance | 300 meters | 300 meters | 300 meters | 300 meters | 100 meters |
| Network Interface | Fiber | Fiber | Fiber | Fiber | 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 | 3.2W | 1.5 W | 1.5W | 1.5W | 3.5W |
| Product Name | JH231A 10G SFP+ Transceiver | JL563A 10G SFP Transceiver | JL308 10GBASE-SR SFP+ Transceiver | JH232A 10G SFP+ Transceiver | J9150D 40G QSFP+ Transceiver |
| Product Type | Transceiver | Transceiver | Transceiver | Transceiver | Transceiver |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Supported Protocols | Ethernet, Fibre Channel | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Transmission Distance | Short-Range | Short-Range | Short-Range | Short-Range | Short-Range |
| Wavelength | 850 nm | 850 nm | 850 nm | 850 nm | 850 nm |
| Weight | 0.05 lbs | 0.05 lbs | 0.05 lbs | 0.15 lbs | 0.15 lbs |
| Width | 0.76 inches | 1.2 inches | 0.5 inches | 0.87 inches | 0.65 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Imran Hawley
4
Reliable short-distance 40G links.
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Soren Nilsson
5
Consistent throughput.
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Bilal Northwood
4
Easy deployment.
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Daniel Hughes
4
Solid campus transceiver.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE X142 40G QSFP+ MPO SR4 Transceiver PL-I6 (SKU JH231A)?
The HPE X142 40G QSFP+ MPO SR4 Transceiver PL-I6 (JH231A) is a hot-pluggable 40 Gbps optical module designed for short-range multimode fiber connectivity.
Which HPE devices are compatible with the HPE X142 40G QSFP+ MPO SR4 Transceiver PL-I6?
This transceiver is fully supported on HPE FlexFabric, Flex-10/20, Virtual Connect modules, ProLiant servers and HPE 12500, 10500, 5900, 5820, 6120 and 5130 series switches.
What type of fiber cable does the HPE X142 40G QSFP+ MPO SR4 Transceiver require?
It requires OM3 or OM4 multimode fiber terminated with a 12-fiber MPO connector to achieve optimal performance.
What is the maximum link distance supported by the HPE X142 40G QSFP+ MPO SR4 Transceiver?
The transceiver supports up to 100 m on OM3 and up to 150 m on OM4 multimode fiber.