HPE J9993A#ABA 8‑Port 10GBase‑X SFP+ MACsec v3 zl2 Module – 8‑Port 1G/10GbE SFP+ zl2 Expansion Module

Description

The HPE J9993A is an enterprise‑grade expansion module designed to add high‑speed uplink capability to compatible HPE/Aruba zl2 modular switches. It provides eight dual‑speed 1G/10GbE‑capable SFP+ ports, enabling flexible fiber connectivity for demanding networking environments. Compatible with the HPE Aruba 5400R zl2 Switch Series, the module supports industry‑standard Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet protocols, making it suitable for aggregation, core switching, and uplink expansion.

This expansion card integrates seamlessly into supported switch chassis, offering scalable port density without increasing rack footprint. Each port supports full optical connectivity with SFP+ transceivers and can be used for both short‑ and long‑reach fiber links depending on the optics chosen. Additionally, the J9993A module supports MACsec v3 security, helping protect data flows on fiber links with authenticated encryption for enhanced network security.

With 3‑Year FortiCare support, including proactive monitoring and rapid replacement coverage, this module helps ensure reliable network performance in enterprise and data center deployments.

Key Features:

• Eight dual‑speed 1G/10GbE SFP+ ports for flexible fiber connectivity
• Compatible with HPE/Aruba 5400R zl2 Switch Series
• Supports MACsec v3 for secure encrypted links
• Standard Ethernet protocols (1GbE and 10GbE) supported
• Hot‑plug module for simple installation and upgrade
• Compact module saves chassis slots for other expansions
• 3‑Year FortiCare support for proactive service and rapid replacement