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HP JD195A 384Gbps Advance Fabric Module

Deliver 384Gbps of switching capacity to your HP A-Series chassis with this advanced plug-in fabric module.

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Overview

The HP JD195A 384Gbps Advanced Fabric Module is a plug-in expansion module engineered to increase the internal switching fabric capacity of compatible HP A-Series chassis switches. By adding this module, network administrators can support higher aggregate throughput across line cards, making it well-suited for enterprise campus cores, data center aggregation layers, and other environments where consistent, high-bandwidth internal switching is critical.

Designed for straightforward deployment, the JD195A supports hot-swap installation so it can be added to or removed from a running chassis without service interruption. It draws power directly from the chassis backplane and is managed through the switch's existing operating system, requiring no separate licensing or configuration tools. For organizations running HP A-Series infrastructure, this module provides a practical path to scaling network capacity without a full chassis replacement.

Specifications

Brand
HP
Model
JD195A
Module Type
Advanced Fabric Module (Plug-in)
Switching Capacity
384Gbps
Form Factor
Plug-in Module
Installation
Hot-swappable

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • 384Gbps switching capacity supports demanding enterprise and data center workloads
  • Hot-swappable plug-in design allows installation without chassis downtime
  • No additional software licensing required to operate
  • Integrates natively with HP A-Series chassis management and monitoring

👎 Cons

  • Only compatible with specific HP A-Series chassis models, limiting deployment flexibility
  • Older module generation may not meet the bandwidth demands of newer 40GbE or 100GbE infrastructure
  • Replacement and support availability may be limited as HP transitions to newer product lines
  • High power draw compared to lower-capacity fabric modules

Frequently Asked Questions

The JD195A is designed for use with HP A-Series switch chassis, including the A12500 series. Check HP's compatibility matrix for your specific chassis model.
The JD195A delivers up to 384Gbps of switching fabric capacity, supporting high-throughput data center and enterprise network environments.
Yes, the JD195A is a plug-in module designed for hot-swap installation, allowing you to add or replace it without taking the chassis offline.
No additional software licensing is required. The module operates using the chassis's existing firmware, though HP recommends running the latest firmware version for full feature support.

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