8-port 10-GbE SFP v2 Module HP Enterprise RP001235725

The 8-port 10-GbE SFP v2 Module from HP Enterprise is a hot-pluggable modular interface designed to expand switching and uplink capacity in enterprise and data center environments. It offers eight SFP ports that support 10 Gigabit Ethernet, enabling high-throughput fiber or direct-attach connectivity. The module installs in compatible HP Enterprise switches to increase port density and establish high-bandwidth links between switches, servers and storage systems.

Advantages

This SFP module supports hot swapping for minimal maintenance impact and straightforward installation without powering down the host switch. With eight independent 10-GbE SFP ports, it delivers high aggregate throughput and flexible physical layer options, including fiber and direct-attach copper transceivers. The compact modular format preserves chassis space while adding uplink capacity, and compatibility with HP Enterprise switching platforms ensures integrated management and diagnostics.

Suitable for

• Expanding uplink and aggregation ports in data center and campus switches
• Establishing high-bandwidth links between core and distribution switches
• Connecting servers and storage using 10-Gigabit fiber or direct-attach cables
• Environments requiring hot-pluggable modules for minimal downtime

Key specifications

• Eight SFP ports supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet per port
• Hot-pluggable modular form factor for compatible switch slots
• Supports both fiber SFP and direct-attach transceivers (dependent on transceiver selected)
• Designed for enterprise and data center switching environments
• Provides high aggregate throughput for uplinks and device interconnects

How to use

Power down is not required for installation; slide the module into a compatible switch slot until it seats and engages the retention mechanism, then secure any module latches as instructed by the switch manufacturer. Populate the module with the appropriate SFP transceivers or direct-attach cables for the chosen medium. Configure switch port parameters such as duplex, speed, VLAN membership and link aggregation through the switch management interface and verify link status and diagnostics after insertion.

Usage recommendations

Select transceivers that match the required reach and medium: multimode or single-mode fiber SFPs for optical links, or compatible direct-attach copper assemblies for short-reach connections. Confirm compatibility with the specific HP Enterprise switch model and firmware revision before deployment. Monitor port statistics and temperature via the switch management system to ensure stable operation and schedule transceiver and cable inspections as part of routine maintenance.