What is the switching capacity of this chassis?

The architecture features up to 76.8 Gbps crossbar switching fabric with wire-speed intra- and inter-module switching, delivering 48 Mpps throughput via ProCurve ASIC technology, ideal for high-performance access layer applications.

Does it support Layer 3 features?

Yes, as a Layer 2/Layer 3 Lite switch, it supports IEEE 802.1Q VLANs (4,094 IDs, 256 simultaneous), GARP VLAN Registration, IEEE 802.3ad LACP, RMON, XRMON, and basic IP routing with automatic routing to connected subnets.

What power options are included?

Includes 1 x J4839A ProCurve Switch gl/xl/vl Redundant Power Supply and 1 open power supply slot. Rated for 100-127/200-240 VAC, up to 630W maximum with fully loaded PoE and 100% traffic.

How is the switch managed?

Via HP ProCurve Manager Plus, HP ProCurve Manager, command-line interface, web browser, configuration menu, and out-of-band management through the DB-9 serial console port. Software features dual flash images for OS backup and friendly port names.

What are the physical dimensions?

Measures 15.3(d) x 17.4(w) x 5.25(h) inches (38.86 x 44.2 x 13.34 cm), 3U height, rack-mountable form factor with chassis design for modular expansion in standard 19-inch racks.

J8770A - HP J8770A 4204vl 4-Slot Layer 2/3 Lite Modular Switch

Name: HP J8770A 4204vl 4-Slot Layer 2/3 Lite Modular Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: J8770A
Price: 178 USD
Availability: InStock

J8770A - HP J8770A 4204vl 4-Slot Layer 2/3 Lite Modular Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HP ProCurve Switch 4204vl (J8770A) is a modular chassis switch from the ProCurve 4200vl Series, designed for enterprise access layer with Layer 2 and Layer 3 Lite capabilities. It features 4 open module slots and 1 RS-232C DB-9 console port, supporting up to 96 auto-sensing 10/100/1000 ports via modules. The architecture delivers up to 76.8 Gbps crossbar switching fabric with wire-speed intra- and inter-module switching, achieving 48 Mpps throughput using ProCurve ASIC technology. Scalable connectivity includes 10/100/1000 and 10-GbE uplinks. Power setup includes 1 J4839A redundant power supply and 1 open slot. Management options encompass HP ProCurve Manager Plus, CLI, web browser, and out-of-band serial console. Protocols supported: IEEE 802.3ad LACP, RMON, XRMON. Physical: 15.3 x 17.4 x 5.25 in., 3U rack-mountable. Ideal for flexible, high-performance LAN solutions with dual flash images and multiple config files.

76.8 Gbps wire-speed switching fabric, 48 Mpps throughput
4 hot-swappable module slots for up to 96 ports
Layer 2/L3 Lite with VLANs, LACP, basic IP routing
Redundant power supply + open slot for high availability
10/100/1000 + 10-GbE scalable connectivity
HP Manager, CLI, web, out-of-band console management

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	J8770A
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	4204vl
Product Line	ProCurve Switch 4200vl Series
Product Type	Modular Layer 2 and Layer 3 Lite Switch
Software Features	Dual flash images for OS backup; Multiple configuration files; Friendly port names
Supported Protocols	IEEE 802.3 Ethernet MIB; Repeater MIB; Ethernet Interface MIB; IEEE 802.3ad LACP; RMON; XRMON
Management Interface	HP ProCurve Manager Plus; HP ProCurve Manager; Command-line interface; Web browser; Configuration menu; Out-of-band management via DB-9 serial port console

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Best for

Access Layer
Provides scalable 10/100/1000 connectivity and 10-GbE uplinks for enterprise edge access, supporting up to 96 ports via 4 open module slots with wire-speed 76.8 Gbps switching fabric.
Enterprise Core
Layer 2/Layer 3 Lite features with 48 Mpps throughput and ProCurve ASIC enable high-performance intra-module switching for demanding LAN environments.
Modular Expansion
4 hot-swappable module slots allow flexible port combinations, including Gigabit Ethernet and PoE modules, with redundant power supply for reliability.
Data Center Aggregation
Supports IEEE 802.3ad LACP and basic IP routing for aggregating traffic with up to 76.8 Gbps fabric capacity and out-of-band management.

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Technology	Scalable 10/100/1000 connectivity; 10-GbE uplinks support
Architecture	Up to 76.8 Gbps crossbar switching fabric; Wire-speed intra- and inter-module switching; Up to 48 Mpps throughput; ProCurve ASIC technology
Switch fabric speed	38.4 Gbps

Power Consumption

Current	8.2 / 3.8 A
Voltage	100-127 / 200-240 VAC
Frequency	50 / 60 Hz
Max Wattage	630 W
Power Supplies	Includes 1 x J4839A ProCurve Switch gl/xl/vl Redundant Power Supply; 1 open power supply slot

Dimensions	15.3(d) x 17.4(w) x 5.25(h) in. (38.86 x 44.2 x 13.34 cm); 3U height
Form Factor	Chassis with open module slots

Operating temperature	32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Maximum heat dissipation	2152 BTU/hr (2270 kJ/hr)

Ports	4 open module slots; 1 RS-232C DB-9 console port
Module Slots	4 open module slots

HP J8770A 4204vl 4-Slot Layer 2/3 Lite Modular Switch