What are the physical dimensions and rack compatibility?

Dimensions are 38.39 inches height, 17.4 inches width, 29.13 inches depth, weighing 12.00 lbs. It is rack-mountable in 22U standard racks, ideal for data center deployments requiring dense, modular switching infrastructure.

Does it support Gigabit Ethernet and which layers?

Yes, it supports Gigabit Ethernet standards (10/100/1000Base-TX) at Layer 2. This enables efficient VLAN switching and traffic management in enterprise LANs, with full manageability via USB and console ports.

What management options are available?

The chassis includes USB ports and a console management port for direct configuration and monitoring. It is fully manageable, supporting enterprise-grade network administration in scalable 12500 Series deployments.

Is it compliant with environmental standards?

Yes, it complies with RoHS standards, ensuring safe material use for corporate procurement. This rack-mountable chassis fits 22U racks and supports external power supplies for reliable operation.

What power setup does it require?

Power is sourced via external power supply units (not included in chassis-only SKU JF431B). This allows for redundant power configurations in high-availability enterprise environments with 19-slot modularity.

JF431B - HP JF431B A12508 19-Slot Network Switch Chassis

Name: HP JF431B A12508 19-Slot Network Switch Chassis
Brand: HP
SKU: JF431B
Price: 1500 USD
Availability: InStock

JF431B - HP JF431B A12508 19-Slot Network Switch Chassis | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HP A12508 Switch Chassis (SKU: JF431B) from the 12500 Series is a high-capacity, enterprise-grade network switch chassis designed for scalable data center deployments. It features 19 expansion slots: 8 for I/O modules, 9 for switch fabric modules, and 2 for management modules, supporting Layer 2 operations with Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000Base-TX) standards. Rack-mountable in 22U spaces, it measures 38.39 x 17.4 x 29.13 inches and weighs 12.00 lbs. Management is facilitated via USB and console ports, with full manageability. Power is supplied via external power supply units. Compliant with RoHS standards, this chassis enables flexible port configurations up to high-density Gigabit Ethernet. Ideal for enterprise IT teams requiring modular expansion for growing network demands, ensuring reliable Layer 2 switching in rack environments without proprietary lock-in.

19 slots: 8 I/O + 9 fabric + 2 management modules
Rack-mountable 22U, 38.39 x 17.4 x 29.13 in, 12 lbs
Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet 10/100/1000Base-TX support
USB and console ports for easy management
RoHS compliant for regulatory environments
External power supply for redundancy

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	JF431B
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	A12508
Manageable	Yes
Product Line	12500 Series
Product Type	Network Switch Chassis
Compliance Standards	RoHS

Network & Communication

Supported Layer Standard
Ethernet Standard	Gigabit Ethernet; 10/100/1000Base-TX

Compatible systems

No specific compatibility lists found in sources

Best for

Data Center Core
Supports 19 expansion slots (8 I/O, 9 fabric, 2 management) for high-density Gigabit Ethernet deployments in 22U racks, enabling scalable Layer 2 switching for core infrastructure.
Enterprise LAN Backbone
Layer 2 manageable chassis with Gigabit Ethernet standards handles heavy traffic aggregation via modular slots and console/USB management ports.
Modular Network Expansion
Rack-mountable design with 38.39-inch height fits standard 22U racks, powered by external supplies for flexible growth in enterprise environments.
Compliance-Focused Deployments
RoHS-compliant construction ensures regulatory adherence in corporate networks requiring 19-slot chassis for reliable fabric and I/O expansion.

Depth	29.13 Inches
Width	17.4 Inches
Height	38.39 Inches
Weight	12.00 LBS
Form Factor	Rack-mountable
Supported Rack	22U

USB Ports	Yes
Console Management Port	Yes
Expansion Slots Details	8x Expansion Slot + 2x Management Module + 9x Switch Fabric Module Slot
Quantity of Expansion Slots	19

HP JF431B A12508 19-Slot Network Switch Chassis

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