How many network ports are available on the JF280A module?

The JF280A is described as a 1-Port 100Mb/s SFP SIC Router Module, so it offers one network port. This single-port design is suitable for situations where you need to add only one additional 100Mb/s interface to a routing platform, such as a dedicated uplink, access connection, or specific service circuit.

What type of physical interface does the HPE JF280A use?

The module is defined as a 1-Port 100Mb/s SFP SIC Router Module, indicating that its physical interface is SFP-based. The port is designed to accept an SFP transceiver, so the exact media type and connector depend on the SFP selected. The module itself provides the SFP-capable slot at 100Mb/s speed.

How is the JF280A categorized for deployment planning?

The JF280A sits in the Expansion Module category as a Router Interface Module and is further described as a 1-Port 100Mb/s SFP SIC Module. This categorization indicates it is intended to expand router interface capabilities with a single 100Mb/s SFP-based port, making it easier to match with the correct router slots and use cases.

Is the JF280A suitable for standardized SFP-based networks?

Yes, the JF280A is specified as a 1-Port 100Mb/s SFP SIC Router Module, meaning its connectivity is based on an SFP interface. In environments that standardize on SFP modules, this design allows consistent use of SFP transceivers across platforms while delivering a dedicated 100Mb/s port where only a single interface is needed.

JF280A - HPE JF280A 1-Port 100Mb/s SFP SIC router module

Name: HPE JF280A 1-Port 100Mb/s SFP SIC router module
Brand: HPE
SKU: JF280A
Price: 185 USD
Availability: InStock

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Product overview

The HPE JF280A 1-Port 100Mb/s SFP SIC Router Module is designed to add a single 100Mb/s SFP-based interface to compatible routing platforms. As a 1-port 100Mb/s SFP SIC module, it provides a dedicated slot for an SFP transceiver, enabling fiber or copper connectivity options depending on the installed SFP. This module is categorized as a router interface module, making it suitable for environments that need straightforward 100Mb/s uplink or access connections within existing HPE routing solutions. Its single-port design helps simplify port allocation when only one 100Mb/s SFP interface is required. By leveraging the Small Interface Card form factor with SFP support, the JF280A allows network architects to standardize on SFP-based connectivity at 100Mb/s speeds while maintaining flexibility in media type selection at the transceiver level.

Single 100Mb/s network interface for targeted links
SFP-based design for flexible media selection
SIC router module for compatible routing slots
HPE branded module for consistent platform alignment
Router interface category for structured expansion
1-port layout simplifies bandwidth planning

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Manufacturer part #	JF280A
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
Model	JF280A
Technology	SFP SIC module
Duplex Mode	Full duplex
Form Factor	Smart Interface Card (SIC) module
Module Type	Single-port SFP 100 Mbps Smart Interface Card
Intended Use	For HPE FlexNetwork MSR1000 Router series
Product Line	HP Networking
Product Type	Router interface module

Best for

Branch routing
Suitable where a single 100Mb/s SFP interface is needed for branch routers, using the 1-port 100Mb/s SFP SIC module design.
Edge connectivity
Useful at the network edge when one 100Mb/s SFP-based uplink is required through a dedicated 1-port SFP SIC router module.
Managed networks
Appropriate for managed environments standardizing on SFP-based 100Mb/s links using a dedicated 1-port SFP SIC router module.
Incremental port expansion
Helps add a single 100Mb/s SFP interface to routing platforms that support SIC router modules, avoiding unnecessary additional ports.
Media-flexible connections
Enables SFP-based 100Mb/s connectivity, allowing media choice at the SFP level while the module provides the 1-port SFP SIC interface.

Data Transfer Rate	100 Mb/s
Supported Media Type	100M SFP fiber (requires appropriate 100M SFP transceiver)

Ports	1 port
Port Type	SFP
Interface Type	SIC

HPE JF280A 1-Port 100Mb/s SFP SIC router module

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