Switch HP Enterprise ProCurve E5406 zl J8697A-RFB 10 Gigabit Ethernet module for zl chassis, up to 48 ports

HP Enterprise ProCurve E5406 zl J8697A-RFB is a 10 Gigabit Ethernet module for installation in ProCurve zl chassis. The module provides high-speed connectivity intended for chassis-based deployments and supports up to 48 ports of 10Gb capacity when combined with compatible zl chassis. It is designed to deliver aggregation and uplink bandwidth for data center or campus network environments, enabling expansion of switching capacity and improved network throughput and redundancy.

Advantages

The E5406 zl module offers dense 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity in a single hot-swappable module compatible with ProCurve zl chassis. It consolidates uplink and aggregation ports to simplify cabling and centralize high-speed interfaces. The module's design supports modular expansion of existing chassis-based switches, allowing administrators to increase bandwidth without replacing the entire switch chassis.

Suitable for

• Aggregation of multiple access switches in a campus network
• High-speed uplinks between data center switches and core routers
• Consolidating server connections requiring 10Gb connectivity
• Expanding switching capacity within an HP ProCurve zl chassis

Key specifications

• Brand: HP Enterprise
• Model: ProCurve E5406 zl
• Manufacturer part number (MPN): J8697A-RFB
• EAN: 5711045818134
• Interface: 10 Gigabit Ethernet (module for zl chassis)
• Maximum ports: Up to 48 ports of 10Gb when used in supported chassis
• Form factor: Modular, hot-swappable for ProCurve zl chassis

How to use

Install the E5406 zl module into an available zl module slot in a compatible HP ProCurve chassis following the chassis installation and safety instructions. Ensure the chassis firmware and switch software versions support the E5406 zl module before insertion. After physical installation, connect appropriate 10Gb cables or transceivers to the module ports, configure VLANs, link aggregation, and routing or switching policies from the chassis management interface according to the network design.

Recommendations

Use this module for aggregation and uplink tasks within supported ProCurve zl chassis; verify compatibility with your chassis model and firmware level, and plan port assignment and cooling requirements to maintain optimal performance.