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HPE JG496A 10500 Type A Main Processing Unit switch module

SKU CH-6YJY-Y0R84

Main processing module for HP 10500 switches, running Comware v7, measuring 8.3" high, 20.7" wide, 21.3" deep and weighing 6.70 lb

  • Main processing unit powers HP 10500 switch series
  • Comware v7 operating system manages data networking tasks
  • 3 inch height fits standard rack dimensions
  • 7 inch width aligns with chassis slot requirements
  • 70 lb weight supports dense deployment configurations

HPE JG496A Main Processing Unit

The HPE JG496A is a Type A Main Processing Unit built for the HP 10500 Switch Series. It ships with Comware v7 Operating System installed and functions as the control module for data networking chassis. Network engineers upgrading core infrastructure use this module to replace a failed or end-of-life processor in an existing 10500 frame.

Check chassis slot and Comware version

Verify that the target chassis is an HP 10500 Switch Series model with an available management slot for a Type A module. Confirm the running Comware release supports the JG496A part number before installation. The module measures 8.3 inches high by 20.7 inches wide by 21.3 inches deep and weighs approximately 6.70 lb, so ensure the rack space and weight budget accommodate those dimensions.

Replaces earlier 10500 control modules

This unit replaces previous-generation main processing units in the HP 10500 line when a faster control plane or Comware v7 features are required. The upgrade is worth it when the current module limits routing table size, software feature set, or high-availability redundancy. Buyers needing a different form factor or a module for a non-10500 chassis should select another part.

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Price $590.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 1,517 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameHPE

Questions about this item

What ships with the JG496A module and what must I source separately?

The module itself is supplied; the Comware v7 operating system is pre-installed. You must provide a compatible HP 10500 switch chassis, power supplies and any required line cards.

Which version of the 10500 main processing unit should I select for my chassis?

The JG496A is the Type A main processing unit for the HP 10500 switch series; choose this part when your chassis requires the Type A MPU.

How do the physical dimensions of the JG496A affect installation in a 10500 chassis?

At 8.3" high, 20.7" wide and 21.3" deep, the module fits the standard MPU slot in a 10500 chassis and weighs approximately 6.70 lb for rack-planning purposes.

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