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HPE JL286A 40G QSFP+ transceiver module with LC connectors, matte metal finish

HPE

HPE JL286A X140 40G QSFP+ LC LR4L 2km SM Transceiver

SKU CH-Q3K4-GW301 MPN JL286A

A 40 Gbps QSFP+ transceiver with LC connectors for single-mode fibre links up to 2 km

  • 40 Gbps throughput for high-density links
  • QSFP+ form factor fits standard switch ports
  • LC duplex connector simplifies single-mode fibre patching
  • LR4L optics reach 2 km over single-mode fibre
  • HPE JL286A module validated for HPE networking gear

40G QSFP+ LR4L Transceiver

The HPE JL286A X140 module provides a single 40G Ethernet port using a QSFP+ form factor. It connects via dual LC connectors over single-mode fibre for distances up to 2 kilometres. This part is built for enterprise switches that require long-reach 40G uplinks.

Suits 40G long-reach links; not for short-reach

Network teams extending 40G connections between buildings or across a campus will find the 2 km reach appropriate. Buyers needing only short-range links inside a rack or row should choose an SR4 or LR4 module instead. The LC interface also means it will not plug directly into MPO-based patch panels.

Dual LC single-mode interface

The transceiver uses a dual LC optical interface compatible with standard single-mode fibre cabling. This connector choice determines the patch cords and panel adapters required for installation. Verify that the host switch port accepts QSFP+ LR4L optics before ordering.

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Price $4,384.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 1,517 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHPE
Size & build
Shipping weight0.41 kg
Package size180 × 60 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the JL286A QSFP+ transceiver in my switch, and what step is commonly missed?

Insert the module firmly until the latch clicks; the step often missed is removing the dust caps from both the transceiver and the patch cable before connecting them.

What maintenance or replacement will the JL286A need over time?

The LC connectors and fibre end-faces require periodic cleaning with a lint-free swab and isopropyl alcohol; no other field-replaceable parts exist inside the transceiver.

What limit appears first when the JL286A runs at full 40G load continuously?

The 2 km reach on single-mode fibre is the first bound; signal loss beyond that distance will degrade the link before any thermal throttle engages.

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