
HPE X142 40G QSFP+ MPO eSR4 300M XCVR
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HPE X142 40G QSFP+ MPO eSR4 300M XCVR.
Device Type: QSFP+ transceiver module. Form Factor: Plug-in module. Connectivity Technology: Wired. Cabling Type: 40GBase-ESR4. Data Link Protocol: 40GbE. Data Transfer Rate: 40 Gbps. Max Transfer Distance: 300 m. Interfaces: 1 x Ethernet 40GBase-ESR4 - MPO female.
Specifications
Highlights
- 40 Gbps data transfer rate with 40GbE protocol
- 40GBase-ESR4 cabling type supporting up to 300 m reach
- 1 x MPO female optical interface
- Hot-pluggable QSFP+ module form factor
- Compatible with select HPE Aruba and Aruba CX switches
Networking
- Connectivity Technology
- Wired
- Cabling Type
- 40GBase-ESR4
- Data Link Protocol
- 40GbE
- Data Transfer Rate
- 40 Gbps
- Max Transfer Distance
- 300 m
General
- Device Type
- QSFP+ transceiver module
- Form Factor
- Plug-in module
Compatibility Information
- Designed For
- HPE Aruba 2930M 24 Smart Rate POE+ 1-Slot, 8325-32C, 8325-48Y8C
- Designed For
- HPE Aruba CX 10000 Empty Chassis, 8360-12C V2, 8360-16Y2C V2
Dimensions & Weight
- Width
- 8.89 cm
- Depth
- 16.76 cm
- Height
- 2.29 cm
- Weight
- 90 g
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces
- 1 x Ethernet 40GBase-ESR4 - MPO female
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The HPE X142 is a 40GbE QSFP+ plug-in optical transceiver module engineered for high-speed network connectivity. Designed for compatible HPE Aruba switches and chassis, it provides 40 Gbps data transfer over 40GBase-ESR4 cabling with an MPO female interface, supporting link distances up to 300 metres in enterprise and data centre network environments.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HPE X142 transceiver used for?
- The HPE X142 is used to establish 40 Gigabit Ethernet connections over optical fibre across distances of up to 300 metres. It connects compatible enterprise switches using an MPO female connector with 40GBase-ESR4 cabling.
Which switches are compatible with this module?
- This transceiver is designed for select HPE networking hardware, including the HPE Aruba 2930M, 8325-32C, 8325-48Y8C, Aruba CX 10000 Chassis, and 8360 series switches. Consult your device documentation for specific port support.
Does this transceiver come with a warranty in South Africa?
- Yes, units purchased through Server Hub include a local South African warranty. You can review full warranty details and current pricing in rand directly on this page.