HP part number J4853-61101 identifies the J4853-61101 - HP ProCurve 100Mb/s 100Base-FX Multi-Mode Fiber 2km 1300nm SC Connector Fast Ethernet Transceiver Module, an enterprise-grade Transceiver unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. Technical specifications include capacity of 100 MB, wavelength of 1300 nm, range of 2 km. Typical use cases include enterprise LAN core-distribution-access architecture, hyperconverged cluster east-west traffic, SAN fabric uplinks, and replacement of EOL/EOSL networking infrastructure under existing OEM warranty contracts. Pro Disk Network sources the J4853-61101 through reputable distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The J4853-61101 is a HP transceiver component with capacity 100 MB, wavelength 1300 nm, range 2 km. Pro Disk Network sells the J4853-61101 for $347.09 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
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Quick Answer: Is the J4853-61101 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every J4853-61101 against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the J4853-61101 ship?
J4853-61101 orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
The J4853-61101 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Server Uplink — 10G/25G server-to-leaf uplink — pair with matching DAC or AOC at the host NIC to avoid optic mismatch.
DCI (Data Center Interconnect) — Inter-DC routing or aggregation. LR4/LR8 transceivers for 10–80 km, ER4 for 40 km, ZR4 for coherent long-haul.
Campus Distribution — Catalyst-class campus distribution between IDF and MDF closets. PoE+ where wireless APs and IP phones share infrastructure.
Branch / Edge — Smaller form-factor switches and routers for branch sites. SD-WAN-compatible or static-VPN-attached as the architecture dictates.
What is the J4853-61101?
The J4853-61101 is a HP network interface module with capacity 100 MB and wavelength 1300 nm, manufactured by HP. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of J4853-61101
Pros
Matched-pair option for redundant link orders
Cabling and DAC/AOC labels clearly mark optic class
Cons
DAC cables capped at 7 m — use AOC or fibre for longer runs
SR optic vs LR optic confusion — verify before ordering
Refurbished tier optic does not include retail vendor packaging
Frequently Asked Questions about J4853-61101
Is the J4853-61101 a genuine HP part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every J4853-61101 as factory-original HP inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned HP servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Is the J4853-61101 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every J4853-61101 against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the J4853-61101 ship?
J4853-61101 orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the J4853-61101?
New J4853-61101 units carry the full HP manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the J4853-61101?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Other parts that share the J4853 series prefix — useful when sourcing matched lots, hot-spare pools, or capacity-tier expansions.
J4853-60001 — J4853-60001 - HP ProCurve 100Mb/s 100Base-FX Multi-Mode Fiber 2km 1300nm SC Connector Fast Ethernet Transceiver Module — $326.00
J4853-61001 — J4853-61001 - HP ProCurve 100Mb/s 100Base-FX Multi-Mode Fiber 2km 1300nm SC Connector Fast Ethernet Transceiver Module — $347.09
J4853-61201 — J4853-61201 - HP ProCurve 100Mb/s 100Base-FX Multi-Mode Fiber 2km 1300nm SC Connector Fast Ethernet Transceiver Module — $105.17
J4853-69001 — J4853-69001 - HP ProCurve 100Mb/s 100Base-FX Multi-Mode Fiber 2km 1300nm SC Connector Fast Ethernet Transceiver Module — $347.09
J4853-80001 — J4853-80001 - HP ProCurve 100Mb/s 100Base-FX Multi-Mode Fiber 2km 1300nm SC Connector Fast Ethernet Transceiver Module — $485.57
J4853A — J4853A - HP ProCurve 100Mb/s 100Base-FX Multi-Mode Fiber 2km 1300nm SC Connector Fast Ethernet Transceiver Module — $122.04
J4853A-ABA — HP J4853A#ABA ProCurve 100Mb/s 100Base-FX Multi-Mode Fiber 2km 1300nm SC Connector Fast Ethernet Transceiver Module — $127.34
J4853AR — J4853AR - HP ProCurve 100Mb/s 100Base-FX Multi-Mode Fiber 2km 1300nm SC Connector Fast Ethernet Transceiver Module — $347.09
J4853B — J4853B - HP ProCurve 100Mb/s 100Base-FX Multi-Mode Fiber 2km 1300nm SC Connector Fast Ethernet Transceiver Module — $85.42
Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Transceiver
Optic Coding, Vendor Lock-In, and Multi-Vendor Compatibility
For Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS switches, the J4853-61101 works out-of-box if coded for Cisco; for Aruba ArubaOS-CX, code for HPE/Aruba; for Juniper Junos, code for Juniper. Pro Disk Network confirms the target vendor coding at order time and applies it before shipping. Misordered coding can be flashed in the field but the lead time is longer than ordering correctly the first time.
Bandwidth Sizing for Spine-Leaf, EVPN-VXLAN, and Hyperconverged Storage
Document optic types and bandwidth in your network drawings: SR-SR for intra-rack, LR-LR for inter-rack and DCI, ZR4 for long-haul coherent. Mismatched optic-distance ratings is the most common cause of intermittent link errors that look like cable problems but aren't.