Sourced for enterprise IT teams, the HP J8694-61001 (J8694-61001 - HP ProCurve Switch yl 2 x Ports 10GBase-CX4 + 2 x XFP 10 Gigabit Expansion Module) is a Switch Modules component appropriate for new-build, expansion, or warranty-replacement procurement. Technical specifications include network speed of 10 GbE. Appropriate for enterprise core-aggregation tier, hyperscale leaf-spine fabric expansion, EVE-NG / GNS3 lab environments at scale, and matched-pair high-availability switching deployments. Pro Disk Network sources the J8694-61001 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 J8694-61001 is a HP switch modules component with network speed 10 GbE. Pro Disk Network sells the J8694-61001 for $148.00 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
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Quick Answer: Is the J8694-61001 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every J8694-61001 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 J8694-61001 ship?
If in stock, the J8694-61001 ships same business day on US orders placed before 3 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
The J8694-61001 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.
Spine-Leaf Fabric — Top-of-rack 25G/100G aggregation between leaf and spine switches. Match speed and form factor across both endpoints.
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.
What is the J8694-61001?
The J8694-61001 is a HP enterprise networking device with network speed 10 GbE, 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 J8694-61001
Pros
Same-day US shipping cuts deployment downtime
Cons
Refurbished switches may show minor rack-rail wear
Power supplies sold separately on certain SKUs
Long-haul ZR4/CFP4 modules subject to export-control screening
Frequently Asked Questions about J8694-61001
Is the J8694-61001 a genuine HP part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every J8694-61001 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 J8694-61001 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every J8694-61001 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 J8694-61001 ship?
If in stock, the J8694-61001 ships same business day on US orders placed before 3 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
What is the warranty on the J8694-61001?
New J8694-61001 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 J8694-61001?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Other parts that share the J8694 series prefix — useful when sourcing matched lots, hot-spare pools, or capacity-tier expansions.
J8694-69001 — J8694-69001 - HP ProCurve Switch yl 2 x Ports 10GBase-CX4 + 2 x XFP 10 Gigabit Expansion Module — $148.00
Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Switch Modules
Optic Coding, Vendor Lock-In, and Multi-Vendor Compatibility
Networking optics — SFP, SFP+, QSFP+, QSFP28 — are physically interoperable across vendors but logically restricted by firmware coding. The J8694-61001 is coded for a specific vendor family at our factory step before shipping, which preserves the OEM warranty workflow and allows the optic to be recognised without ‘service unsupported-transceiver’ CLI overrides. Mixing third-party optics with same-vendor optics in the same chassis is safe; mixing across vendor codings sometimes triggers warnings in the switch log.
Bandwidth Sizing for Spine-Leaf, EVPN-VXLAN, and Hyperconverged Storage
For EVPN-VXLAN overlays, the J8694-61001 carries the underlay tunnels in addition to the workload traffic. Plan for VXLAN encapsulation overhead (50 bytes) plus MTU headroom; set the underlay MTU to 9216 (jumbo frames) and the overlay MTU to 9000. Make sure both the J8694-61001 and the connected NICs support jumbo frames — some older NICs cap at 9000-byte payloads even when jumbo-enabled.