The HP JH018A-AC3 (HP JH018A#AC3 OfficeConnect 1420 24G 2SFP+ 24-Port 24 x 10/100/1000 + 2 x 1 Gigabit / 10 Gigabit SFP+ Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged 1U Rack-mountable Network Switch) is a Networking Devices component engineered for sustained enterprise-class workloads. Manufactured to OEM specifications and tested for compatibility with HP / HPE ProLiant DL360, DL380, ML350 and BL series platforms, this part addresses common procurement scenarios where exact-match replacement, capacity expansion, or new-build deployment is required. Technical specifications include ports of 24, network speed of 1 GbE. Common deployment scenarios include data-center ToR (top-of-rack) switching, server-to-storage NAS/SAN connectivity, 10/25/40/100 GbE backbone aggregation, and edge router replacement in branch-office deployments. Pro Disk Network maintains the JH018A-AC3 in our enterprise inventory and verifies each unit against manufacturer datasheet specifications prior to listing. New stock ships factory-sealed where available; refurbished units are tested under load before dispatch and ship with a 30-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty. Net 30 terms are available for qualified business accounts. Same-day dispatch on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET; free standard ground shipping on US orders over $150.
The JH018A-AC3 is a HP networking devices component with ports 24, network speed 1 GbE. Pro Disk Network sells the JH018A-AC3 for $533.08 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day free return guarantee.
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Quick Answer: Is the JH018A-AC3 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every JH018A-AC3 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 JH018A-AC3 ship?
JH018A-AC3 orders placed before 2 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 JH018A-AC3 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.
New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier
Pro Disk Network offers the JH018A-AC3 across three procurement tiers. Each tier is fully functional and warranted; the choice comes down to budget, warranty length, and whether the deployment is production-critical or capacity-expansion.
Tier
Discount vs OEM List
Warranty
Best For
New (Sealed OEM)
25–40%
HP manufacturer warranty (1–5 yr)
Production-critical first-tier
New (Bulk OEM)
50–65%
3-year Pro Disk Network warranty
New cluster builds, secondary tier
Refurbished
75–85%
12-month advance replacement
Capacity expansion, lab, dev/test, EOL refresh
Bulk & Volume Pricing for JH018A-AC3
Ships from our Orlando, FL warehouse — same-day US dispatch on orders placed before 2pm ET. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government and education.
Volume discounts on the JH018A-AC3 are automatic at checkout. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government, and education. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com for orders above 100 units.
Quantity
Discount
Unit Price
1
0%
$533.08
5+
4%
$511.76
10+
8%
$490.43
25+
13%
$463.78
50+
18%
$437.13
100+
23%
$410.47
What is the JH018A-AC3?
The JH018A-AC3 is a HP enterprise networking device with ports 24 and network speed 1 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.
Cisco/Aruba/Juniper-compatible transceivers tested in our lab
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 JH018A-AC3
Is the JH018A-AC3 a genuine HP part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every JH018A-AC3 as factory-original HP inventory verified against the manufacturer parts registry before listing. 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 12 months.
Is the JH018A-AC3 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every JH018A-AC3 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 JH018A-AC3 ship?
JH018A-AC3 orders placed before 2 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 JH018A-AC3?
New JH018A-AC3 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 (12 months refurbished, 36 months new bulk). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the JH018A-AC3?
Yes. Pro Disk Network offers automatic volume discounts at 10, 25, 50, and 100+ unit tiers. Net 30 terms are available for verified businesses, government, and education buyers. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Other parts that share the JH018A series prefix — useful when sourcing matched lots, hot-spare pools, or capacity-tier expansions.
JH018A — JH018A - HP OfficeConnect 1420-24G 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 2 x SFP+ Layer-2 Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch — $712.64
JH018A-ABB — HP JH018A#ABB OfficeConnect 1420 24G 2SFP+ 24-Port 24 x 10/100/1000 + 2 x 1 Gigabit / 10 Gigabit SFP+ Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged 1U Rack-mountable Network Switch — $712.64
JH018A-ACC — HP JH018A#ACC OfficeConnect 1420-24G 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 2 x SFP+ Layer-2 Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch — $712.64
JH018AR — JH018AR - HP OfficeConnect 1420-24G 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 2 x SFP+ Layer-2 Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch — $712.64
Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Networking Devices
Optic Coding, Vendor Lock-In, and Multi-Vendor Compatibility
For Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS switches, the JH018A-AC3 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.