HPE Aruba Networking 1G SFP 100M Transceiver Module — J8177E

The HPE J8177E is the Aruba Networking 1G SFP 100M transceiver module, delivering 1000BASE-SX 1GbE connectivity over multimode fiber at up to 100 meters. Compatible with HPE Aruba switches equipped with SFP ports, it provides flexible short-range 1GbE fiber uplink connectivity for campus wiring closet, data center, and enterprise network switch-to-switch and switch-to-server fiber connections over standard OM1/OM2 multimode fiber infrastructure.

Key Features

• 1G SFP 100M multimode fiber transceiver — 1GbE SFP connectivity up to 100m over OM1/OM2 MMF
• HPE Aruba Networking validated — plug-and-play with Aruba SFP-capable switches
• Short-reach 1GbE fiber for campus wiring closet and intra-building switch connectivity
• LC fiber connector for standard multimode fiber patch cable compatibility

Product Specifications

• Part Number: J8177E
• Manufacturer: HPE / Aruba
• Type: 1000BASE-SX SFP Transceiver
• Speed: 1Gb/s (1GbE)
• Connector: LC (fiber)
• Fiber Type: Multimode (OM1/OM2)
• Max Distance: 100 meters
• Wavelength: 850nm

Transceiver & Interface Specifications

• Transceiver Type: 1000BASE-SX SFP (multimode fiber)
• Form Factor: SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable)
• Physical Interface: LC duplex fiber connector
• Speed: 1Gb/s full-duplex 1000BASE-SX
• Max Distance: 100m over OM1/OM2 multimode fiber (550m over OM2 at reduced modal bandwidth)
• Wavelength: 850nm VCSEL laser

Use Cases

• Aruba SFP switch-to-switch 1GbE fiber uplinks in campus wiring closets up to 100m
• 1GbE fiber connectivity between Aruba access and aggregation switches over existing MMF infrastructure
• Switch-to-server 1GbE SFP fiber for servers with SFP-capable 1GbE NICs
• Cost-effective 1GbE fiber uplink for campus buildings with OM1/OM2 multimode fiber infrastructure

Compatibility

• HPE Aruba switches with SFP ports — Aruba 2530, 2930F, 3810M, 5400R, CX series and others
• OM1 (62.5µm) and OM2 (50µm) multimode fiber with LC duplex patch cables
• 1GbE SFP-capable NICs and storage controllers for direct fiber server connectivity

Frequently Asked Questions

Is J8177E compatible with OM3 or OM4 multimode fiber?

J8177E (1000BASE-SX) is rated for OM1 (up to 100m) and OM2 (up to 550m at full modal bandwidth). OM3 and OM4 multimode fiber is also physically compatible with 1000BASE-SX at 850nm — OM3/OM4 supports 1000BASE-SX to 550m+. J8177E will function over OM3/OM4 fiber at the rated distances, though the transceiver's 100m specification reflects OM1 infrastructure.

What is the difference between J8177E (SFP 1G) and 10GbE SFP+ transceivers?

J8177E operates at 1Gb/s (1GbE) in SFP form factor. 10GbE SFP+ transceivers operate at 10Gb/s in SFP+ form factor. SFP and SFP+ are physically similar but electrically different — an SFP transceiver like J8177E can typically be inserted in an SFP+ port at 1GbE speed, but an SFP+ transceiver cannot be used in a 1GbE-only SFP port. Verify port compatibility with your Aruba switch model.

Does J8177E work with non-Aruba switches?

J8177E is HPE Aruba Networking validated. Third-party switch compatibility varies — some switches accept non-native transceivers, others enforce vendor coding. For non-Aruba deployments, verify that the target switch accepts third-party or uncoded SFP transceivers before ordering J8177E.

The HPE J8177E Aruba Networking 1G SFP 100M transceiver delivers reliable short-reach 1GbE multimode fiber connectivity for Aruba SFP-capable switches. Order today — in stock at the best price.