Is the HP 8212 zl FIPS Opacity Shield Kit end of life?

No. The Aruba HP 8212 zl FIPS Opacity Shield Kit is currently supported.

What replaces the HP 8212 zl FIPS Opacity Shield Kit?

Aruba recommends the HP 5400R zl2 Switch Series and Accessories as a replacement for the HP 8212 zl FIPS Opacity Shield Kit.

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Name: HP 8212 zl FIPS Opacity Shield Kit
Brand: Aruba
SKU: J9713A
Availability: InStock

SKU J9713A

Aruba Chassis

HP 8212 zl FIPS Opacity Shield Kit has an announced end-of-sale date.

The Aruba HP 8212 zl FIPS Opacity Shield Kit (J9713A) is a chassis product.

Lifecycle notice published	2015-01-31

Recommended Replacement

HP 5400R zl2 Switch Series and Accessories

Description

HP 8212 zl FIPS Opacity Shield Kit

Source: Official Aruba notice (128) · Last verified 2026-04-14