HPE Aruba JL256A 2930F 48G PoE+ 4SFP+ Switch 48 Ports Managed Rack-mount JL256A

Description:

The HPE Aruba JL256A 2930F 48G PoE+ 4SFP+ switch is used in enterprise networking systems to provide high-performance Layer 3 switching, Power over Ethernet (PoE+), and scalable network infrastructure for mid to large environments. Commonly installed in campus networks, branch offices, and enterprise edge deployments where reliable connectivity, advanced routing, and efficient power delivery are required. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this switch for network deployments, infrastructure upgrades, system expansion, and replacement of legacy switching hardware.

Applications:

The HPE Aruba JL256A is commonly used in enterprise campuses, branch networks, and SMB environments where high-density PoE+ is needed to support wireless access points, IP cameras, VoIP phones, and IoT devices. It is ideal for access-layer deployments with 10GbE uplinks to aggregation switches and core networks.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): JL256A
• Product Type: Managed Ethernet Switch (Layer 3)
• Series: Aruba 2930F
• Ports: 48 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+
• Uplink Ports: 4 × 1/10GbE SFP+
• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3af/at PoE+
• PoE Power Budget: ~370W
• Switching Capacity: ~176 Gbps (series performance class)
• Throughput: ~112 Mpps class (series)
• Memory: 1 GB RAM, 4 GB flash
• MAC Address Table: ~32K entries
• Stacking: VSF stacking (up to 8 switches)
• Routing: Static, RIP, Access OSPF, IPv6 support
• Management: Aruba Central, AirWave, CLI, Web GUI
• Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable
• Application Environment: Enterprise edge, campus, and SMB network infrastructure

Common Replacements:

• Aruba CX 6100 48G PoE+ Switch
• Aruba CX 6200F 48G PoE+ Switch
• Aruba 2540 48G PoE+ Switch