HPE Aruba Networking 2930F 24G PoE+ 4SFP Switch – 28-Port Managed Layer 3 PoE+ Switch

Aruba 2930F 24G PoE+ Switch Overview

The HPE Aruba Networking 2930F 24G PoE+ Switch (JL255A) is a 28-port managed Layer 3 access switch built for enterprise, small-business and branch-office networks. It combines 24 autosensing 10/100/1000 PoE+ RJ-45 ports with four dedicated 1GbE SFP uplink slots, providing reliable copper access and flexible fibre connectivity in a compact 1U rackmount design.

With a 370W PoE+ power budget, the Aruba 2930F 24G PoE+ Switch can power compatible wireless access points, VoIP phones, IP cameras and other network devices through their Ethernet connections. Advanced management, security, quality-of-service and Virtual Switching Framework capabilities make it suitable for organizations that need a scalable and centrally managed wired network.

Aruba 2930F 24G PoE+ Switch Features

• 28 total network ports
• 24 autosensing 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet ports
• IEEE 802.3at PoE+ support on all 24 RJ-45 access ports
• Four dedicated 100/1000 SFP uplink slots
• 370W total PoE+ power budget
• Managed Layer 3 switching platform
• HPE Aruba Networking Virtual Switching Framework support
• Stacking support for up to eight compatible switches
• Static, RIP and Access OSPF routing capabilities
• VLAN, ACL, QoS and IPv6 support
• Zero-Touch Provisioning for streamlined deployment
• Support for HPE Aruba Networking Central and AirWave management
• Standard 1U rackmount form factor
• No additional software licensing required for core switch features

Aruba 2930F JL261A Specifications

• Manufacturer: HPE Aruba Networking
• Product series: Aruba 2930F
• Model: 2930F 24G PoE+ 4SFP
• Manufacturer part number: JL255A
• Total network ports: 28
• RJ-45 access ports: 24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T
• Expansion and uplink ports: 4 x 100/1000 SFP
• Power over Ethernet: IEEE 802.3at PoE+
• PoE power budget: 370W
• Switching capacity: 56 Gbps
• Throughput: Up to 41.7 Mpps
• MAC address table: 32,768 entries
• IPv4 routing table: Up to 2,000 hardware entries
• IPv6 routing table: Up to 1,000 hardware entries
• Processor: Dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 at 1016 MHz
• Memory: 1GB DDR3 SDRAM
• Storage: 4GB eMMC
• Packet buffer: Approximately 12.38MB
• Console interface: Dual-personality RJ-45 or USB Micro-B serial console
• Stacking: HPE Aruba Networking Virtual Switching Framework
• Maximum stack size: Up to eight compatible members
• Form factor: 1U rackmount
• Dimensions: 17.42 x 11.98 x 1.73 inches
• Dimensions metric: 44.25 x 30.42 x 4.39 cm
• Product weight: 8.6 lb / 3.9 kg
• Input voltage: 100–127V or 200–240V AC
• Maximum power rating: 445W
• Idle power consumption: Approximately 36.8W
• Airflow: Side-to-side
• Condition: New

Why Choose the Aruba 2930F 24G PoE+ Switch?

The Aruba 2930F combines a substantial 370W PoE budget with 24 Gigabit access ports, making it a practical choice for networks supporting wireless access points, phones, cameras and other powered endpoints. Four dedicated SFP ports allow fibre or copper uplinks without using any of the 24 PoE+ access ports.

Its Layer 3 feature set, policy controls, quality-of-service capabilities and VSF stacking support provide room for network growth. Organizations can deploy a single switch at a branch location or combine compatible 2930F switches into a larger logical stack for simplified administration.

Common Use Cases

• Enterprise access-layer networks
• Small and medium-sized business networks
• Branch and remote offices
• Wireless access point deployments
• VoIP telephone systems
• IP surveillance camera networks
• Schools and educational facilities
• Healthcare and professional offices
• Retail and hospitality networks
• VLAN-segmented wired networks
• Fibre-connected network closets

What's Included

• HPE Aruba Networking 2930F 24G PoE+ 4SFP Switch
• Internal power supply
• Rackmount hardware, where supplied by the manufacturer
• Power cord appropriate to the ordered regional configuration
• Installation and safety documentation