Product Overview

The HPE Aruba 2930F 48G PoE+ 4SFP+ Switch (JL685A) is a high-performance Layer 3 access switch designed for enterprise campus networks, branch offices, and SMB deployments. Moreover, it delivers 48 Gigabit PoE+ ports with 4 SFP+ uplinks, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable connectivity for modern enterprise networking.

Product Features

High-Density Gigabit Connectivity

First, the JL685A provides 48 autosensing Gigabit Ethernet ports, enabling fast connections for desktops, wireless access points, and IP phones. This ensures consistent performance even in high-traffic environments.

Power over Ethernet (PoE+) Support

Furthermore, the switch supports PoE+ (Class 4), delivering sufficient power to devices like IP cameras, VoIP phones, and access points directly over Ethernet cables. This reduces additional power infrastructure requirements and simplifies deployment.

High-Speed SFP+ Uplink Ports

Additionally, the JL685A features four SFP+ uplink ports supporting 1Gb and 10Gb speeds. These uplinks provide fast, reliable connections to aggregation or core switches, improving overall network performance.

Advanced Layer 3 Routing

Also, the switch supports Layer 3 routing protocols, including static routes, RIP, and OSPF. These protocols enable efficient inter-VLAN communication and optimize traffic flow within the network.

Flexible Network Management

Moreover, the JL685A supports Aruba Central cloud management, Web GUI, CLI, and SNMP, giving administrators full control for monitoring, configuration, and troubleshooting. This reduces operational complexity.

Enterprise Security Features

Finally, the switch includes access control lists, port security, and traffic monitoring, helping protect the network from unauthorized access while maintaining high operational efficiency.

Why Choose This Product

Therefore, the HPE Aruba JL685A is ideal for organizations that require high-density PoE+ Layer 3 switching with advanced management and security. Its 48 PoE+ ports, SFP+ uplinks, and Layer 3 routing capabilities make it suitable for modern enterprise networks and branch offices.

Additional Benefits

Notably, the switch supports Energy-Efficient Ethernet, reducing power consumption during idle periods. Additionally, it integrates with Aruba Virtual Switching Framework (VSF), allowing multiple switches to operate as a single logical unit for simplified redundancy and scalability.

Technical Specifications