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A silver rack-mount network switch with 24 front ports and four SFP slots

HP

HP JL261A Aruba 2930F 24G PoE+ 4SFP network switch

SKU CH-46AF-WX0B2 MPN JL261A

A managed Layer 3 switch with 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports and four SFP uplinks for enterprise edge and branch networks

  • Switch TypeLayer 3 Switch
  • ProtocolsTCP/IP
  • Layer 3 routing simplifies enterprise edge networks
  • 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports power phones and cameras directly
  • Four SFP uplinks enable 10 GbE fibre connections
  • ProVision ASIC delivers programmable SDN performance
  • Unified management with ClearPass and AirWave tools

Aruba 2930F Layer 3 switch

The HP JL261A Aruba 2930F is a managed Layer 3 switch built for enterprise edge, SMB and branch office networks. It delivers a consistent wired and wireless experience through unified management tools. A ProVision ASIC provides performance for SDN applications with future-proof programmability. The unit includes 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports and 4 SFP uplinks.

Suits offices needing PoE+ and basic Layer 3 routing

This switch fits teams deploying access points, phones or cameras that require PoE+ power on 24 ports. It supports RIP routing and 10GbE uplinks for aggregation. Buyers who need advanced Layer 3 feature sets, higher port density or modular uplink options should evaluate other platforms. It is not designed for core switching roles requiring full BGP or OSPF.

Verify rack space and uplink modules before ordering

Confirm the target rack has space for a fixed-configuration 1U appliance and that power budget matches the connected PoE+ load. Ensure SFP or SFP+ transceivers match the desired uplink speed and fibre type. Check that management software versions align with existing Aruba ClearPass or AirWave deployments.

Highlights

  • Layer 3 routing simplifies enterprise edge networks
  • 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports power phones and cameras directly
  • Four SFP uplinks enable 10 GbE fibre connections
  • ProVision ASIC delivers programmable SDN performance
  • Unified management with ClearPass and AirWave tools

Specifications

BrandHP
SeriesHPE Aruba 2930F 24G PoE+ 4SFP Managed Layer 3 Switch JL261A#ABA
Switch TypeLayer 3 Switch
ProtocolsTCP/IP
Shipping weight2.68 kg
Package size560 × 450 × 120 mm

Questions about this item

What uplink modules are required to use the four SFP ports on the JL261A?

The switch provides four SFP ports for fibre or copper uplink modules; insert compatible SFP transceivers to enable those links.

Does the Aruba 2930F 24G PoE+ 4SFP interoperate with existing 10 GbE uplink infrastructure?

The switch supports 10 GbE uplinks, so it can connect to existing 10 GbE aggregation or core switches using appropriate SFP+ modules.

How can I verify the JL261A is forwarding traffic and supplying PoE+ after installation?

Check the front-panel port LEDs for link/activity and PoE status, and use the management interface to confirm port operation and power delivery.

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