HPE JL825A Aruba 2930F 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch

Usage Area

The HPE JL825A is a managed Layer 3 access switch designed for deployment in medium and large campus networks. It is positioned at the access layer to provide high-density Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for end-user devices, including workstations, IP phones, and wireless access points. The switch supports enterprise-class QoS enforcement and security features, making it suitable for converged network environments requiring reliable data, voice, and video transmission. Its uplink capabilities enable seamless integration into core network architectures.

Construction Features

• 48-port 10/100/1000 Base-T LAN connectivity with PoE+ support for powered devices.
• 4 uplink ports: 2x SFP+ (10GBase-X) and 2x 10GBase-T (RJ-45) for flexible high-speed backbone connections.
• Modular design with RJ-45 copper and SFP+ fiber interfaces for mixed cabling environments (twisted pair, multimode, single-mode fiber).
• Built on HPE FlexNetwork 5140 EI series architecture, supporting Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF) stacking technology.
• Layer 3 managed switch with integrated QoS and enterprise-grade access control mechanisms.
• Compact 1U form factor with front-facing ports for simplified rack mounting and cable management.

Technical Parameters

• Switch type: Managed Layer 3
• Access technology: Ethernet
• LAN ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Base-T (1000 Mbps)
• Uplink ports: 4 total — 2 x SFP+ (10GBase-X), 2 x 10GBase-T (10000 Mbps)
• Connector types: RJ-45, SFP+
• Cable types: Twisted pair, multimode fiber, single-mode fiber
• PoE support: PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at) on LAN ports

Standards & Certification

The switch complies with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standards for 10/100/1000 Base-T and 10GBase-T/X operations, as well as IEEE 802.3at PoE+ specifications. It is designed for interoperability with standard network infrastructure and adheres to industry norms for enterprise switching equipment. The device supports HPE Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF) technology, aligning with high-availability networking standards for resilient campus deployments.