HPE Aruba Networking 2930F 24G 4SFP+ Switch JL253A

Differentiator Popular 28-port Gig + 10G access switch.
This model has 24x 10/100/1000 ports and 4x 10G / 1G SFP+ transceiver slots for uplink connectivity.

Power consumption 29.3W (maximum)

Heat dissipation 100 BTU/hr (105.5 kJ/hr)

Input voltage 100–127/200–240 VAC, rated

Ports (24) RJ-45 autosensing 10/100/1000 ports
(4) SFP+ 1/10GbE ports
PHY-less

Latency 1000 Mb Latency: < 3.8 µs
10 Gbps Latency: < 1.6 µs

Switching capacity 128 Gbps

Throughput Up to 95.2 Mpps

Memory and processor Dual Core ARM Cortex A9 @ 1016 MHz
1 GB DDR3 SDRAM
Packet buffer size: 12.38 MB 4.5 MB Ingress/7.875 MB Egress
4 GB eMMC

Management features HPE Aruba Networking Management Software (AirWave)
Central Network Management
IMC – Intelligent Management Center
Command-line interface
Web browser
Configuration menu
SNMP manager
Telnet
RMON1
FTP
Out-of-band management (serial RS-232C or micro USB)

Detailed product description The HPE Aruba Networking 2930F Switch Series is designed for customers creating smart digital workplaces that are optimized for mobile users with an integrated wired and wireless approach.

Weight 2.41 kg (5.31 lb)

Dimensions 4.39 x 44.25 x 20.02 cm (1.73 x 17.42 x 7.88 in)

The HPE Aruba Networking 2930F 24G 4SFP+ Switch (JL253A) is a high-performance enterprise Layer 3 access switch designed for modern business networks requiring reliable connectivity, advanced security, and scalable performance. Featuring 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 SFP+ uplink ports supporting 10Gb connectivity, this switch provides fast data transmission, flexible network expansion, and simplified management for enterprise environments.

The Aruba 2930F series is widely deployed in branch offices, enterprise campuses, and SMB networks due to its robust performance, advanced security features, and intelligent automation capabilities. Powered by ArubaOS-Switch, it enables efficient network control, monitoring, and optimization.

HPE Aruba switches are designed to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performance networking for enterprise environments.
Source: https://www.arubanetworks.com/products/switches/access/2930f-series/

Key Features of HPE Aruba 2930F JL253A Switch

High-Performance Network Connectivity

• 24 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports

• 4 × SFP+ 10Gb uplink ports

• Layer 3 routing capabilities

• High switching throughput

• Low latency packet forwarding

• Scalable enterprise performance

Advanced Enterprise Networking Features

• Static and dynamic routing support

• VLAN segmentation and traffic control

• Quality of Service (QoS) prioritization

• Network security policies

• Access control features

• Intelligent traffic management

Reliable and Secure Infrastructure

• Enterprise-grade hardware reliability

• Secure network access control

• Built-in protection against network threats

• Stable performance under heavy workloads

Why Managed Switches Are Important for Business Networks

Modern organizations require reliable network infrastructure to support increasing data traffic, cloud applications, and connected devices.

Upgrading to a managed enterprise switch provides:

• Improved network performance

• Enhanced security

• Better traffic control

• Increased scalability

• Reliable connectivity

• Simplified network management

Managed switches are essential for maintaining stable and secure business operations.

Performance Benefits for Enterprise Environments

High-Speed Uplink Connectivity

The 10Gb SFP+ uplinks enable fast communication between switches, servers, and core network infrastructure, reducing bottlenecks and improving overall performance.

Intelligent Traffic Management

Advanced QoS and routing features ensure critical applications receive priority bandwidth, improving user experience and system responsiveness.

Scalable Network Expansion

The switch supports network growth by allowing additional devices and infrastructure without performance degradation.

Enterprise switches improve network reliability and efficiency across business environments.
Source: https://www.hpe.com/us/en/networking.html

Advanced Layer 3 Capabilities

Routing and Network Segmentation

Layer 3 functionality allows the switch to perform routing between VLANs, improving network efficiency and reducing dependency on external routers.

Benefits include:

• Improved network performance

• Reduced latency

• Simplified network architecture

• Enhanced security segmentation

• Better traffic management

Flexible Deployment Options

The Aruba 2930F JL253A switch is suitable for various deployment scenarios:

• Enterprise campus networks

• Branch office connectivity

• Data center access layers

• SMB networking environments

• Educational institutions

• Healthcare networks

• Retail infrastructure

Its flexibility makes it ideal for both growing businesses and established enterprise environments.

Technical Specifications

Switch Details

• Model: HPE Aruba 2930F

• Part Number: JL253A

• Ports: 24 × Gigabit Ethernet

• Uplink Ports: 4 × SFP+ 10Gb

• Switching Capacity: Enterprise-class throughput

• Layer Support: Layer 3

• Management: ArubaOS-Switch

• Form Factor: Rack Mount

• Condition: Genuine HPE Aruba

• Category: Network Switch