HPE JL827A Aruba 2930F 24-Port PoE+ Switch

Product Description

The HPE JL827A is a managed Layer 3 Ethernet switch from the HPE FlexNetwork 5140 EI series, designed for access-layer deployment in medium to large campus networks. It provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and four 10G SFP+ uplinks, delivering enterprise-class QoS, security, and high availability. This model supports Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF) stacking technology, enabling scalable and resilient network architectures for enterprise IT environments.

Technical Specifications

• Switch Type: Managed Layer 3
• Access Technology: Ethernet
• Connector Types: RJ-45, SFP+
• Cable Types: Twisted pair, multimode fiber, single-mode fiber
• LAN Ports: 24 x 10/100/1000 Base-T (1000 Mbps), 4 x 10/100/1000 Base-TX Combo SFP
• Uplink Ports: 4 x 10GBase-X (10000 Mbps)
• PoE Support: PoE+ on LAN ports

Design Features

• Supports HPE Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF) for virtualized stacking and link redundancy
• Enterprise-grade QoS mechanisms for traffic prioritization and bandwidth control
• Advanced security features for access control and network protection
• Compact 1U form factor suitable for standard rack mounting
• Hot-swappable power and fan modules for service continuity (per HPE FlexNetwork 5140 EI design)

Application Area

This switch is deployed at the access layer of medium to large campus networks, connecting end-user devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and workstations. It is also suitable for enterprise edge environments requiring high-density Gigabit connectivity with 10G uplinks to aggregation or core switches. The IRF stacking capability makes it ideal for building resilient, flat network fabrics in distributed enterprise sites or branch offices.