HPE Aruba 2930M 24 Smart Rate PoE+ 1-Slot Switch - L3 Managed - 24x 1/2.5/5GBase-T PoE+ - Rack-mountable - PoE+ (860 W)

The HPE Aruba 2930M 24 Smart Rate PoE+ 1-Slot Switch is a high-performance Layer 3 managed stackable switch designed for enterprise networks requiring high-speed connectivity and Power over Ethernet. With 24 Smart Rate ports supporting 1/2.5/5GBase-T and PoE+ with a total power budget of 860 W, this switch delivers flexible, future-proof access for demanding applications such as high-performance wireless access points, video surveillance, and IoT devices.

Advantages

This switch offers advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities including OSPF, RIP, BGP, VRRP, and ECMP, ensuring robust network segmentation and traffic optimization. The Aruba Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) stacking technology allows multiple switches to be managed as a single unit, simplifying management and increasing resilience. With a switching capacity of 160 Gbps and throughput of 112 Mpps, it provides wire-speed performance for bandwidth-intensive environments. Security features such as MACsec, Dynamic ARP Inspection, and RADIUS/TACACS+ authentication protect the network from unauthorized access.

Suitable for

• Enterprise campus networks requiring high-density PoE+ for wireless APs and IP cameras
• Small to medium businesses needing a scalable, stackable core or distribution switch
• Deployments requiring Smart Rate multi-gigabit ports to support Wi-Fi 6/6E access points
• Environments where advanced Layer 3 routing and high availability are critical

Key specifications

• Device Type: L3 Managed Stackable Switch
• Enclosure Type: Rack-mountable 1U
• Ports: 24 x 1/2.5/5GBase-T (PoE+)
• Expansion Slots: 1 x expansion slot
• PoE Support: PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at)
• PoE Power Budget: 860 W
• Switching Capacity: 160 Gbps
• Throughput: 112 Mpps
• MAC Address Table Size: 32768 entries
• Jumbo Frame Support: 9220 bytes
• Routing Protocols: OSPF, RIP, BGP, VRRP, ECMP
• Management: CLI, Web GUI, SNMP, RMON, HTTPS, TFTP
• Security: MACsec, Dynamic ARP Inspection, STP Root Guard, RADIUS/TACACS+
• Processor: 2 x ARM Cortex-A9 1.25 GHz
• RAM: 4 GB DDR3 SDRAM
• Flash Memory: 16 GB
• Power Supply: Internal
• Power Consumption (Max): 990 W
• MTBF: 183,100 hours
• Stacking Technology: Aruba Virtual Switching Framework (VSF)

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair this switch with HPE Aruba access points and use the Smart Rate ports for multi-gigabit uplinks. Ensure adequate power supply and ventilation in the rack. Consider using VSF stacking for simplified management and redundancy.