HPE Aruba 2930M 40G 8 HPE Smart Rate PoE+ 1-slot Switch - Managed L3 Switch - 36x 10/100/1000 PoE+ + 4x Combo + 8x 1/2.5/5/10GBase-T PoE+ - Rack-mountable - PoE+ (1440 W)

The HPE Aruba 2930M 40G 8 HPE Smart Rate PoE+ 1-slot Switch is a high-performance managed Layer 3 switch designed for enterprise networks. It offers 36 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports, 4 combo ports, and 8 multi-gigabit Smart Rate ports, providing flexible connectivity for demanding applications. With a PoE budget of 1440 W, it supports power-hungry devices like IP cameras and wireless access points. The switch features a 1-slot expansion bay for additional modules, ensuring future scalability.

Advantages

This switch delivers high-speed connectivity with multi-gigabit ports, advanced Layer 3 routing, and robust PoE+ capabilities. Its dual-core processor and ample memory ensure smooth performance, while the rack-mountable 1U form factor saves space. The switch supports static routing, RIP, OSPF, and BGP, making it suitable for complex network topologies.

Suitable for

• Enterprise campus networks requiring high-density PoE+
• Deployments with multi-gigabit access points or IoT devices
• Network aggregation or core switching in medium to large organizations

Key specifications

• Device Type: Managed Layer 3 Switch
• Enclosure: Rack-mountable 1U
• Fixed Ports: 36 x 10/100/1000Base-T PoE+
• Combo Ports: 4 x 10/100/1000Base-T PoE+ / 100/1000Base-X SFP
• Multi-Gigabit Ports: 8 x 1/2.5/5/10GBase-T HPE Smart Rate PoE+
• Expansion Slots: 1
• PoE Budget: 1440 W
• Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: 131 Mpps
• MAC Address Table: 32768 entries
• Jumbo Frame Support: 9220 bytes
• Routing Protocols: Static IP, RIP, OSPF, BGP
• Management: CLI, Web, SNMP, RMON, Telnet, SSH, HTTPS
• Authentication: RADIUS, TACACS+, SSH2
• Processor: Dual Core ARM Cortex A9 @ 1016 MHz
• RAM: 6 GB DDR3 SDRAM
• Flash Memory: 4 GB

Recommendations

This switch is ideal for organizations seeking a reliable, high-performance network backbone with extensive PoE support. Its multi-gigabit ports future-proof your network for emerging high-speed devices.