HPE Aruba 2930F 48-Port PoE+ 4SFP+ 740W Layer 3 Managed Switch JL558A

Key Benefits

• 48 x PoE+ Gigabit ports with 740W budget: Power an entire floor of IP phones, wireless access points, and IP cameras from a single switch — no separate PoE injectors needed.
• 4 x SFP+ uplinks (1G/10G-capable): High-speed fibre or DAC uplinks to core switches or aggregation layers, eliminating bottlenecks when all 48 ports are active.
• Full Layer 3 routing: Static routing, OSPF, RIP, and inter-VLAN routing built in — acts as both access switch and distribution layer device without a separate router.
• Enterprise security features: 802.1X port authentication, MAC auth, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, and ACLs protect the network edge.
• Aruba Central and Zero Touch Provisioning: Cloud management integration enables remote monitoring, configuration, and ZTP for multi-site rollouts.
• Certified refurbished with 12-month warranty: Professionally tested by Reboot IT, Melbourne-based enterprise networking specialists since 2001.

Performance in Use

The HPE Aruba 2930F JL558A is the 48-port variant of the 2930F series — doubling the port count and PoE budget of the 24-port JL261A to address high-density access layer deployments. With 740W of shared PoE power across 48 ports, it comfortably supports a full enterprise floor: Aruba or Cisco wireless APs drawing 15–30W each, IP desk phones, HD IP cameras, and IoT sensors — all without additional PoE infrastructure.

The four SFP+ uplink ports provide critical flexibility. Running 10G-capable modules prevents the 48-port aggregation bottleneck that occurs when multiple Gigabit access ports converge on a single 1G uplink. You can configure redundant uplinks, link aggregation (LACP), or multi-switch ring topologies for high-availability deployments. Layer 3 capability means VLANs can be routed locally without traffic bouncing to a separate router — reducing latency and simplifying network topology.

Management via CLI, web GUI, SNMP, or Aruba Central gives IT teams complete flexibility. Zero Touch Provisioning is especially valuable for distributed organisations: pre-configure the switch before dispatch, ship to a remote site, and it self-provisions on first boot — no skilled hands required on-site.

Tech Specs

Model	HPE Aruba 2930F 48G PoE+ 4SFP+ Switch (JL558A)
PoE+ Ports	48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at)
Uplink Ports	4 x SFP+ (1G/10G-capable)
Total PoE Budget	740W
Layer	Layer 3 (static routing, OSPF, RIP, inter-VLAN routing)
Security	802.1X, MAC auth, DHCP snooping, DAI, ACLs
Management	CLI, Web GUI, SNMP, Aruba Central, ZTP
Additional Ports	1 x USB, 1 x RJ-45 console
Form Factor	1U rack-mountable
Standards	IEEE 802.3at PoE+, 802.1X, 802.3ad LACP, 802.1Q VLANs
Warranty	12 months (Reboot IT)

Is It Right for You?

✓ Best For • High-density PoE deployments (APs, phones, cameras) • Enterprise access layer with 40–48 connected devices • Distribution layer requiring inter-VLAN routing • Multi-site rollouts using Aruba Central ZTP • Aruba campus wireless deployments

✗ Not For • Small offices needing fewer than 24 ports • Environments not requiring PoE • Unmanaged or plug-and-play switch needs • Budget deployments (2530 series is more economical) • Analogue or non-IP legacy infrastructure

Condition Grades

Grade	Cosmetic Condition	Functionality
A — Excellent	Minimal marks, clean chassis and port panel	All ports, PoE, and uplinks tested and verified
B — Good	Light wear, minor surface scratches	All ports, PoE, and uplinks tested and verified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between JL558A and JL261A?

JL558A is the 48-port PoE+ model with 740W. JL261A is the 24-port PoE+ model with 370W. Both are Aruba 2930F switches with identical Layer 3 feature sets — the difference is port count and power budget.

Can all 48 ports deliver PoE+ simultaneously?

The 740W shared budget is distributed across all active PoE ports. Typical deployments with a mix of APs (15–25W) and phones (4–6W) will comfortably power all 48 devices simultaneously within the 740W envelope.

Are the SFP+ ports 10G capable?

Yes — the four SFP+ ports support both 1G and 10G SFP+ modules. Using 10G modules provides significant uplink headroom for high-utilisation access layers.

Can the 2930F route between VLANs without a router?

Yes — the JL558A's Layer 3 capability includes inter-VLAN routing, static routes, OSPF, and RIP. It can act as both access switch and distribution router in medium-sized deployments.

Does it support Aruba Central cloud management?

Yes — the 2930F integrates with Aruba Central for cloud configuration, monitoring, and Zero Touch Provisioning. An Aruba Central subscription is required separately.

What shipping costs apply?

Shipping costs apply based on size and destination — rates are calculated at checkout.