HPE Aruba 2930F 24-Port Gigabit PoE+ 4SFP Managed Switch

The HPE Aruba 2930F 24G PoE+ 4SFP is a versatile Layer 3 Lite managed switch that brings enterprise-class features to a compact 1U form factor. With 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports supporting PoE+ and four fixed SFP uplinks, this switch is ideal for modern wired and wireless networks requiring secure, high-performance access.

Highlights

• 24 x 10/100/1000Base-T PoE+ ports with a 370 W PoE budget
• 4 x 1GbE SFP uplink slots for fibre connectivity
• 56 Gbps switching capacity and 41.6 Mpps throughput
• Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) supports stacking up to 8 units
• Layer 3 Lite features: Static routing, RIP and Access OSPF
• Robust security: ACLs, Port Security, DHCP Snooping, RADIUS/TACACS+

In daily use

This switch simplifies network deployment with its web-based management interface and comprehensive CLI. The dual-core ARM processor and 1 GB DRAM ensure smooth performance even under load. The 370 W PoE budget easily powers IP cameras, access points, and VoIP phones, while the four SFP ports provide high-speed uplink to the core network or stacking connections via VSF. Jumbo frame support up to 9220 bytes enhances data throughput for large transfers.

Full specifications

• Ethernet Ports: 24 x 10/100/1000Base-T PoE+
• Uplink Ports: 4 x 1GbE SFP
• PoE+ Power Budget: 370 W
• Switching Capacity: 56 Gbps
• Throughput: 41.6 Mpps
• Management: Managed (Layer 3 Lite)
• Form Factor: 1U Rack-mountable
• Processor: Dual Core ARM Cortex A9 @ 1016 MHz
• Memory: 1 GB DDR3 SDRAM, 4 GB eMMC
• MAC Address Table: 10,000 entries
• Jumbo Frame Support: Up to 9220 bytes
• Routing Protocols: Static, RIP, Access OSPF
• Virtual Stacking: Yes, up to 8 units (VSF)
• Power Consumption (Max): 445 W
• Input Voltage: 100 - 240 VAC
• Security Features: ACLs, Port Security, DHCP Snooping, RADIUS/TACACS+
• QoS: Yes, 8 hardware queues per port
• IPv6 Support: Yes

Final note

The Aruba 2930F series is a reliable choice for businesses aiming to build a scalable, secure and resilient network infrastructure. Its flexible stacking and rich security features make it a strong foundation for the modern digital workspace.