HPE Aruba Networking 2930F 12G PoE+ 2G/2SFP+ Switch

The HPE Aruba Networking 2930F 12G PoE+ 2G/2SFP+ Switch (model JL693A) is a compact, fanless Layer 3 access switch with 12 Gigabit PoE+ ports and dual 1 G / 10 G SFP+ uplinks. It’s ideal for small deployments, branch offices, and edge environments requiring robust performance, intelligent segmentation, and quiet operation.

Detailed Specifications

Ports & Interfaces

• 12 × RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps ports with PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at)
• 2 × SFP+ uplinks supporting 1G or 10G fiber
• Console / management port for local access
• Fanless design (no moving parts)

Switching & Performance

• Switching capacity: 68 Gbps
• Forwarding rate: ~41.7 million packets per second (Mpps)
• Latency: ~3.8 µs on 1G ports, ~1.6 µs on 10G links
• Buffering: Shared packet buffering across ports
• Junction to uplink: Non-blocking architecture

Power & PoE

• PoE+ power budget: ~139 W total
• Up to 30 W per port (negotiated)
• Power management: prioritization, scheduling

Layer 2 / Layer 3 & Features

• Layer 2: VLAN, MSTP / RSTP, LACP, IGMP Snooping
• Layer 3: Static routing, RIP, Access OSPF
• IPv6 support and dual-stack operation
• ACLs, QoS, security controls (802.1X, DHCP snooping, etc.)
• VSF (Virtual Switching Framework) stacking up to 8 switches
• Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP) support

Physical & Environmental

• Fanless, compact 1U rack-mount design
• Silent operation—no noise from cooling fans
• Internal AC power supply
• Typical commercial operating temperature

Key Features

• 12 Gigabit PoE+ ports and 2 SFP+ uplink ports
• Fanless design for silent, low-maintenance deployment
• ~68 Gbps switching capacity and ~41.7 Mpps throughput
• ~139 W PoE+ budget for powering access devices
• Full Layer 3 routing (static, RIP, OSPF) and stacking (VSF)
• Security and QoS features built in
• Ideal for small offices, access edge, or branch network use

Meta Description

The HPE Aruba Networking 2930F 12G PoE+ 2G/2SFP+ Switch is a compact fanless Layer 3 switch with 12 PoE+ ports, 2 × 10G uplinks, ~68 Gbps switching, ~139 W PoE budget, full routing, stacking, and silent operation—perfect for branch and edge deployments.

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