The HPE Aruba Networking 2930M 40G 8 HPE Smart Rate PoE+ 1‑slot Switch is a high-performance, multi-gigabit access switch built for modern enterprise networks. Designed to deliver exceptional throughput, flexible power options, and modular uplink scalability, it’s ideal for high-density wireless, IoT, and converged edge deployments.

Detailed Specifications

Ports & Connectivity

• 8 × HPE Smart Rate ports supporting 1G / 2.5G / 5G / 10G speeds over copper
• All 8 ports support IEEE 802.3at PoE+ for powering access points, cameras, and VoIP devices
• 1 × modular uplink slot supporting 10G / 40G QSFP+ modules for flexible connectivity
• Stacking support for up to 10 switches using Aruba’s Virtual Switching Framework (VSF)

Power & PoE

• PoE+ support with up to 30W per port
• Optional power supplies allow for higher total PoE power budgets (up to 1,440W depending on configuration)
• Smart power management for efficient energy use
• Dynamic PoE allocation based on connected devices

Switching & Performance

• Switching capacity: 176 Gbps
• Forwarding rate: 131 Mpps (million packets per second)
• Non-blocking architecture ensures low latency and consistent throughput
• Supports jumbo frames and advanced QoS (Quality of Service)

Layer 2 / Layer 3 Features

• Layer 2: VLANs, STP, RSTP, MSTP, LACP, LLDP, IGMP Snooping
• Layer 3: Static routing, RIP, OSPF, and IPv6 routing support
• Security: Access Control Lists (ACLs), 802.1X authentication, DHCP Snooping, IP Source Guard
• IPv6 ready with full dual-stack support

Management & Automation

• Managed via Aruba Central, AirWave, CLI, or Web GUI
• Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) for fast deployment
• REST APIs for automation and integration
• Role-based access control for secure configuration

Physical & Environmental

• 1U rack-mountable design
• Dual power supply support for redundancy
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C
• Quiet operation suitable for office or branch environments

Key Features

• 8 Smart Rate ports (1G/2.5G/5G/10G) with PoE+ capability
• Modular uplink slot supporting 10G or 40G expansion
• Up to 1,440W PoE budget with dual PSU configuration
• Advanced Layer 3 routing and security features
• Stackable up to 10 units with VSF technology
• Designed for high-density wireless and IoT edge networks

Meta Description

The HPE Aruba Networking 2930M 40G 8 HPE Smart Rate PoE+ 1‑slot Switch offers 8 multi-gigabit ports, modular uplinks, advanced Layer 3 routing, and high PoE capacity—perfect for enterprise networks needing scalable performance and flexibility.

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