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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