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HPE Aruba JL558A — Enterprise Access 2930F Switch with 48×1G PoE+ Ports and 4×10G Uplinks for Secure Campus Edge Networks

Product Description

The HPE Aruba Networking JL558A 2930F switch is a high-performance enterprise Layer 3 access switch designed for campus edge, branch, and enterprise access-layer deployments. Built to support modern digital workplaces, it delivers reliable Gigabit connectivity with high-power PoE+ and flexible 10-Gigabit uplinks.

This model provides 48 Gigabit RJ-45 PoE+ ports and 4 SFP+ 10GbE uplink ports, enabling connectivity for IP phones, wireless access points, cameras, and edge devices while maintaining high-speed fiber uplinks to aggregation or core layers. The switch supports advanced Layer 3 features, robust QoS, and segmentation to ensure efficient and secure traffic handling across enterprise networks.

The JL558A integrates with Aruba’s centralized management ecosystem, including Aruba Central, AirWave, and ClearPass, simplifying provisioning, monitoring, and policy enforcement. Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) stacking enables multiple switches to operate as a single logical unit, improving scalability and resilience.

With its enterprise-grade performance, high PoE budget, and advanced security capabilities, the JL558A is ideal for enterprise edge deployments, branch offices, and high-density wireless environments.

Model Type

Managed Layer 3 PoE+ Access Switch

Category

Networking – Enterprise Access / Edge Switch

Key Features

48 × 1G PoE+ Access Ports — Powers IP phones, cameras, and wireless APs with up to 740 W PoE budget.

4 × 10G SFP+ Uplinks — Provides high-speed fiber connectivity to aggregation or core switches.

Enterprise Layer 3 Switching — Supports routing protocols, segmentation, QoS, and secure traffic policies.

High-Power PoE+ Budget — Up to 740 W PoE enables dense device deployments without external power injectors.

VSF Stacking Support — Allows multiple switches to be managed as a single logical unit for scalability and redundancy.

Advanced Security & Management — Integrates with Aruba Central, ClearPass, AirWave, and CLI/SNMP management tools.

Enterprise Performance Architecture — Switching capacity up to ~176 Gbps and forwarding rate up to ~112 Mpps for stable enterprise workloads.

Technical Specs at a Glance

(Values may vary slightly depending on firmware and configuration.)

Typical Use Cases

Enterprise Access Layer — Connects end-user devices, phones, and access points at the network edge.

High-Density Wireless Deployments — Powers multiple Wi-Fi APs using PoE+.

Branch Office Networking — Ideal for distributed enterprise sites requiring centralized control.

IP Surveillance Networks — Supports PoE-powered cameras and security infrastructure.