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HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 24g 195W Switch
Best managed switch for growing businesses needing scalable, high-performance network power.
The HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 24g 195W Switch (JL683A) is a high-performance, managed network solution built for growing businesses requiring scalable infrastructure. This rack-mountable unit provides 24 PoE-capable Gigabit Ethernet ports and four high-speed 1/10G SFP+ uplink ports. It supports Layer 3 capabilities, including static routing, and offers a robust 195W PoE budget for powering connected devices. Management is intuitive via Web UI or SNMP, ensuring reliable connectivity and advanced security for your professional network environment.
$490.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
166
/ 2256
#166 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-92%
Below average
Device Type
Managed Switch
/ Managed Switch
Who it's for
- Small business owners needing quick, intuitive network management
- IT administrators requiring basic routing for improved network traffic
- Office managers powering multiple security cameras and access points
Who should skip it
- Network engineers requiring granular CLI control for complex troubleshooting
- Data-heavy environments needing high-speed 10G fiber uplinks
- Enterprise IT teams needing advanced dynamic routing and security protocols
Performance breakdown
PoE Power Capacity
Generous power budget easily handles multiple high-draw access points and cameras.
Uplink Versatility
Four 10G SFP+ ports provide essential headroom for high-speed network backbones.
Management Interface
Intuitive web-based controls make complex network configuration accessible for small teams.
Switching Throughput
Robust 128 Gbps capacity ensures smooth data flow under heavy traffic loads.
Layer 3 Routing
Static routing capabilities offer necessary segmentation for growing professional office networks.
Build Quality
Sturdy rack-mountable chassis designed for long-term reliability in server environments.
Key Specs
Device Type
Managed Switch
Form Factor
Rack-mountable 1U
Total Ports
28 (24 x RJ45 PoE + 4 x SFP/SFP+)
Switching Capacity
128 Gbps
PoE Budget
195W maximum
Throughput
95.23 Mpps
MAC Address Table Size
16,000 entries
Management Protocols
SNMP v1/v2c/v3, HTTP, HTTPS
Features
- Managed Layer 3 switch for advanced networking
- 24 ports support Power over Ethernet (PoE)
- High-speed 1/10G SFP+ uplink ports
- 195W total PoE power budget available
- Rack-mountable 1U form factor for easy deployment
- Supports static IP routing for network segmentation
- Robust security via RADIUS and SSL encryption
- High switching capacity of 128 Gbps
What customers say
Customers highly praise the HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 switch, focusing on its exceptional ease of use and strong value proposition for SMBs. The core appeal is the intuitive cloud management platform, which allows for seamless, plug-and-play deployment even for nonexperts. Users appreciate the robust performance and reliable handling of high traffic. A major benefit is the generous 195W PoE budget, easily powering numerous devices, alongside the future-proofing provided by 10G SFP+ uplinks. While advanced users sometimes desire deeper CLI access and the fan noise is occasionally noted in quiet settings, the overall sentiment celebrates this switch for delivering enterprise-grade features in an incredibly user-friendly package.
Know before you buy
Yes, all 24 RJ45 ports are PoE-capable. The switch provides a total power budget of 195W, which is shared across these ports to power devices like IP cameras, access points, and VoIP phones.
Yes, the switch includes four dedicated 1/10G SFP+ uplink ports. These allow you to connect to high-speed fiber backbones or other network switches at speeds up to 10Gbps.
The HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 is a managed Layer 3 switch. It supports static IP routing, which allows you to segment your network and improve traffic efficiency between different subnets.
You can manage the switch through an intuitive web-based interface or via SNMP. This makes it straightforward to configure security settings, VLANs, and monitor network performance without needing complex command-line expertise.
Yes, the switch features a 1U form factor and is designed to be rack-mounted. It is a standard size that fits easily into most professional networking cabinets or server racks.
The switch includes robust security protocols such as RADIUS authentication and SSL encryption for management traffic. These features help protect your network from unauthorized access and ensure that your management sessions remain secure.
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