HPE
HPE Instant On 1930 48G Class4 PoE 4SFP/SFP+ 370W Switch
Best high-capacity switch for growing small businesses needing reliable power.
Elevate your business network with the HPE Instant On 1930 48G Class4 PoE Switch. This smart-managed switch offers 48 Gigabit PoE ports and 4 SFP/SFP+ uplink ports, providing robust connectivity for demanding environments. With Layer 3 support and a 370W PoE budget, it's ideal for powering devices and managing complex network traffic. Its versatile form factor supports various mounting options, ensuring seamless integration into your workspace. Enjoy peace of mind with a Lifetime Limited Warranty, making it a reliable choice for modern businesses seeking performance and flexibility.
$449.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
166
/ 2256
#166 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-93%
Below average
Number of Ports
48
Who it's for
- Small business owners managing networks without dedicated IT staff
- Growing offices needing high-speed connectivity and powered devices
- Network administrators requiring reliable traffic control and security
Who should skip it
- Power users needing granular control over complex network settings
- Enterprises requiring premium support and vendor-agnostic management
- Office workers sensitive to background noise in quiet spaces
Performance breakdown
Power Delivery
The 370W budget handles high-density PoE device arrays with ease.
Uplink Versatility
Four SFP+ ports provide essential headroom for high-speed fiber backhauls.
Management Interface
Smart-managed controls offer professional configuration without unnecessary enterprise-level complexity.
Build Integrity
Rugged metal housing ensures long-term durability in demanding office environments.
Routing Capability
Layer 3 support enables efficient traffic segmentation for growing business networks.
Deployment Flexibility
Multiple mounting options allow for seamless integration into any workspace layout.
Key Specs
Number of Ports
48
Port Types
RJ-45 Ethernet, SFP
Managed Type
Smart Managed
PoE Support
Yes
Mounting Types
Desktop, Rack Mount, Wall Mount
Ethernet Standards
Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet
Form Factor
Standard
Power Source Type
AC Adapter
Features
- 48 Gigabit PoE ports for device power
- 4 SFP/SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed connections
- Smart-managed for network control
- Layer 3 routing capabilities
- 370W PoE budget
- Versatile mounting options
- Lifetime Limited Warranty
- Ideal for business networks
What customers say
The HPE Instant On 1930 48G switch earns high praise for its exceptional ease of use and robust performance ideal for small to medium businesses. Customers consistently highlight the fast setup, often managed through the intuitive mobile application, which allows non-specialists to deploy networks quickly. A major benefit is the generous 370W Class 4 PoE budget, easily powering many devices like access points and phones without injectors. The inclusion of 10G SFP+ uplinks adds significant future proofing. While it is smart managed, users value the simplicity and centralized control offered by the cloud portal. Overall, this switch successfully blends reliable stability with consumer level simplicity, making it an outstanding investment for growing connectivity needs.
Know before you buy
The 370W budget is the total amount of power the switch can distribute to connected devices like IP cameras, VoIP phones, or wireless access points. As long as the combined power draw of your devices stays under 370W, the switch will effectively power them all simultaneously.
Yes, the switch features 4 SFP/SFP+ ports. These allow you to connect to high-speed fiber uplinks or other network switches at speeds up to 10 Gigabits per second.
The switch is designed for versatility and can be installed in a standard server rack, mounted on a wall, or placed directly on a desktop. All necessary hardware for these configurations is typically included.
Smart-managed switches provide a balance between plug-and-play simplicity and advanced control. You can use the HPE Instant On interface to configure features like VLANs, Quality of Service (QoS), and traffic prioritization without needing the complex command-line interface found in enterprise-grade hardware.
Yes, this model includes static Layer 3 routing capabilities. This allows the switch to handle basic traffic routing between different VLANs, which helps reduce congestion and improves overall network efficiency.
This switch is backed by a Lifetime Limited Warranty. This provides long-term peace of mind, covering hardware defects and offering support for the duration of the product's lifecycle.
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