HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 48G 4SFP+ Smart-Managed Switch
Brand: HPE | Category: Network Switches
SKU: ARU-JL685A | Part #: JL685A | MPN: JL685A
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About the HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 48G 4SFP+ Smart-Managed Switch
The HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 48G 4SFP+ Smart-Managed Switch delivers 48 ports of Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000BASE-T) combined with 4 high-speed 10GBASE-X SFP+ uplink ports, making it an ideal choice for organizations requiring flexible 1G-to-10G port density in a compact footprint. Built on the proven Aruba Instant On 1930 series, this Layer 2+ smart-managed switch (part number JL685A) offers a switching capacity of 176 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 130.95 Mpps, ensuring reliable performance across mixed-speed workloads. The device supports jumbo frames up to 9,220 bytes and maintains a MAC address table of 16,000 entries, delivering enterprise-grade throughput and scalability in a 1U rack-mountable form factor.
Network engineers and IT procurement teams responsible for campus access-layer deployments choose this HPE switch for its combination of port density, management flexibility, and cost-efficiency. The platform supports up to 512 VLANs via IEEE 802.1Q tagging, multiple spanning tree protocols (STP, RSTP, MSTP), and link aggregation through IEEE 802.3ad LACP with up to 8 groups of 8 ports each. Quality of service is handled through 8 hardware queues per port, 802.1p priority tagging, and DSCP-based traffic classification. Security features include IEEE 802.1X port-based authentication and MAC-based access control, while management is simplified through the Aruba Instant On cloud application (iOS/Android), local web GUI, and USB Type-C console port connectivity.
Whether you are standardizing on HPE infrastructure or expanding your existing network, the Aruba Instant On 1930 (JL685A) provides the intelligence and port capacity that modern businesses demand. Contact Omnixon Global to request a formal quotation and explore volume pricing, technical specifications verification, and delivery options for this smart-managed switch.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | ARU-JL685A |
| Part Number | JL685A |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | 1U |
| Interface | 48× 1GbE RJ45 + 4× 10G SFP+ |
| Speed | 10GbE |
| Series | Instant On 1930 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JL685A |
| Switch Type | Smart-Managed (Layer 2+) |
| Total Ports | 52 |
| Gigabit Ethernet Ports (RJ-45) | 48 × 10/100/1000BASE-T |
| SFP+ Uplink Ports | 4 × 10GBASE-X SFP+ |
| PoE Support | None |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 130.95 Mpps |
| MAC Address Table Size | 16,000 entries |
| Jumbo Frame Support | 9,220 bytes |
| VLANs | IEEE 802.1Q, up to 512 VLANs |
| Spanning Tree Protocol | STP (802.1D), RSTP (802.1w), MSTP (802.1s) |
| Link Aggregation | IEEE 802.3ad LACP, up to 8 groups with up to 8 ports per group |
| Quality of Service | 8 hardware queues per port, 802.1p, DSCP |
| Access Control | IEEE 802.1X port-based authentication, MAC-based authentication |
| Management Interfaces | Aruba Instant On cloud app (iOS/Android), local web GUI, USB Type-C console port |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-Mountable |
| Power Supply | Internal, fixed |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
Frequently Asked Questions about HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 48G 4SFP+ Smart-Managed Switch
What does the HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 48G 4SFP+ Smart-Managed Switch do?
The HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 48G 4SFP+ Smart-Managed Switch is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
What are the headline specs of the HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 48G 4SFP+ Smart-Managed Switch?
Key specifications for the HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 48G 4SFP+ Smart-Managed Switch: form factor 1U Rackmount; interface 48× 1GbE RJ45 + 4× 10G SFP+; Limited Lifetime support; new condition. Manufacturer part number JL685A. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 48G 4SFP+ Smart-Managed Switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 48G 4SFP+ Smart-Managed Switch interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.