HPE Aruba Instant On 1960 12XGT 4XF Managed L2+ 10G/SFP+ Switch
Brand: HPE | Category: Network Switches
SKU: ARU-JL805A | Part #: JL805A | MPN: JL805A
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About the HPE Aruba Instant On 1960 12XGT 4XF Managed L2+ 10G/SFP+ Switch
The HPE Aruba Instant On 1960 12XGT 4XF switch delivers enterprise-class switching with a 320 Gbps fabric and 238.1 Mpps forwarding rate, enabling high-throughput, low-latency performance for bandwidth-intensive workloads. Built on HPE's proven switching architecture, this L2+ managed switch combines 12 × 10GBASE-T RJ45 ports with 4 × 10G SFP+ ports, providing flexible connectivity for modern data center and campus network environments. Part number JL805A offers network engineers a compact yet powerful solution that scales to support up to 512 active VLANs (802.1Q), with full support for spanning tree protocols (STP, RSTP, MSTP) and LACP link aggregation across up to 8 groups of 8 ports each.
Intelligence and control come through the Aruba Instant On management platform—available via cloud-based app and local web GUI—giving IT procurement teams and network operators unified visibility and provisioning. The switch maintains a 32,768-entry MAC address table, supports jumbo frames up to 9,198 bytes for storage and media workloads, and includes granular QoS with 802.1p and DSCP prioritization across 8 queues per port. Advanced filtering with IPv4 ACLs, IGMP snooping (v1, v2, v3), and full Layer 2+ capabilities round out a robust feature set designed for enterprise reliability. HPE's 1960 series delivers the performance and manageability required in today's hybrid IT environments. For pricing, specifications, and availability of HPE part number JL805A, please submit a request for quotation through Omnixon Global.
Typical Enterprise Deployments
- Core and aggregation switching for multi-building campus networks requiring high-speed, low-latency interconnect
- Data center east-west traffic between storage arrays, compute clusters, and backup infrastructure
- Media production and broadcast facilities demanding jumbo frame support and deterministic packet forwarding
- Converged infrastructure environments where unified management and VLAN segmentation drive operational efficiency
- Branch and remote-site aggregation with redundancy via spanning tree and link aggregation failover
Technical Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | ARU-JL805A |
| Part Number | JL805A |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | 1U |
| Interface | 12× 10GBase-T RJ45 + 4× 10G SFP+ |
| Speed | 10GbE |
| Series | 1960 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JL805A |
| Switch Type | Managed |
| Layer | L2+ (with static routing) |
| Total Ports | 16 |
| 10GBASE-T RJ45 Ports | 12 |
| 10G SFP+ Ports | 4 |
| Switching Capacity | 320 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 238.1 Mpps |
| MAC Address Table Size | 32,768 entries |
| Jumbo Frame Support | 9,198 bytes |
| VLANs | Up to 512 active VLANs (802.1Q) |
| Spanning Tree | STP, RSTP, MSTP (802.1D, 802.1w, 802.1s) |
| Link Aggregation | LACP 802.3ad, up to 8 groups with up to 8 ports per group |
| QoS | 802.1p, DSCP, 8 queues per port |
| IGMP Snooping | v1, v2, v3 |
| Access Control Lists | IPv4 and IPv4 ACLs supported |
| Management | Aruba Instant On app (cloud), local web GUI |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
| Power Supply | Internal |
Frequently Asked Questions about HPE Aruba Instant On 1960 12XGT 4XF Managed L2+ 10G/SFP+ Switch
What does the HPE Aruba Instant On 1960 12XGT 4XF Managed L2+ 10G/SFP+ Switch do?
The HPE Aruba Instant On 1960 12XGT 4XF Managed L2+ 10G/SFP+ 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 1960 12XGT 4XF Managed L2+ 10G/SFP+ Switch?
Key specifications for the HPE Aruba Instant On 1960 12XGT 4XF Managed L2+ 10G/SFP+ Switch: form factor 1U Rackmount; interface 12× 10GBase-T RJ45 + 4× 10G SFP+; Limited Lifetime support; new condition. Manufacturer part number JL805A. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the HPE Aruba Instant On 1960 12XGT 4XF Managed L2+ 10G/SFP+ Switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The HPE Aruba Instant On 1960 12XGT 4XF Managed L2+ 10G/SFP+ 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.