Description:

The HPE Aruba J9778A 2530-48-PoE+ switch is used in enterprise networking systems to provide reliable Layer 2 switching, Power over Ethernet (PoE+), and secure network access for small to mid-sized environments. Commonly installed in campus networks, branch offices, and distributed enterprise infrastructures where stable connectivity and efficient device power delivery are required. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this switch for network deployments, infrastructure upgrades, system expansion, and replacement of legacy switching hardware.

Applications:

The HPE Aruba J9778A is commonly used in enterprise campus networks, branch office environments, retail locations, and edge deployments where PoE-powered devices such as wireless access points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones require reliable connectivity and centralized management. It is designed for access-layer deployments supporting voice, video, and wireless infrastructure.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): J9778A
• Product Type: Managed Ethernet Switch (Layer 2)
• Series: Aruba 2530 Series
• Ports: 48 × 10/100 PoE+ Ethernet ports
• Uplink Ports: 2 × 10/100/1000 RJ-45 + 2 × SFP
• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3af/at PoE+ (up to 30W per port)
• Switching Capacity: 17.6 Gbps
• Throughput: Up to ~13 Mpps
• MAC Address Table: 16,000 entries
• Features: VLANs, ACLs, QoS, IPv6 support, sFlow monitoring
• Management: Web GUI, CLI, SNMP, Aruba AirWave, Aruba Central
• Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable
• Input Voltage: 100–240 VAC
• Application Environment: Enterprise edge, campus, and SMB network infrastructure

Common Replacements:

• Aruba 2540 48G PoE+ Switch
• Aruba 2930F 48G PoE+ Switch
• Aruba CX 6100 48G PoE Switch