Switch HPE Aruba Instant On 1960 48G 2XGT-SFP+

The HPE Aruba Instant On 1960 48G 2XGT-SFP+ Switch (JL809A) is a cloud-managed, Layer 2+ gigabit Ethernet switch designed for small and medium businesses. It offers 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 10G uplink ports (2x 10GBASE-T and 2x SFP+), providing high-performance connectivity for demanding networks. With a switching capacity of 176 Gbps and a throughput of 130.95 Mpps, this switch ensures smooth data flow for bandwidth-intensive applications.

Advantages

Easy cloud-based management via the Aruba Instant On mobile app or web portal, with a local web GUI for flexible configuration. Fan-cooled design ensures reliable operation in rackmount environments. Supports advanced features such as VLANs, link aggregation, QoS, and security protocols like 802.1X and ACLs.

Suitable for

• Small to medium businesses needing a high-density, managed switch
• Deployments requiring 10G uplinks for server or backbone connections
• Environments where cloud management simplifies IT operations

Key specifications

• 48x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 ports
• 2x 10GBASE-T RJ45 and 2x 10G SFP+ uplink ports
• Switching capacity: 176 Gbps
• Throughput: 130.95 Mpps
• MAC address table: 16,000 entries
• VLAN support: up to 256 VLANs
• Link aggregation: up to 8 LAGs, 8 ports per LAG
• Jumbo frame support: up to 9KB
• Form factor: 1U rackmount
• Internal AC power supply

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair with Aruba Instant On access points and use the cloud management platform for centralized monitoring and configuration.