HP-JL815A

HP Aruba Instant On 1830 48x Gigabit 24p Class4 PoE 4x SFP 370W Switch

HP JL815A Aruba Instant On 1830 48x Gigabit 24p Class4 PoE 4x SFP 370W Switch, 48x RJ-45 10/100/1000 Class 4 PoE Ports, 4x SFP 1GbE Ports, 104 Gbps switching capacity, 370W PoE capability

Overview:

Aruba Instant On 1830 48G 24p Class 4 PoE 4SFP 370W Switch
Aruba Instant On 1830 Switch Series provides an easy to use and affordable wired solution for networks supporting IT, mobile, and cloud applications.

This affordable and easy-to-deploy smart-managed switch series is ideal for small businesses looking for cost-effective wired infrastructure to keep up with evolving network demands. These entry-level, smart-managed switches offer Layer 2 switching capabilities, Gigabit connectivity, along with flexible management modes - all at an affordable price point. With a flexible management dashboard, Power over Ethernet (PoE) options, and energy-efficient features, these switches deliver a solid business network for SMBs with limited budgets.

Description:

The HP JL815A Aruba Instant On 1830 is a 48-port Gigabit smart-managed network switch designed for small businesses, offices and growing network environments. It provides 48 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports, with 24 ports supporting Class 4 PoE, plus four dedicated 1GbE SFP ports for fibre connectivity and network uplinks. With a 370W PoE power budget and 104 Gbps switching capacity, the switch can connect and power devices such as wireless access points, IP surveillance cameras and VoIP phones while providing reliable wired network performance.

Network management is designed to be straightforward, with Aruba Instant On cloud management available through a mobile app or web portal, alongside a local web-based management interface. Built-in Layer 2 functionality, VLAN support, security controls and energy-saving technologies make the Aruba Instant On 1830 a practical choice for businesses that need dependable connectivity without the complexity of a traditional enterprise network.

Features:

Aruba Instant On 1830 Gigabit Connectivity
The Aruba Instant On 1830 Switch Series is designed as a smart-managed Layer 2 Ethernet solution for small and growing businesses. The range includes 8-port, 24-port and 48-port models, with both non-PoE and Class 4 PoE options.

This HP JL815A model provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, making it suitable for connecting computers, printers, access points, cameras, phones, servers and other network devices. Four dedicated 1G SFP ports provide additional fibre connectivity and help reduce potential traffic bottlenecks between network segments.

Key connectivity details include:

• 48x RJ-45 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports
• 24x Class 4 PoE ports
• 4x 1GbE SFP fibre ports
• 104 Gbps switching capacity
• 370W total PoE power budget
• Up to 30W PoE power delivery per supported Class 4 PoE port

Power PoE Support for Business Devices
The 24 PoE-enabled ports can deliver power and network connectivity through a single Ethernet cable. This makes the switch particularly useful for installations where devices such as wireless access points, IP cameras and VoIP phones need to be deployed without separate power cables at every location.

With a 370W PoE budget, the HP JL815A can support multiple connected PoE devices while helping simplify cabling and installation requirements. PoE is especially useful in offices, retail environments, security installations and other business networks where devices may be installed away from convenient electrical outlets.

Simple Network Deployment and Management
The Aruba Instant On 1830 series is designed for straightforward installation and administration. Its plug-and-play approach allows businesses to deploy a managed Gigabit network without the complexity often associated with larger enterprise switches.

Network administrators can choose between Aruba Instant On cloud management through the mobile app or web portal and a local web-based management interface. This provides flexibility for businesses that need either remote network administration or direct local control.

The cloud-based management approach can be particularly useful for small businesses and IT teams managing networks across different locations.

Network Security and Layer 2 Control
The Aruba Instant On 1830 includes a range of security and traffic management capabilities intended to help protect business networks and control access to connected devices.

Security and network management capabilities include:

• IEEE 802.1X authentication
• RADIUS server support for user and device authentication
• VLAN support
• Global Storm Control
• Trusted Platform Module based security
• Automatic denial-of-service monitoring and protection

These controls help businesses restrict unauthorized access, segment network traffic and improve overall network security.

Energy Efficient Network Operation
The Aruba Instant On 1830 series incorporates energy-saving technologies designed to reduce unnecessary power consumption. Energy Efficient Ethernet complies with the IEEE 802.3az standard and helps reduce energy use during periods of low network activity.

PoE scheduling also allows administrators to specify when power should be supplied to connected devices. For example, wireless access points, surveillance cameras or other PoE equipment can be configured to operate according to defined business hours or schedules.

Designed for Small Business Networks
The HP JL815A is well suited to businesses that require a high port count, Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and integrated PoE without moving into a more complex enterprise switching platform. Its combination of 48 network ports, 24 PoE ports, four SFP uplink ports and a 370W PoE budget provides flexibility for expanding wired and wireless infrastructure.

The switch can be used as part of a business network supporting computers, printers, wireless access points, IP cameras, VoIP phones and other Ethernet-connected devices.

Technical Details

• Product: HP JL815A Aruba Instant On 1830 48G 24p Class 4 PoE 4SFP 370W Switch
• Part Number / SKU: HP-JL815A
• Ethernet Ports: 48x RJ-45 10/100/1000
• PoE Ports: 24x Class 4 PoE
• SFP Ports: 4x 1GbE SFP
• Switching Capacity: 104 Gbps
• PoE Power Budget: 370W
• PoE Output: Up to 30W per supported Class 4 PoE port
• Management: Aruba Instant On cloud management, mobile app, web portal and local web GUI
• Network Layer: Layer 2
• Security: IEEE 802.1X, RADIUS, VLANs, Global Storm Control and DoS protection
• Energy Efficiency: Energy Efficient Ethernet and PoE scheduling

Why Choose the HP JL815A Aruba Instant On 1830
For a small or medium-sized business that needs more than basic unmanaged switching, the Aruba Instant On 1830 provides a useful balance between functionality, performance and ease of administration. The 48-port design gives plenty of room for network expansion, while 24 Class 4 PoE ports allow compatible devices to receive both data and power through Ethernet.

The four 1GbE SFP ports add flexibility for fibre-based network connections, while cloud and local management options make the switch easier to monitor and configure. With its 104 Gbps switching capacity and 370W PoE budget, the HP JL815A is a practical foundation for modern business networks.

Ideal Applications
The HP JL815A Aruba Instant On 1830 can be used for a variety of business networking requirements, including:

• Small and medium-sized business networks
• Office Ethernet infrastructure
• IP surveillance camera systems
• VoIP telephone deployments
• Wireless access point installations
• Network expansion and fibre uplinks
• Retail and commercial networks
• Managed Gigabit Ethernet environments

Specifications:

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Specifications
Product Code	HP-JL815A
Product Differentiator (long)	Entry-level, smart-managed, Gigabit Layer 2 switches. Easy-to-deploy, secure and affordable switches, designed for small businesses?looking for cost-effective solution with evolving networking demands. Using the Instant On mobile app or the cloud-based web portal, quickly setup, monitor and manage the 1830 switches. Can also manage the device through the local web GUI. This model has 48 10/100/1000 RJ-45 and 4 SFP 1GbE ports, and provides 370 W of Class 4 PoE power.
Power Consumption Description	Maximum: 100-127V: 462.5W 200-220V: 452.5W, Idle: 100-127V: 25.8W 200-220V: 25.4W
Input Voltage	100 - 240 VAC
External I/O Ports	48 RJ-45 10/100/1000 Class 4 PoE ports, 4 SFP 1GbE ports
Switching Capacity	104 Gbps
Throughput	77.37 Mpps
Memory and Processor	ARM Cortex-A9 @ 800MHz, 512 MB SDRAM, 256 MB flash, packet buffer: 1.5 MB
PoE Capability	370W
Management Features	Aruba Instant On Cloud, Web browser, SNMP Manager
Weight (imperial)	10.90 lb
Weight (metric)	4.94 kg
Product Dimensions (imperial)	13.82 x 17.44 x 1.73 in
Product Dimensions (metric)	35.10 x 44.30 x 4.39 cm