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JL260A Overview
JL260A is engineered with a high-performance architecture that seamlessly integrates robust processing capabilities with flexible power options, including both redundant and AC power supply configurations. It is equipped with a versatile array of Ethernet and SFP uplink ports, designed to support stacking, ensuring scalable connectivity and reliable performance for diverse networking environments.
The JL260A supports advanced management and layer 2/3 functionalities, enabling efficient network expansion and low-latency operations. Its targeted design addresses critical use cases in enterprise, data center, and edge deployments by delivering high throughput, minimized downtime, and adaptability to evolving infrastructure demands.
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JL260A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 150W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- JL260A
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 fixed Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 32 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 64 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 128 Gbps
- Product Name
- JL260A High Performance Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 12 inches
- Weight
- 10 lbs
JL260A Use Case
Branch Office Unified Communications with Aruba JL260A 2930F 48G 4SFP Switch
In a 50-user branch office deploying VoIP phones and Wi-Fi 6 access points, the Aruba JL260A 2930F 48G 4SFP Switch delivers 740W PoE+ power across 48 ports and four 10Gb SFP+ uplinks. IT can segment voice, video and data VLANs, enforce ACL security policies and automate QoS for crystal-clear calls. Benefit: simplified plug-and-play deployment with centralized Aruba NetEdit management, robust traffic isolation and guaranteed uptime for mission-critical communications.
Campus Network Aggregation & Layer-3 Routing at Education Institutions
A university campus connects 10 buildings via fiber trunks into a central wiring closet using the Aruba 2930F JL260A switch in a Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) stack. Advanced Layer-3 routing and OSPF enable dynamic path selection, while Aruba ClearPass integration enforces role-based access for students and staff. Benefit: scalable, high-availability network fabric with sub-millisecond failover, streamlined policy compliance and reduced operational overhead.
High-Density Server Access in SMB Data Centers
An SMB data center aggregates 20 rack servers running virtualized workloads using the Aruba JL260A-Aruba 2930F 48G 4SFP switch. Four 10Gb SFP+ connections uplink to the core spine, delivering sub-5µs latency and 176 Gbps switching capacity. Built-in RADIUS authentication and EQoS ensure secure, prioritized traffic for VMs and storage replication. Benefit: optimized resource utilization, predictable application performance and simplified end-to-end security management.
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Product Comparison Table 
| JL260A |  JL558A |  JL254A |  JL557A |  JL255A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12 inches | 12 inches | 11 inches | 12 inches | 12 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 32 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1 inches | 1 inch |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Base | IP Services | LAN Base |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JL260A | JL558A | JL254A | JL557A | JL255A |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 8 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 fixed Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x SFP ports | 4 integrated SFP slots and 24 Ethernet ports | 24 fixed Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | N/A |
| Power Consumption | 150W | 120W | 35 W | 150 W | 72 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | JL260A High Performance Switch | JL558A Enterprise Stackable Gigabit Switch | JL254A High-Performance Modular Switch | JL557A Enterprise Rack Switch | JL255A Enterprise Network Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 64 Gbps | 64 Gbps | 56 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 112 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 256 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G / 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 10 lbs | 15 lbs | 8 lbs | 15 lbs | 8 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Zubair Whitfield
4
Stable performance with low latency.
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Andreas Mikkelsen
5
Straightforward deployment experience.
R
Rameez Patterson
4
Handled daily workloads without issues.
P
Philip Norton
5
Consistent Aruba quality and reliability.
Questions & Answers
What is the Aruba 2930F 48G 4SFP Switch (SKU: JL260A)?
The Aruba 2930F (JL260A) is a stackable Layer 3 access switch offering 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplinks, designed for enterprise edge and SMB deployments.
What are the key performance specifications of the Aruba 2930F 48G 4SFP?
The JL260A delivers 176 Gbps switching capacity, 130.95 Mpps forwarding performance, and hardware-based QoS and ACLs for high-throughput, low-latency networks.
Does the Aruba 2930F 48G 4SFP support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
The standard JL260A model does not include PoE; PoE+ support is available on Aruba 2930F PoE variants, not on the 48G 4SFP SKU.
What uplink options are available on the JL260A switch?
The Aruba 2930F 48G 4SFP features four fixed 1-GbE SFP uplinks, supporting fiber connectivity and link aggregation for resilient uplink performance.
Can I stack multiple Aruba 2930F 48G 4SFP switches?
Yes, JL260A supports Aruba’s Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) stacking technology, enabling up to 4 units per stack for simplified management and high availability.
Which operating system runs on the Aruba 2930F 48G 4SFP?
The switch runs ArubaOS-Switch, offering a consistent CLI, web-based GUI, and integration with Aruba Central for unified campus and branch management.
What security features are built into the Aruba 2930F 48G 4SFP?
The JL260A includes Aruba Policy Enforcement Firewall (PEF), MAC-based authentication, Dynamic ARP Inspection, and IPv4/IPv6 ACLs for comprehensive edge security.
How energy efficient is the Aruba 2930F 48G 4SFP?
The Aruba 2930F uses Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) and an efficient power supply to minimize consumption, with typical draw under 40W in non-PoE configurations.
What management tools are available for the JL260A switch?
You can manage the Aruba 2930F via Aruba Central cloud management, on-box Web GUI, CLI, or SNMP, providing flexible monitoring and configuration options.
What licensing model does the Aruba 2930F 48G 4SFP use?
The JL260A includes foundational features under ArubaOS-Switch; advanced services such as Policy Enforcement Firewall are activated via AOS-Switch optional license keys.
How many VLANs and ACLs does the Aruba 2930F support?
The switch supports up to 512 static VLANs, 40,000 MAC addresses, and 4,000 hardware-accelerated IPv4/IPv6 ACL entries for scalable segmentation.
What warranty and support are included with SKU JL260A?
The Aruba 2930F includes a limited lifetime warranty with next-business-day hardware replacement and 90 days of software updates; ArubaCare support options are available.
Which power supply options are compatible with the JL260A?
The Aruba 2930F 48G 4SFP ships with an internal fixed AC power supply (100–240V), with optional redundant external PSUs on select chassis variants.
What deployment scenarios suit the Aruba 2930F 48G 4SFP?
The JL260A is ideal for enterprise edge, branch office, campus wiring closets, and SMB networks requiring high port density and advanced Layer 3 features.
How does the Aruba 2930F compare to Cisco Catalyst 2960 switches?
Compared to the Cisco Catalyst 2960, the Aruba 2930F offers higher stacking bandwidth via VSF, integrated Aruba Central support, and a simpler licensing model.
Is the Aruba 2930F 48G 4SFP suitable for IP surveillance or Wi-Fi backhaul?
Yes, with 48 Gigabit access ports and 4 SFP uplinks, the JL260A can aggregate PoE switch uplinks and IP camera streams or Wi-Fi AP backhaul when paired with PoE midspan.