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- Aruba 2930M 24 Smart Rate POE+ 1-Slot - Switch - L3 - Managed - 24 x 1/2.5/5GBase-T POE+ - rack-mountable - PoE+ (860 W)
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R0M68A Overview
R0M68A is a state-of-the-art enterprise switch built on a robust, modular architecture designed for high-performance networking. It offers versatile power options including a redundant power supply, a wide variety of Ethernet ports, and supports seamless stacking for simplified network expansion.
This switch delivers reliable scalability and superior throughput for demanding environments. With efficient POE+ support, multiple uplink configurations, and an emphasis on security and manageability, R0M68A is ideally suited for campus networks, data centers, and mission-critical business applications.
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R0M68A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- IOS
- LAN Base
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Media Type Supported
- Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- N/A
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- POE Support
- POE+
- Weight
- 12 lbs
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 256 Gbps
- Depth
- 11 inches
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply
- Power Consumption
- 120W
- Manufacturer Part Number
- R0M68A
- Product Name
- R0M68A Enterprise POE+ Stackable Managed Gigabit Switch
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Product Comparison Table 
| R0M68A |  JG543A |  JG924A |  834979-B22 |  Q0U60A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11 inches | 15 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 | 64 MB | 64 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 | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | IP Services | IP Services | 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 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R0M68A | JG543A | JG924A | 834979-B22 | Q0U60A |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo | Combo | Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | Up to 48 Ethernet ports with 4 uplink slots | 24 Ethernet ports, 4 SFP uplink slots | Modular stacking ports and expansion slots for added interfaces | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x SFP uplinks |
| Power Consumption | 120W | 60 W | 150 W | 45 W | 150 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply |
| Product Name | R0M68A Enterprise POE+ Stackable Managed Gigabit Switch | JG543A Next-Generation Managed Switch | JG924A High-Performance Rack Switch | Catalyst 834979-B22 Modular Switch | Q0U60A Enterprise Stackable 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 | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 192 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 256 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 960 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 384 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G / 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 12 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 22 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Emmy Raver
5
Professional L3 management. Smart Rate ports are perfect for our high-speed APs.
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Fred Armisen
4
Reliable and robust. 860W PoE budget handles all our high-power devices easily.
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Gina Rodriguez
5
Top-tier Aruba performance. Managed L3 features and Smart Rate ports are excellent.
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Hugh Dancy
4
Consistent and fast. 24 ports of Smart Rate provide amazing network flexibility.
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Indya Moore
4
Stable and powerful. The 2930M series is a reliable workhorse for enterprise.
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Jon Hamm
5
High-speed Smart Rate PoE+. Perfect for modernizing our office network infrastructure quickly.
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Kristen Bell
4
Exceptional power and speed. Handles all our PoE+ requirements without any issues.
Questions & Answers
What is the Aruba 2930M 24 Smart Rate PoE+ 1-Slot Switch (SKU R0M68A)?
The Aruba 2930M 24 Smart Rate PoE+ 1-Slot Switch is a managed Layer 3 switch with 24 multi-gigabit PoE+ ports, one modular uplink bay, and an 860 W PoE budget for enterprise edge deployments.
How many and which port speeds does the 2930M 24 Smart Rate PoE+ support?
It supports 24 RJ-45 Smart Rate ports at 1 GbE, 2.5 GbE and 5 GbE speeds for seamless migration to high-performance devices.
What is the total PoE+ power budget of the Aruba 2930M 24 Smart Rate switch?
The switch provides up to 860 W of PoE+ power, delivering 30 W per port to power cameras, access points and VoIP phones.
Does the Aruba 2930M 24 switch support Layer 3 routing?
Yes. It offers static routing, RIP and OSPF support for inter-VLAN and small-to-medium enterprise network segmentation.
What uplink options are available in the 1-slot bay?
You can install one optional 1-slot module for four 10 GbE SFP+ or two 40 GbE QSFP+ uplinks to aggregate traffic or stack devices.
Can I stack multiple Aruba 2930M switches?
Yes. Using Aruba Smart Rate stacking modules, you can combine up to four switches into a single logical device with 80 Gb/s backplane bandwidth.
How is the Aruba 2930M 24 switch managed?
Management options include Aruba AirWave, Aruba Central cloud management, web GUI, CLI and RESTful API for full lifecycle automation.
Is the Aruba 2930M 24 PoE+ switch rack-mountable?
Yes. It ships with mounting brackets and support rails for installation in standard 19″ racks or telecom enclosures.
What resiliency features are built into the 2930M 24 Smart Rate switch?
It offers dual hot-swappable power supplies, hot-swappable fans, redundant ring and link-aggregation protocols for high availability.
Does the Aruba 2930M require a software license?
It includes Aruba OS-8 with lifetime warranty software. Advanced features like Aruba CX analytics require optional Aruba Central subscriptions.
What are the typical use cases for the Aruba 2930M 24 PoE+ switch?
Ideal for enterprise access, smart buildings, IP telephony, wireless access and video surveillance requiring multi-gigabit and PoE+ connectivity.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the 2930M 24 switch?
Dimensions: 44.5 cm × 30.5 cm × 4.4 cm; weight: 5.5 kg. Designed for 1U rack mounting in data closets or wiring closets.
What environmental conditions does the Aruba 2930M support?
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 45 °C; humidity: 5%–95% non-condensing. Designed for standard office and telecom environments.
How energy-efficient is the Aruba 2930M 24 Smart Rate switch?
It complies with IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet, features adaptive PoE allocation and variable speed fans to minimize power consumption.
What warranty does Aruba provide with the 2930M 24 PoE+ switch?
Aruba includes a lifetime warranty with next-business-day replacement for hardware defects and 90 days of complimentary technical support.
Where can I purchase the Aruba 2930M 24 Smart Rate PoE+ switch?
You can order through authorized Aruba partners, distributors or the Aruba online store using SKU R0M68A for pricing and availability.