Description

The HPE Aruba 2530-8G-PoE+ Switch (J9774A) is a compact, fully managed Layer 2 Ethernet switch designed to deliver secure, reliable, and cost-effective network connectivity for small to medium-sized businesses. As part of HPE’s Aruba networking portfolio, this switch provides enterprise-grade features in a space-saving form factor, making it ideal for branch offices and edge deployments.

Equipped with 8 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and 2 dual-personality uplink ports, the switch enables seamless integration of network devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras. With a PoE budget of up to 67W, it simplifies infrastructure by delivering both power and data over a single cable.

The Aruba 2530 series is known for its ease of use, offering flexible management options including web GUI, CLI, SNMP, and cloud-based tools. Advanced Layer 2 capabilities such as VLAN support, QoS, and traffic prioritization ensure optimized network performance for modern workloads.

With fanless operation and energy-efficient design, this switch is ideal for quiet office environments while maintaining consistent performance and reliability. It is a trusted solution for businesses looking to build scalable and secure network infrastructures.

Overview:

The HPE J9774A is a managed Layer 2 network switch designed for enterprise edge and SMB environments. It provides high-performance connectivity with PoE+ support, enabling both data and power delivery to connected devices.

Performance & Hardware:

• Ports: 8 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports
• Uplinks: 2 × dual-personality ports (RJ-45 or SFP)
• Switching Capacity: 20 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: 14.8 Mpps
• PoE Budget: 67W
• Layer: Layer 2 managed switch
• Form Factor: Desktop, rack-mountable, wall-mountable
• Cooling: Fanless design for silent operation

Use Cases:

• Small and medium business networks
• Branch office connectivity
• Powering IP phones, CCTV cameras, and access points
• Edge networking for enterprise environments
• VLAN segmentation and traffic management

HPE Ecosystem Integration:

• HPE iLO: Not applicable (network device)
• HPE OneView: Limited integration for network monitoring
• HPE GreenLake: Supports hybrid IT environments with scalable networking
• HPE InfoSight: Enhances network visibility and analytics within HPE ecosystems

Key Features:

• PoE+ Capability – Powers devices like IP phones and access points
• Gigabit Connectivity – 8 high-speed Ethernet ports
• Flexible Uplinks – Dual-personality SFP/RJ-45 ports
• Layer 2 Management – VLANs, QoS, and traffic control
• Fanless Design – Silent and energy-efficient operation