HPE R8R48-61021

Aruba Instant On 1430 PoE Ethernet Switch (16×1 Gb PoE Class 4 + 124 W Budget)

The HPE Aruba R8R48-61021 Instant On 1430 is a simple, reliable unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch delivering 16 PoE Class 4 ports and a total power budget of 124 W. Designed for small offices and home environments, this compact switch requires zero configuration and supports plug-and-play deployment—perfect for powering access points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones without complex setup. Its fan-less and energy-efficient design ensures whisper-quiet operation, ideal for noise-sensitive spaces. Covered under an HPE Instant On limited lifetime warranty with 24×7 chat support and 90-day live support, this model offers enterprise-grade reliability in an easy-to-manage form.

Features

Housed in a compact chassis with a 1U rack-mountable design (wall, tabletop, or under-table mountable with included brackets), this switch fits seamlessly into small setups. It features 16×10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 ports, all delivering PoE Class 4 power (up to 30 W each) with a combined budget of 124 W. This unmanaged switch requires no configuration—simply connect and it runs, with features like auto MDI/MDI-X, QoS prioritization, and Energy Efficient Ethernet built-in.

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Fan-less design ensures silent operation, while a power-efficient architecture reduces energy consumption—a crucial advantage for small office or retail environments. With a switching capacity of around 32 Gbps and throughput near 23.8 Mpps, it handles typical Gigabit workloads smoothly. The installation is truly “set it and forget it,” backed by an HPE limited lifetime warranty and ongoing chat and phone supportBuilt for reliability, the Instant On 1430 switch eliminates complexity by offering an unmanaged, zero-configuration setup—ideal for non-IT users or hands-off deployments. Its energy-efficient and fan-less design ensures silent operation, robust thermal performance, and lower operating costs. With GB-speed connectivity across all ports and a respectable switch fabric (32 Gbps), it maintains smooth data flow in PoE-heavy scenarios—ideal for small offices, retail, or remote locations