HPE JL681A

Instant On 1930 - 8-Port Gigabit Class 4 PoE 2-Port SFP Smart-Managed Switch

The HPE Aruba JL681A Instant On 1930 is a compact, smart-managed switch ideal for small businesses, home offices, or retail environments. With 8 PoE+ Gigabit ports and 2 SFP uplinks, it delivers reliable power and connectivity forWi-Fi APs, security cameras, IP phones, and more×backed by Aruba's easy-to-use management tools.

Features

Part of the Aruba Instant On 1930 series, the JL681A offers 124 W total PoE budget to power multiple edge devices without needing separate injectors. It supports VLAN segmentation, link aggregation, and DoS mitigation×helping small IT teams manage business networks efficiently.

Advanced Options

You can administer the switch either via the Instant On cloud/mobile app or using the onboard web GUI. Dedicated SFP ports allow uplink flexibility×full gigabit fiber links to your core network, ensuring stable backbone connectivity.

Product Key Features

• 8× 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit RJ-45 ports with Class 4 PoE (up to 30 W per port)

• 2× dedicated 1 G SFP uplink ports for fiber or copper modules

• Smart-managed Layer 2+ switch with Plug-and-Play simplicity

• Enterprise-grade security: VLANs, 802.1X, DoS protection

• Cloud/mobile or local web GUI management via Instant On platform

• Compact and fanless for silent deployment in offices or small rack installs

Reliability & Performance

Built for always-on environments, this switch features energy-efficient Ethernet and a silent, fanless design×perfect for noise-sensitive spaces. Its hardware forwarding engine delivers up to 20 Gbps switching and 14.88 Mpps forwarding performance for dependable, low-latency throughputWith Aruba's integrated security controls, it defends against network threats and secures wired access.

Key Features :

• 8× 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 PoE+ ports (Class 4, 124 W total)

• 2× 1 G SFP uplink ports

• Smart-managed Layer 2+: VLANs, STP, link-aggregation, DoS protection

• Ethernet efficiency: Energy Efficient Ethernet support

• Management via cloud app or local web GUI

• Fanless, silent operation, 1U form-factor

Specification	Details
Model Number	JL681A
Series	Aruba Instant On 1930
Product Type	Smart-Managed Layer 2+ Gigabit Switch with PoE+
RJ-45 Ports	8× 10/100/1000 Mbps (auto-sensing, PoE Class 4)
PoE Power Budget	124 W total
Uplink Ports	2× 1 G SFP
Switching Capacity	20 Gbps
Forwarding Rate	14.88 Mpps
Packet Buffer	1.5 MB
Management Interfaces	Instant On Cloud/Web App, local GUI
Security Features	VLAN, 802.1X, DoS protection, link aggregation, STP
Energy Features	IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet
Dimensions (W×D×H)	10″ × 10″ × 1.73″ (254 × 254 × 44 mm)
Weight	~7.2 lbs (3.27 kg)
Power Consumption	11.7 W idle; ~150 W max (with PoE)