Detailed Specifications
HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 JL681A - 8-Port Gigabit PoE+ Managed Switch with 2 SFP Uplinks
Overview
The HPE Aruba Instant On 1930 JL681A is an 8-port Gigabit smart-managed switch designed specifically for small businesses and branch offices requiring simple deployment without sacrificing enterprise features. It delivers 124W of Class 4 PoE+ power across eight RJ45 ports for powering wireless access points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones, plus two dedicated SFP Gigabit fiber uplinks for connecting to core network infrastructure. This switch offers dual management options through the Instant On mobile app and cloud portal for remote configuration, or traditional local web GUI for on-premise administration. Built on Aruba's Layer 2+ platform with VLAN support, link aggregation, and IEEE 802.1X authentication, the JL681A provides enterprise-grade security and performance in a compact, fanless design suitable for desktop or rack mounting.
Key Features
- 124W PoE+ budget delivers 30W per port across all eight RJ45 ports for simultaneous powering of IP cameras and access points
- Two dedicated 1GbE SFP fiber uplinks provide flexible connectivity to core switches without consuming copper ports
- Dual management modes via Instant On cloud app for remote access or local web GUI for traditional on-premise control
- Fanless operation with compact 1U design supports desktop, wall-mount, or rack installation in noise-sensitive environments
Technical Specifications
| Brand | HPE Aruba |
| Part Number | JL681A |
| Product Type | Smart Managed Layer 2+ Switch |
| Port Configuration | 8x 1GbE PoE+ RJ45, 2x 1GbE SFP |
| PoE Power Budget | 124W PoE+ (802.3at, 30W per port) |
| Switching Capacity | 20 Gbps, 14.88 Mpps |
| Management | Instant On app, Cloud portal, Local web GUI |
| Power Requirements | 150.2W max, 11.7W idle, 100-240 VAC |
| Dimensions & Weight | 1U rackmount, fanless operation |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty |
