The HPE Aruba Networking 2930M 40G 8 HPE Smart Rate PoE 1‑slot Switch is a high-performance, multi-gigabit access switch built for modern enterprise networks. Designed to deliver exceptional throughput, flexible power options, and modular uplink scalability, it’s ideal for high-density wireless, IoT, and converged edge deployments. Detailed Specifications Ports & Connectivity 8 × HPE Smart Rate ports supporting 1G / 2.5G / 5G / 10G speeds over copper All 8 ports support IEEE 802.3at PoE for powering access points, cameras, and VoIP devices 1 × modular uplink slot supporting 10G / 40G QSFP modules for flexible connectivity Stacking support for up to 10 switches using Aruba’s Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) Power & PoE PoE support with up to 30W per port Optional power supplies allow for higher total PoE power budgets (up to 1,440W depending on configuration) Smart power management for efficient energy use Dynamic PoE allocation based on connected devices Switching & Performance Switching capacity: 176 Gbps Forwarding rate: 131 Mpps (million packets per second) Non-blocking architecture ensures low latency and consistent throughput Supports jumbo frames and advanced QoS (Quality of Service) Layer 2 / Layer 3 Features Layer 2: VLANs, STP, RSTP, MSTP, LACP, LLDP, IGMP Snooping Layer 3: Static routing, RIP, OSPF, and IPv6 routing support Security: Access Control Lists (ACLs), 802.1X authentication, DHCP Snooping, IP Source Guard IPv6 ready with full dual-stack support Management & Automation Managed via Aruba Central, AirWave, CLI, or Web GUI Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) for fast deployment REST APIs for automation and integration Role-based access control for secure configuration Physical & Environmental 1U rack-mountable design Dual power supply support for redundancy Operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C Quiet operation suitable for office or branch environments Key Features 8 Smart Rate ports (1G/2.5G/5G/10G) with PoE capability Modular uplink slot supporting 10G or 40G expansion Up to 1,440W PoE budget with dual PSU configuration Advanced Layer 3 routing and security features Stackable up to 10 units with VSF technology Designed for high-density wireless and IoT edge networks Meta Description The HPE Aruba Networking 2930M 40G 8 HPE Smart Rate PoE 1‑slot Switch offers 8 multi-gigabit ports, modular uplinks, advanced Layer 3 routing, and high PoE capacity—perfect for enterprise networks needing scalable performance and flexibility. Data Sheet
