The HPE Aruba Networking 2930F 12G PoE 2G/2SFP Switch (model JL693A) is a compact, fanless Layer 3 access switch with 12 Gigabit PoE ports and dual 1 G / 10 G SFP uplinks. It’s ideal for small deployments, branch offices, and edge environments requiring robust performance, intelligent segmentation, and quiet operation. Detailed Specifications Ports & Interfaces 12 × RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps ports with PoE (IEEE 802.3at) 2 × SFP uplinks supporting 1G or 10G fiber Console / management port for local access Fanless design (no moving parts) Switching & Performance Switching capacity: 68 Gbps Forwarding rate: ~41.7 million packets per second (Mpps) Latency: ~3.8 µs on 1G ports, ~1.6 µs on 10G links Buffering: Shared packet buffering across ports Junction to uplink: Non-blocking architecture Power & PoE PoE power budget: ~139 W total Up to 30 W per port (negotiated) Power management: prioritization, scheduling Layer 2 / Layer 3 & Features Layer 2: VLAN, MSTP / RSTP, LACP, IGMP Snooping Layer 3: Static routing, RIP, Access OSPF IPv6 support and dual-stack operation ACLs, QoS, security controls (802.1X, DHCP snooping, etc.) VSF (Virtual Switching Framework) stacking up to 8 switches Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP) support Physical & Environmental Fanless, compact 1U rack-mount design Silent operation—no noise from cooling fans Internal AC power supply Typical commercial operating temperature Key Features 12 Gigabit PoE ports and 2 SFP uplink ports Fanless design for silent, low-maintenance deployment ~68 Gbps switching capacity and ~41.7 Mpps throughput ~139 W PoE budget for powering access devices Full Layer 3 routing (static, RIP, OSPF) and stacking (VSF) Security and QoS features built in Ideal for small offices, access edge, or branch network use Meta Description The HPE Aruba Networking 2930F 12G PoE 2G/2SFP Switch is a compact fanless Layer 3 switch with 12 PoE ports, 2 × 10G uplinks, ~68 Gbps switching, ~139 W PoE budget, full routing, stacking, and silent operation—perfect for branch and edge deployments. Data Sheet
