Hewlett Packard Enterprise Aruba 2540 48G 4SFP+ Managed L2 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) 1U Grey JL355A

The Aruba 2540 48G 4SFP+ Switch is designed for the digital workplace and optimized for mobile users. It features advanced security and network management tools such as Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager and Aruba AirWave, making it easy to deploy and manage. With support from cloud-based Aruba Central, you can set up remote branch sites quickly, with minimal IT support. This layer 2 access switch is ideal for enterprise campuses, SMBs, and branch offices, offering built-in 10GbE uplinks, robust QoS, static and RIP routing, and IPv6 support, along with PoE+ models that require no software licensing.

The switch simplifies operations with its cloud-manageable access layer capabilities, delivering essential features for enterprise campuses, SMBs, and branch offices. It is easy to deploy and manage with Aruba AirWave, Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager, and Aruba Central. The switch provides optimal configuration automatically when connected to Aruba access points, accommodates PoE priority, VLAN configuration, and rogue AP containment. Zero Touch Provisioning allows for a seamless deployment experience in locations with limited technical resources. It includes built-in wire speed 10GbE uplinks and PoE+ models for exceptional network access performance, supporting robust Layer 2 features such as static and RIP routing, ACLs, sFlow, and IPv6 without additional software licensing.

Designed with performance and power at the edge, the switch features a powerful Aruba ProVision ASIC, offering low latency, increased packet buffering, and adaptive power consumption. It enhances performance with selectable queue configurations and associated memory buffering tailored to specific network application requirements. The switch supports up to 370 W of internal PoE+ power across all access ports for wireless APs, cameras, and IoT devices, while built-in 10GbE uplinks reduce congestion to aggregation/core switches.

Security and Quality of Service (QoS) are key strengths, as the switch incorporates features that adapt to evolving corporate policies and compliance needs while safeguarding data from internal and external threats. It offers flexible authentication options with standards-based security protocols like 802.1X, MAC, and Web Authentication to boost security and policy-driven application authentication. The switch includes powerful multilevel-access security controls such as source-port filtering, RADIUS/TACACS+, SSL, Port Security, and MAC address lockout.

The integrated wired/wireless management feature of the Aruba 2540 Switch Series supports Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager for unified and consistent policy management between wired and wireless users. It simplifies the implementation and management of guest logins, user onboarding, network access, security, QoS, and other network policies. The switch supports Aruba AirWave and Aruba Central for a unified platform for Zero Touch Provisioning, management, and monitoring of wired and wireless networks. It features a built-in, programmable, and user-friendly REST API interface for configuration automation in Mobile-first campus networks. Additionally, RMON and sFlow provide advanced monitoring and reporting capabilities for statistics, history, alarms, and events. Whether using cloud-based Central or on-premise AirWave, the switch ensures consistent management across platforms without needing to replace existing switching infrastructure.