Aruba 2540 24G PoE+ 4SFP+ IoT Ready Cloud-Managed Access Switch (JL356A)
The Aruba 2540 24G PoE+ Switch (JL356A) is a versatile Layer 2 access switch engineered for the modern digital workplace. Featuring 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 10GbE SFP+ uplink ports, this enterprise-grade switch delivers exceptional network performance while supporting advanced IoT connectivity and cloud management capabilities through Aruba Central.
Advanced Network Management and Security Features
Experience seamless network administration with integrated support for Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager and Aruba AirWave management tools. This IoT-ready switch enables enhanced access security, ACLs, and traffic prioritization, making it ideal for enterprise deployments. The inclusion of sFlow and IPv6 host support ensures future-proof networking capabilities.
Cloud Management Capabilities
Leverage the power of Aruba Central cloud management platform to streamline remote deployment and maintenance. Perfect for organizations with limited IT resources, this switch enables quick setup of remote branch sites with minimal technical intervention.
Comprehensive Connectivity Options
The switch offers:
- 24 x Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ capability
- 4 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports
- Support for both optical fiber and twisted pair media
- Multiple network technologies: 1000Base-X, 10/100/1000Base-T, and 10GBase-X
Enterprise-Grade Physical Design
Engineered for reliable enterprise deployment, this 1U rack-mountable switch features:
- Compact dimensions: 1.7" (H) x 17.4" (W) x 12" (D)
- Lightweight construction at 8.60 lb
- Professional rack-mounting capability
- Built-in power supply
Ideal Applications
The Aruba 2540 switch is perfectly suited for:
- Enterprise campus networks
- Remote branch offices
- IoT device connectivity
- Cloud-managed network deployments
- PoE+ powered device support