HPE Aruba Instant On 1940 - 8-Port Power over Ethernet Smart-managed Layer 2+ Switch

The HPE Aruba Instant On 1940 8-Port PoE Smart-Managed Switch is a plug-and-play device designed to expand wired network capacity. It features 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports for standard hardware connections, with 4 ports providing Power over Ethernet (PoE) and a total power budget of 120 W. This allows IP cameras and wireless access points to draw power directly through the network cable. As a Layer 2+ smart-managed switch, the unit provides more control than a basic unmanaged hub, with tools available for deployment in branch offices.

In addition to its copper ports, the switch includes 2 SFP+ slots for connection to core networks or fiber-optic links. These optical uplinks support speeds of up to 10 Gbit/s, allowing for high-bandwidth local traffic. The device helps reduce cable clutter by powering peripherals directly, while its management features allow for ongoing network monitoring as requirements change.

• 8 RJ-45 ports for Gigabit Ethernet at speeds up to 1000 Mbps.
• 4 Class 6 Power over Ethernet ports to power connected devices without external AC adapters.
• 120 W total PoE power budget to support multiple access points simultaneously.
• 2 SFP+ expansion slots for fiber-optic core network links.
• 10G uplink support for high-bandwidth connections.
• Layer 2+ smart-management for basic traffic monitoring and configuration.