HPE Aruba Networking CX 4100i JL817A 12-Port 802.3bt PoE Switch with 2x 1/10G SFP+ (DIN-Rail Industrial)

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Managed, DIN-rail mountable, 12 x 1G ports, Fixed Uplinks (2 x SFP+), PoE+ (240W), Layer 2

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Product Name JL817A

Description HPE Aruba Networking CX 4100i, a 12-port Gigabit Ethernet switch with Class 4 and Class 6 PoE, and 2 SFP+ ports for high-performance industrial networking, designed for DIN rail mounting.

Switch Type Managed Layer 2 industrial switch (with limited Layer 3 static routing)

Total Ports 12 x 1GbE (8 x PoE Class 4, 4 x PoE Class 6), 2 x SFP+ (10Gbps)

PoE Budget Depends on external PSU (JL819A, JL820A, JL821A). Up to 240W/480W PoE available based on supply.

Uplink Ports 2 x 10G SFP+ slots

Management Cloud-based and local management via Aruba Central and Web GUI

Operating Temperature

-40°C to 60°C, 0m/s (-40°F to 140°F, 0 LFM)-40°C to 70°C, 0.2m/s (-40°F to 158°F, 40 LFM)-34°C to 75°C, 1m/s (-29.2°F to 167°F, 200 LFM)

Storage Temperature -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)

Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing

Dimensions

H:160 mm x W:113 mm x D:162.9 mm(D:173.5 mm w/DIN Rail Bracket)H:6.3” x W:4.4” x D:6.4”(D:6.8” w/DIN Rail Bracket)

Weight 3.71 kg (8.18 lbs)

Mounting Options DIN rail mount (DIN rail clip included)

Power Supply Redundant DC power inputs (48V DC nominal)

Cooling Passive cooling; integrated heater for extreme low temps

Usage Suitable for industrial environments, including manufacturing, transportation, and energy sectors

Durability IP30-rated for dust resistance, tested for continuous operation in harsh conditions

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Switching Capacity 64 Gbps

Forwarding Rate 46 Mpps

Latency 1,500,000 hours at 25°C

Power Efficiency 80 PLUS Gold certification for power supplies

Vibration Resistance Tested to withstand 2 Grms (5-500 Hz) as per IEC 60068-2-6

Shock Resistance Tested to withstand 30 G for 11 ms under IEC 60068-2-27

Redundancy Dual DC power inputs for failover support

Power Consumption 22–28W typical at full traffic, up to 55–57W with integrated heater (depending on PSU)

Firmware Updates Automated and secure updates through Aruba Central

Network Security 802.1X authentication, MAC-based VLANs, dynamic segmentation

Deployment Optimized for rugged industrial environments with reliable PoE capabilities

Reliability Tested for stable operation under industrial conditions, including extreme temperatures and vibration

Advanced Features QoS, VLAN tagging, Layer 3 routing, and traffic prioritization

Monitoring and Diagnostics Real-time network diagnostics through Aruba Central and NetEdit

[/specifications] HPE Aruba Networking CX 4100i 12p 1GbE 8p Class4 PoE and 4p Class6 PoE 2p SFP+ DIN Mount Switch (JL817A) The HPE Aruba Networking CX 4100i 12-port DIN Mount Switch (JL817A) is designed to deliver reliable, high-performance networking for industrial and ruggedized environments.

This switch supports a combination of 8 Class 4 PoE ports and 4 Class 6 PoE ports, providing ample power to connected devices such as IP cameras, wireless access points, and IoT sensors.

With two high-speed SFP+ uplinks and a rugged IP30-rated design, it is ideal for IoT, smart cities, and other mission-critical applications that demand robust networking in harsh conditions. Key Features:

8 x 1GbE Class 4 PoE Ports: Delivers up to 30W per port, ideal for powering wireless access points, IP phones, and security cameras.

4 x 1GbE Class 6 PoE Ports: Supports up to 60W per port for high-power devices like PTZ cameras and digital signage.

2 x SFP+ Uplink Ports: Provides high-speed 1/10GbE uplinks for fast, reliable network expansion.

Rugged Design: IP30-rated for protection in industrial environments, with an extended temperature range of -40°C to +70°C.

High Availability: Always-on PoE ensures continuous power even during scheduled reboots and firmware upgrades.

Technical Overview:

Recommended for: Industrial IoT applications, smart cities, and harsh environments.

Ports: 8 x 1GbE Class 4 PoE, 4 x 1GbE Class 6 PoE, 2 x SFP+ uplinks.

Switching Capacity: Up to 64 Gbps.

Forwarding Rate: 46 Mpps.

PoE Power Budget: Supports up to 360W of PoE power.

Management: Managed via Aruba Central, Web GUI, CLI, or REST APIs.

Energy Efficiency: Compliant with IEEE 802.3az for energy-efficient operation.

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