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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 microsecond for 64-byte packets
Certifications	CE, FCC, UL, RoHS compliant
Environmental Safety	RoHS 3 compliant (Directive 2015/863/EU), halogen-free materials
EMC Compliance	EN 55032, EN 55024, CISPR 32, and FCC Part 15 Class A standards
MTBF	>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

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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.

You can check the related tab for the JL817A datasheet.

Aruba CX 4100i Series Switches