JL172A - HPE JL172A OfficeConnect 1850 24G PoE+ Smart-Managed Switch

Name: HPE JL172A OfficeConnect 1850 24G PoE+ Smart-Managed Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: JL172A
Price: 355 USD
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JL172A - HPE JL172A OfficeConnect 1850 24G PoE+ Smart-Managed Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE OfficeConnect 1850 24G 2XGT PoE+ 185W Switch (JL172A) is a Layer 2+ smart-managed Gigabit switch designed for small-to-medium business networks requiring Power over Ethernet capability. It features 24 auto-negotiating 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+ ports with 185W total PoE budget, plus two 1/10GBASE-T uplink ports for high-speed interconnect. The switch delivers 88 Gbps switching capacity and up to 65 Mpps forwarding rate with sub-7 microsecond latency. With 16K MAC address table support and intuitive web-based management, it provides flexible traffic prioritization via DSCP and IEEE 802.1p. The 1U rack-mountable design includes variable-speed fans for reduced noise and power consumption. Maximum power rating is 222.9W with 24.4W idle consumption. Ideal for powering IP phones, wireless access points, and network cameras while maintaining enterprise-grade performance.

24 Gigabit PoE+ ports with 185W total power budget
2x 10GBASE-T uplink ports for high-speed core aggregation
88 Gbps switching capacity with sub-7μs latency
IEEE 802.3af/at PoE+ with auto power configuration
1U rack-mount with variable-speed fans and 24.4W idle power
Web-based management with DSCP/802.1p QoS and 16K MAC table

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	JL172A
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
Model	JL172A
Product Line	HPE OfficeConnect 1850 Series
Product Type	Smart-managed Gigabit Ethernet Layer 2+ switch with PoE+
Auto Port Shutdown	Supported for inactive interfaces
Management Interface	Intuitive Web GUI
Traffic Prioritization	DSCP and IEEE 802.1p; 8 hardware queues per port
Energy Efficient Ethernet	IEEE 802.3az compliant

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Best for

SMB Network Infrastructure
Ideal for small-to-medium business deployments requiring managed Gigabit switching with PoE capability. The 24 PoE+ ports support simultaneous powering of IP phones, wireless access points, and network cameras across the network.
PoE Device Deployment
Supports IEEE 802.3af/at standards with 185W total PoE+ budget, enabling deployment of up to 30W per port devices. Auto PoE power configuration assigns required power automatically to connected devices.
Branch Office Connectivity
Two 10GBASE-T uplink ports provide high-speed interconnect to core infrastructure or data center. 88 Gbps switching capacity and sub-7μs latency ensure responsive performance for distributed office environments.
Rack-Mount Deployments
1U form factor with 19-inch rack-mount brackets fits standard data center and network closet installations. Variable-speed fans reduce operational noise and power consumption in confined spaces.
Energy-Efficient Operations
IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet compliance with 24.4W idle power consumption. Auto port shutdown for inactive interfaces reduces overall power draw in underutilized deployments.

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Memory Type	128 MB DDR3 SDRAM
Packet Buffer Size	1.5 MB

Processor	BCM53346 embedded ARM Cortex-A9 @ 400 MHz

Forwarding Rate	Up to 65 Mpps (64-byte packets)
Latency 100 Mbps	< 6.8 µs (64-byte packets)
Switching Capacity	88 Gbps
MAC Address Table Size	16K entries

Idle Power	24.4 W
PoE Budget	185 W PoE+
Max Wattage	222.9 W maximum
Voltage Input	100 - 127 / 200 - 240 VAC, rated; 2.5/1.3 A
Power Supplies	Internal fixed power supply

Weight	7.28 lb (3.3 kg)
Dimensions	17.42 x 9.7 x 1.73 in (44.25 x 24.64 x 4.4 cm)
Form Factor	1U rack-mountable
Mounting Type	Rack-mount 19-inch with included brackets

Variable Speed Fans	Adjustable for low noise and power

Total Ports	26 ports
Ethernet Ports	24 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports; 2 x 1/10GBASE-T uplink ports

How many PoE+ devices can this switch power simultaneously?

The JL172A provides 185W total PoE+ budget across 24 ports, supporting up to 30W per port. This allows simultaneous powering of approximately 6 high-power devices (30W each) or 12-15 standard devices (15W each). Auto PoE power configuration optimizes allocation based on connected device requirements.

What is the switching capacity and latency performance?

The switch delivers 88 Gbps non-blocking switching capacity with up to 65 Mpps forwarding rate. Latency is less than 6.8 microseconds for 64-byte packets at 100 Mbps, ensuring responsive performance for latency-sensitive applications like VoIP and video conferencing.

Can this switch connect to a 10 Gigabit core network?

Yes. The two 1/10GBASE-T uplink ports operate at 10 Gigabit speeds, providing high-speed connectivity to core infrastructure. These ports prevent bottlenecks when aggregating traffic from all 24 Gigabit access ports, supporting bandwidth-intensive deployments.

What management capabilities does the JL172A offer?

The switch features an intuitive web-based GUI for remote configuration and monitoring. It supports DSCP and IEEE 802.1p traffic prioritization across 8 hardware queues per port, enabling QoS policies for voice, video, and data traffic. The 16K MAC address table supports larger network segments.

What are the power consumption specifications?

Maximum power rating is 222.9W with 24.4W idle consumption. Input voltage is 100-127/200-240 VAC rated at 2.5/1.3A. IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet compliance and auto port shutdown for inactive interfaces reduce operational costs in underutilized deployments.

Is this switch suitable for rack-mount installations?

Yes. The JL172A is a 1U rack-mountable switch with included 19-inch mounting brackets. Dimensions are 17.42 x 9.7 x 1.73 inches (44.25 x 24.64 x 4.4 cm), weighing 7.28 lb (3.3 kg). Variable-speed fans optimize thermal management in confined data center environments.

What network standards and protocols does this switch support?

The switch supports IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T), IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX), IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T), IEEE 802.3af/at (PoE/PoE+), IEEE 802.3az (Energy Efficient Ethernet), and IEEE 802.1p (CoS). It provides Layer 2+ switching with VLAN support and spanning tree protocol for network redundancy.

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