How many devices can the HPE JL173A connect directly?

The HPE OfficeConnect 1850 48G 4XGT PoE+ 370W Switch JL173A provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports. This allows up to 48 directly connected Ethernet devices, such as PCs, printers, IP phones, or access points, assuming one device per port. Actual deployment counts may vary depending on how many ports are reserved for specific functions or uplinks.

Does the JL173A switch support Power over Ethernet for IP phones and access points?

Yes, the HPE OfficeConnect 1850 48G 4XGT PoE+ 370W Switch JL173A supports PoE+. It has a 370 W PoE+ power budget, which can be shared across the 48 Gigabit ports. This enables compatible IP phones, wireless access points, and similar devices to receive power and data over the same Ethernet cabling, simplifying installation.

What uplink options are available on the HPE OfficeConnect 1850 48G 4XGT PoE+ 370W Switch?

The JL173A model includes 4XGT uplinks in addition to its 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports. These 4XGT interfaces are dedicated higher capacity connections intended for linking to aggregation or core switches. Using these uplinks helps separate user access traffic from inter-switch links and supports scalable network designs in SMB environments.

Is the JL173A suitable for small and medium business networks?

The HPE OfficeConnect 1850 48G 4XGT PoE+ 370W Switch JL173A is categorized for SMB use. It combines 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, PoE+ capability with a 370 W power budget, and 4XGT uplinks. This combination aligns well with typical small and medium business requirements for edge connectivity, powering network devices, and providing uplink capacity.

What type of deployments benefit most from the 370 W PoE+ budget on the JL173A?

Deployments with multiple powered endpoints benefit from the JL173A’s 370 W PoE+ budget. Examples include networks with many IP phones on desks or wireless access points mounted across an office. The shared 370 W PoE+ capacity across 48 Gigabit ports allows planning of how many such devices can be simultaneously powered from a single switch.

JL173A - HPE OfficeConnect 1850 48G 4XGT PoE+ 370W Switch Switch

Name: JL173A - HPE OfficeConnect 1850 48G 4XGT PoE+ 370W Switch Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: JL173A

JL173A - HPE OfficeConnect 1850 48G 4XGT PoE+ 370W Switch Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Hewlett Packard Enterprise HPE OfficeConnect 1850 48G 4XGT PoE+ 370W Switch JL173A is designed for small and medium business networks that require a mix of data and power delivery over Ethernet. It provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, enabling dense copper connectivity for user devices and edge equipment. PoE+ support with a 370 W power budget allows compatible endpoints to receive power and data over the same cabling, simplifying deployment of IP phones, wireless access points, and other networked devices. The inclusion of 4XGT uplinks gives additional copper interfaces suitable for higher capacity aggregation or core connections within the network. As part of the OfficeConnect 1850 series, this switch aligns with SMB environments looking for straightforward Gigabit connectivity and integrated PoE+ capabilities in a single platform. This makes it a practical option for converged voice, data, and wireless network access at the edge.

48 Gigabit Ethernet ports for dense edge connectivity
PoE+ support to power compatible network devices
370 W PoE+ power budget for multiple endpoints
4XGT uplink interfaces for higher capacity links
Designed for small and medium business networks
OfficeConnect 1850 series for SMB switching

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	JL173A
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
Model	HPE OfficeConnect 1850 48G 4XGT PoE+ 370W Switch
Series	1850
Form Factor	Rack-mountable
Product Line	HPE OfficeConnect 1850 Switch Series
Product Type	Smart-managed Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ switch
Forwarding Rate	131 Mpps
Packet Forwarding Rate (Alternative Source)	130.9 Mpps

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Compatible systems

No specific system or OS compatibility data explicitly tied to JL173A was published.

Best for

SMB edge access
Suitable for small and medium business edge deployments that need 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports to connect user PCs, printers, and other network devices on a single switch.
PoE+ device deployments
The PoE+ capability with a 370 W power budget supports IP phones, wireless access points, and similar endpoints that require power and data over the same Ethernet cabling.
Gigabit aggregation
The combination of 48 Gigabit ports and 4XGT uplinks makes this switch appropriate for aggregating multiple edge connections towards higher capacity uplink ports in SMB networks.
Converged voice and data
PoE+ with 370 W and 48 Gigabit ports support converged networks where voice devices such as IP phones and data endpoints share the same switching infrastructure.
Wireless access infrastructure
Able to power and connect multiple wireless access points over PoE+, this switch fits wireless infrastructure rollouts that rely on a centralized PoE+ capable switch.

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Maximum Power Consumption	446 W

Networking Ports & Interfaces

SFP Ports	4 SFP 100/1000 ports (via dual-personality ports)
PoE Support	PoE+ on 48 ports
10GBASE-T Ports	6 RJ-45 1/10GBASE-T ports
Management Type	Smart-managed; Web management interface
PoE Power Budget	370 W
Switching Capacity	176 Gbps
Total Ethernet Ports	52 Ports
Dual-Personality Ports	2 dual-personality ports (RJ-45 10/100/1000 or SFP)
10/100/1000BASE-T Ports	44 RJ-45 10/100/1000 ports
Switching Capacity (Alternative Source)	176 Gbit/s