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Silver rack-mount switch with 48 RJ45 ports and four SFP slots

HPE Networking Instant On

HPE Networking Instant On 1830 48-port Gigabit 4 SFP switch JL814A#ABA

SKU CH-K4H7-R4BZH MPN JL814A#ABA

Smart-managed Layer 2 switch with 48 Gigabit RJ45 ports and four SFP uplinks for small-business networks

  • Type of switchEntry-level, smart-managed, Gigabit Layer 2 switches. Easy-t
  • Management typeSmart
  • Main ports48 x RJ45 + 4 x SFP
  • Buffer size1.5 MB
  • Layer support2
  • Power details100–240 VAC

Configuration 48 Ports 4 x SFP

  • Smart-managed Layer 2 switch simplifies network deployment
  • 48 Gigabit RJ-45 ports plus 4 SFP uplinks expand connectivity
  • Cloud and mobile app enable remote management anywhere
  • Fan-less design suits acoustically sensitive environments
  • 5 MB packet buffer handles traffic bursts

Product identity

The HPE Instant On 1830 is a 48-port Gigabit smart-managed switch with four SFP uplinks. It targets small businesses that need a cost-effective Layer 2 foundation without Power over Ethernet. Management is handled through a mobile app, cloud portal or local web GUI. The switch ships new and ready for immediate deployment.

Build and connectivity

A fan-less chassis keeps acoustic output low for office or retail spaces. The unit measures 44.30 cm wide, 25.30 cm deep and 4.39 cm high, weighing 3.54 kg, so it fits a standard rack shelf. Forty-eight RJ45 ports provide copper connectivity while four dedicated 1G SFP ports accept fibre modules for longer links. An internal 1.5 MB packet buffer absorbs burst traffic.

Practical limits

Layer 2 operation means no static routing or Layer 3 services are available on this model. The 1.5 MB buffer and 1G SFP speed cap aggregate uplink throughput, so heavy inter-VLAN or storage traffic may saturate the uplinks. PoE is not supported, so phones, cameras or access points need separate injectors or a PoE switch. Operating temperature spans 0 to 40 °C at altitudes up to 10,000 ft.

How it compares

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Price $292.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHPE Instant On
Model name1830
Part numberJL814A#ABA
Memory
Buffer size1.5 MB
Connectivity
Management typeSmart
Layer support2
Ports & slots
Main ports48 x RJ45 + 4 x SFP
Power
Power over EthernetNo
Power details100–240 VAC
Size & build
Product dimensions25.3 × 44.3 × 4.39 cm (9.96 in × 17.44 in × 1.73 in)
Product weight3.54 kg (7.8 lb)
Shipping weight4.54 kg
Package size533 × 305 × 127 mm
Environment & compliance
Temperature rangeOperating temperature 0-40 °C, 0-10,000 ft

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Questions about this item

What throughput does the 48-port Gigabit RJ45 and 4 SFP interface support?

The 48 RJ45 ports run at 10/100/1000 Mbps and the four SFP ports operate at 1 GbE each, giving wire-speed Gigabit on every connection.

What clearance and mounting space does the 44.30 cm wide, 4.39 cm high chassis require?

The unit measures 44.30 cm wide, 25.30 cm deep and 4.39 cm high (1U), weighing 3.54 kg, so it fits a standard 1U shelf or rack tray with at least 25.30 cm depth.

How is the switch configured through the Instant On mobile app and what step is often missed?

Power the switch, connect it to the Internet, open the Instant On app, claim the device by scanning its label, then apply a firmware update before adding VLANs or port profiles.

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