Name: JD308A HP A3100 SI Series 16x1000Base-X RJ-45 Ports Layer 2 Managed Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: JD308A
Price: 211.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The JD308A HP A3100 SI Series switch offers 16 fast Ethernet RJ-45 ports alongside one gigabit Ethernet port, fitting into managed Layer 2 network setups. It's designed to provide solid connectivity and traffic control within rack-mounted enterprise or data center environments without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 2, Managed Switch, Gigabit Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	16
Number of Ports	16-Ports
Port Type	1000Base-X, RJ-45, SFP, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	1 Gbps
UpLink Ports	1 x RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	RJ-45,SFP

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI,Web (GUI),SNMP
Management Type	Managed
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,HTTP/HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The JD308A HP A3100 SI Series switch is built for network environments requiring reliable Layer 2 management and robust port density. Often found in mid-sized enterprise networks and branch offices, this switch provides essential connectivity through its 16 RJ-45 1000Base-X ports alongside a Gigabit Ethernet uplink port. It is commonly used in setups where managing traffic segmentation, broadcast control, and bandwidth allocation is important. Network administrators benefit from its straightforward configuration options and rack-mount form factor, which integrates efficiently into existing infrastructure. Key Features Supports 16 gigabit RJ-45 ports for consistent network performance Includes a dedicated RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet uplink port for network expansion Delivers managed Layer 2 switching with VLAN and QoS capabilities Rack-mountable chassis designed for standard IT equipment racks Enables efficient traffic management and network segmentation This switch plays a critical role in maintaining network stability by providing consistent throughput and management flexibility. Its reliable hardware and Layer 2 features make it a practical choice for maintaining structured network environments.

Use Cases
This HP A3100 SI switch is typically deployed in enterprise and mid-sized business networks where structured traffic management and reliable gigabit connectivity are needed. It suits environments that require efficient network segmentation and scalable uplink options for growth. How It's Used: Connecting multiple workstations in enterprise office LANs with VLAN support Providing gigabit uplink connections in small to mid-sized data center racks Serving as an access layer switch in branch office networking setups Segmenting traffic in managed Layer 2 environments to optimize bandwidth Supporting network expansion with flexible uplink port integration This switch helps maintain smooth network operations by combining solid port capacity with Layer 2 management features. Its rack-mount form factor ensures easy integration into standard IT equipment setups, making it a dependable component for structured network deployments.