HPE
JL171A Office Connect 1850 48G 4XGT Ethernet Switch
The HPE OfficeConnect 1850 48G 4XGT Switch (JL171A) is a smart-managed Layer‑2 Ethernet Switch designed for small and medium-sized businesses seeking cost-effective, high-performance networking. Featuring 48 auto-sensing Gigabit RJ‑45 ports and 4 high-speed 10GBase‑T uplink ports, it delivers a total switching capacity of 176 Gb/s, minimizing latency and maximizing throughput. This plug-and-play ready Ethernet Switch combines essential management features with energy-efficient design—perfect for scalable connectivity in enterprise edge deployments, branch offices, and floor distribution.
Features
Built for reliability and flexible deployment, the 1850 series offers intuitive web-based management, SNMP support, and advanced Layer‑2 features like VLAN segmentation, QoS, link aggregation, and IGMP snooping. The JL171A model stands out with its four 10GBase‑T uplinks, enabling high-speed connectivity to aggregation layers or servers while maintaining 48 Gigabit ports for client devices.
Advanced Options
Energy-saving features like IEEE 802.3az and idle-port power down reduce power usage without sacrificing performance. With variable-speed fans, the device automatically adjusts cooling levels to optimize acoustics and energy consumption. Mountable under a desk, on the wall, or inside a 19″ rack, it is ideal for diverse office environments.
Product Key Features
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48 × auto‑sensing Gigabit RJ‑45 ports (10/100/1000 Mbps)
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4 × 10GBase‑T uplink ports for high-speed connectivity
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Switching capacity: 176 Gb/s; Forwarding rate: up to 131 Mpps
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Smart Layer‑2 features: VLAN, RSTP/STP, IGMP snooping, QoS, port mirroring
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Management via built-in web GUI, SNMP v1/v2c, and CLI backup
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Energy-efficient design: EEE, idle-port off, variable speed cooling
Reliability & Performance
The OfficeConnect 1850 JL171A delivers solid performance for mixed traffic environments—supporting VoIP, video, and high-bandwidth applications with consistent delivery and minimal latency. A MAC address table of up to 16K entries avoids network flooding, and traffic optimization features like 802.1p, DSCP-based QoS, and broadcast control ensure smooth performance during peak loads.
Advanced management features include dual flashing firmware images to support safe updates, NTP synchronization, and loop protection to avoid network disruptions. Its limited lifetime warranty and proven hardware durability make this Ethernet Switch a dependable option for SMB IT teams maintaining business-critical connectivity.
Key Features
- 48 Gigabit RJ‑45 edge ports
- 4 × 10GBase‑T uplinks (RJ‑45)
- 176 Gb/s Ethernet Switch capacity; 131 Mpps forwarding rate
- Layer‑2 smart features: VLAN, IGMP Snooping, QoS, link aggregation
- Web-based GUI with SNMP and CLI backup
- Energy-efficient with EEE and variable-speed fans
- Multiple mounting options: rack, wall, tabletop
- Limited lifetime warranty included
- Product Specifications
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