Ports: 24x or 48x 10/100/1000BASE-T, 4x 1/10G SFP+ uplinks
PoE Budget: Up to 370W or 740W Class 4 PoE (on PoE models)
Layer: Layer 3 (Static, RIP, Access OSPF)
Stacking support: Up to 8 units via Virtual Stacking Framework (VSF)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Runs modern AOS-CX operating system with advanced automation; built-in Network Analytics Engine (NAE) for real-time monitoring; support for Aruba Dynamic Segmentation; easy setup via mobile app; includes Limited Lifetime Warranty.
✘ Cons:Fixed internal power supplies and fans (lacks modular redundancy); premium pricing compared to entry-level models; AOS-CX CLI may have a learning curve for legacy ProCurve users.
Est. Price:
$950 - $2,500
Compare Against
Fortinet FortiSwitch 124G (FS-124G)
★ 3.7 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: 240 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: 355 Mpps
Ports: 24 x 100/1000/2500 Mbps RJ45, 6 x 10 Gbps SFP+
PoE Budget: 0W (Non-PoE)
Layer: Layer 2 with Static Routing
Stacking support: FortiLink (Management Stacking)
Form Factor: 1 RU, Fanless
Curation Review
✔ Pros:High-speed 2.5G multi-gigabit ports ideal for Wi-Fi 6/7 access points; generous 6x 10G SFP+ uplinks for high backhaul capacity; fanless design ensures completely silent operation; seamless integration with FortiGate firewalls via FortiLink for centralized security management.
✘ Cons:Lacks Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, requiring injectors or a separate power source for connected devices; fanless design leads to high operating temperatures (often exceeding 50°C); limited Layer 3 features compared to enterprise core switches.