Switch HPE Networking CW 2150 8p 10M/100M/1G PoE+ 2p SFP 1G 2p SFP+ 1G/10G 125W EU

The HPE Networking CW 2150 is a smart managed Layer 2+ switch designed for small and medium businesses seeking reliable, high-performance networking with PoE+ support. With 8 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and a total switching capacity of 20 Gbps, this switch delivers efficient power and data connectivity for devices such as IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones. Its fanless design ensures silent operation, making it ideal for open office environments.

Advantages

Cloud-managed via the Aruba Instant On mobile app or web portal for easy setup and monitoring. PoE+ budget of 124 W powers multiple devices without additional cabling. Compact desktop form factor with optional rack-mount kit for flexible deployment. Energy-efficient with IEEE 802.3az support, reducing power consumption during low traffic.

Suitable for

• Small to medium businesses requiring a reliable, managed network switch
• Deployments needing PoE+ for IP cameras, access points, or phones
• Quiet office environments where fanless operation is essential

Key specifications

• 8x 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports
• 2x 1 Gigabit SFP uplink ports
• 2x 1/10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports
• Switching capacity: 20 Gbps
• Forwarding rate: 14.88 Mpps
• MAC address table: 16K entries
• PoE power budget: 124 W
• VLAN support: up to 256 VLANs (IEEE 802.1Q)
• Jumbo frame support: up to 9216 bytes
• Management: cloud-managed (Aruba Instant On)
• Security: 802.1X, DHCP Snooping, DoS Protection
• QoS: traffic prioritization, rate limiting
• Fanless, silent operation
• Internal power supply

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair with Aruba Instant On access points and use the cloud management platform for centralized control. Ensure adequate ventilation if rack-mounted.