HPE Aruba Networking CW 2150 8G 2F 2P switch

The HPE Aruba Networking CW 2150 8G 2F 2P Switch is a compact, fanless Layer 2+ Lite managed switch designed for small to medium businesses and edge deployments. With 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 SFP uplinks, it delivers reliable, high-performance connectivity while operating silently. Cloud-managed via Aruba Central or on-premises, it offers flexible deployment options.

Advantages

Fanless design ensures silent operation, ideal for open offices and quiet environments. Cloud-based management simplifies configuration and monitoring. Layer 3 Lite static routing enables inter-VLAN routing without a separate router. Energy-efficient internal power supply reduces operational costs.

Suitable for

• Small and medium businesses needing a reliable, managed switch
• Edge deployments requiring silent operation
• Branch offices with cloud-managed network infrastructure
• Deployments requiring basic Layer 3 routing capabilities

Key specifications

• 8x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports
• 2x 1G SFP uplink ports
• Switching capacity: 20 Gbps
• Throughput: 14.88 Mpps
• MAC address table: 8,000 entries
• VLAN support: up to 256 VLANs
• Jumbo frame support: up to 9198 bytes
• Fanless, silent operation
• Desktop or rack-mountable (optional kit)
• Internal fixed power supply

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair with HPE Aruba Access Points and use Aruba Central for centralized cloud management. Ensure firmware is updated to the latest version for enhanced security and features.