Aruba JL357A#AKM 2540 24G-PoE+ 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x SFP+ Layer-2 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch

Aruba JL357A#AKM 2540 24G-PoE+ 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x SFP+ Layer-2 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch

SKU: JL357A-AKM Brand: Aruba Category: Networking Devices
$4,194.81 In Stock — Ships Today

About the JL357A-AKM

This Aruba JL357A-AKM delivers Networking Devices functionality in a form factor and electrical specification matched to enterprise rack server and data-center deployments. The unit is built for 24/7 enterprise duty cycles and is verified against the OEM part-number registry before listing. Technical specifications include features of PoE. Workload fit covers VMware NSX overlay networking, Kubernetes pod-to-pod east-west bandwidth, Storage Replica replication, and high-throughput backup network paths between ToR switches and backup targets. Our procurement team maintains active inventory of the JL357A-AKM and verifies condition, firmware revision, and OEM part-number registry alignment for each unit prior to sale. Stocked units ship same-day on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET. Pro Disk Network applies a 30-day functional warranty and accepts Net 30 / Net 60 terms for qualified business accounts. Free US ground shipping on orders over $150; same-day expedited (UPS Next Day Air, FedEx Priority) available at checkout.

Specifications

Part Identification

Technical Specifications

  • Features

    PoE

Order & Fulfillment Details

  • Condition

    New / Certified Refurbished

    Quality Tier
    Each refurb unit tested + functional warranty
  • Warranty

    30-Day Pro Disk Network Guarantee

    Coverage
    Return for full refund within 30 days of delivery
  • Shipping

    Free over $150 — Same-Day Dispatch

    Cutoff
    Orders placed before 3pm ET
  • Returns

    30-Day Free Returns — US

    Return Window
    Original packaging required
Part Number / MPNJL357A-AKM
ManufacturerAruba
CategoryNetworking Devices
FeaturesPoE
ConditionNew / Certified Refurbished
Warranty30-Day Pro Disk Network Guarantee
ShippingFree over $150 — Same-Day Dispatch
Returns30-Day Free Returns — US

Summary

The JL357A-AKM is a Aruba networking devices component with features PoE. Pro Disk Network sells the JL357A-AKM for $4,194.81 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day free return guarantee.

Trust Signals

  • Florida-Registered LLC — 7345 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando FL 32819
  • Same-Day US Shipping — orders before 3pm ET ship today via FedEx/UPS
  • 30-Day Free Returns — pre-paid label included on all US orders
  • Net 30 Available — for verified business buyers
  • 2,000+ B2B Customers — MSPs, government, education, enterprise IT

Quick Answer: Is the JL357A-AKM compatible with my switch?

Pro Disk Network validates every JL357A-AKM against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.

How fast does the JL357A-AKM ship?

If in stock, the JL357A-AKM ships same business day on US orders placed before 2 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.

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Common Use Cases for JL357A-AKM

The JL357A-AKM is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.

  • Spine-Leaf Fabric — Top-of-rack 25G/100G aggregation between leaf and spine switches. Match speed and form factor across both endpoints.
  • Server Uplink — 10G/25G server-to-leaf uplink — pair with matching DAC or AOC at the host NIC to avoid optic mismatch.
  • DCI (Data Center Interconnect) — Inter-DC routing or aggregation. LR4/LR8 transceivers for 10–80 km, ER4 for 40 km, ZR4 for coherent long-haul.
  • Campus Distribution — Catalyst-class campus distribution between IDF and MDF closets. PoE+ where wireless APs and IP phones share infrastructure.

New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier

Pro Disk Network offers the JL357A-AKM across three procurement tiers. Each tier is fully functional and warranted; the choice comes down to budget, warranty length, and whether the deployment is production-critical or capacity-expansion.

TierDiscount vs OEM ListWarrantyBest For
New (Sealed OEM)25–40%Aruba manufacturer warranty (1–5 yr)Production-critical first-tier
New (Bulk OEM)50–65%3-year Pro Disk Network warrantyNew cluster builds, secondary tier
Refurbished75–85%12-month advance replacementCapacity expansion, lab, dev/test, EOL refresh

Bulk & Volume Pricing for JL357A-AKM

Ships from our Orlando, FL warehouse — same-day US dispatch on orders placed before 2pm ET. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government and education.

Volume discounts on the JL357A-AKM are automatic at checkout. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government, and education. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com for orders above 100 units.

QuantityDiscountUnit Price
10%$4,194.81
5+4%$4,027.02
10+8%$3,859.23
25+13%$3,649.48
50+18%$3,439.74
100+23%$3,230.00

What is the JL357A-AKM?

The JL357A-AKM is a Aruba enterprise networking device with features PoE, manufactured by Aruba. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.

Pros & Cons of JL357A-AKM

Pros

  • MAC/serial-bound firmware preserves OEM warranty workflow
  • Cisco/Aruba/Juniper-compatible transceivers tested in our lab
  • Same-day US shipping cuts deployment downtime

Cons

  • Refurbished switches may show minor rack-rail wear
  • Power supplies sold separately on certain SKUs
  • Long-haul ZR4/CFP4 modules subject to export-control screening

Frequently Asked Questions about JL357A-AKM

Is the JL357A-AKM a genuine Aruba part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every JL357A-AKM as factory-original Aruba inventory verified against the manufacturer parts registry before listing. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Aruba servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 12 months.
Is the JL357A-AKM compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every JL357A-AKM against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the JL357A-AKM ship?
If in stock, the JL357A-AKM ships same business day on US orders placed before 2 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
What is the warranty on the JL357A-AKM?
New JL357A-AKM units carry the full Aruba manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (12 months refurbished, 36 months new bulk). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the JL357A-AKM?
Yes. Pro Disk Network offers automatic volume discounts at 10, 25, 50, and 100+ unit tiers. Net 30 terms are available for verified businesses, government, and education buyers. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.

Similar Products

From the Same Series as JL357A-AKM

Other parts that share the JL357A series prefix — useful when sourcing matched lots, hot-spare pools, or capacity-tier expansions.

  • JL357A#ABA — HPE JL357A#ABA 2540 48G 48-Ports PoE+ 10/100/1000Base-T 4x SFP+ Layer 2 Managed Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch — $818.95
  • JL357A-0D1 — Aruba JL357A#0D1 2540 24G-PoE+ 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x SFP+ Layer-2 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch — $5,322.95
  • JL357A-ABB — Aruba JL357A#ABB 2540 24G-PoE+ 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x SFP+ Layer-2 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch — $5,322.95
  • JL357A-AC3 — Aruba JL357A#AC3 48 Ports Yes Ethernet Switch — $5,322.95

Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Networking Devices

Optic Coding, Vendor Lock-In, and Multi-Vendor Compatibility

Networking optics — SFP, SFP+, QSFP+, QSFP28 — are physically interoperable across vendors but logically restricted by firmware coding. The JL357A-AKM is coded for a specific vendor family at our factory step before shipping, which preserves the OEM warranty workflow and allows the optic to be recognised without ‘service unsupported-transceiver’ CLI overrides. Mixing third-party optics with same-vendor optics in the same chassis is safe; mixing across vendor codings sometimes triggers warnings in the switch log.

Bandwidth Sizing for Spine-Leaf, EVPN-VXLAN, and Hyperconverged Storage

For EVPN-VXLAN overlays, the JL357A-AKM carries the underlay tunnels in addition to the workload traffic. Plan for VXLAN encapsulation overhead (50 bytes) plus MTU headroom; set the underlay MTU to 9216 (jumbo frames) and the overlay MTU to 9000. Make sure both the JL357A-AKM and the connected NICs support jumbo frames — some older NICs cap at 9000-byte payloads even when jumbo-enabled.

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