HP JL357A#B2C Aruba 2540 24G 4SFP+ 48-Port 48 x 10/100/1000 (PoE+) + 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Managed Rack-Mountable Network Switch

HP JL357A#B2C Aruba 2540 24G 4SFP+ 48-Port 48 x 10/100/1000 (PoE+) + 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Managed Rack-Mountable Network Switch

SKU: JL357A-B2C Brand: HP Category: Networking Devices
$4,094.79 In Stock — Ships Today

About the JL357A-B2C

This HP JL357A-B2C delivers Networking Devices functionality in a form factor and electrical specification matched to HP / HPE ProLiant DL360, DL380, ML350 and BL series platforms. The unit is built for 24/7 enterprise duty cycles and is verified against the OEM part-number registry before listing. Technical specifications include ports of 48, network speed of 10 GbE, 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. Pro Disk Network sources the JL357A-B2C through authorised distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. Net 30 / Net 60 terms available for qualified business, government, and education accounts. 30-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.

Specifications

Part Identification

Technical Specifications

  • Ports

    48

  • Network Speed

    10 GbE

    Verified specification
    Source: manufacturer datasheet
  • 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-B2C
ManufacturerHP
CategoryNetworking Devices
Ports48
Network Speed10 GbE
FeaturesPoE
ConditionNew / Certified Refurbished
Warranty30-Day Pro Disk Network Guarantee
ShippingFree over $150 — Same-Day Dispatch
Returns30-Day Free Returns — US

Summary

The JL357A-B2C is a HP networking devices component with ports 48, network speed 10 GbE, features PoE. Pro Disk Network sells the JL357A-B2C for $4,094.79 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-B2C compatible with my switch?

Pro Disk Network validates every JL357A-B2C 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-B2C ship?

JL357A-B2C orders placed before 2 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.

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Common Use Cases for JL357A-B2C

The JL357A-B2C 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.

  • 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.
  • Branch / Edge — Smaller form-factor switches and routers for branch sites. SD-WAN-compatible or static-VPN-attached as the architecture dictates.

New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier

Pro Disk Network offers the JL357A-B2C 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%HP 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-B2C

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-B2C 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%$4,094.79
5+4%$3,931.00
10+8%$3,767.21
25+13%$3,562.47
50+18%$3,357.73
100+23%$3,152.99

What is the JL357A-B2C?

The JL357A-B2C is a HP enterprise networking device with ports 48 and network speed 10 GbE, manufactured by HP. 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-B2C

Pros

  • Verified compatibility with leaf-spine and EOR/MOR topologies
  • Matched-pair option for redundant link orders
  • Cabling and DAC/AOC labels clearly mark optic class

Cons

  • Not for hyperscale ZR coherent — different SKU family
  • Some vendors deprecate firmware on EOL part numbers
  • Mismatched optic+switch firmware can require manual override

Frequently Asked Questions about JL357A-B2C

Is the JL357A-B2C a genuine HP part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every JL357A-B2C as factory-original HP inventory verified against the manufacturer parts registry before listing. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned HP servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 12 months.
Is the JL357A-B2C compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every JL357A-B2C 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-B2C ship?
JL357A-B2C orders placed before 2 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the JL357A-B2C?
New JL357A-B2C units carry the full HP 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-B2C?
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-B2C

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

For Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS switches, the JL357A-B2C works out-of-box if coded for Cisco; for Aruba ArubaOS-CX, code for HPE/Aruba; for Juniper Junos, code for Juniper. Pro Disk Network confirms the target vendor coding at order time and applies it before shipping. Misordered coding can be flashed in the field but the lead time is longer than ordering correctly the first time.

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

Document optic types and bandwidth in your network drawings: SR-SR for intra-rack, LR-LR for inter-rack and DCI, ZR4 for long-haul coherent. Mismatched optic-distance ratings is the most common cause of intermittent link errors that look like cable problems but aren't.

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