Support more devices without redesigning the access layer. The Aruba 2930M 40G 8SR PoE Class Switch combines 36 10/100/1,000 ports, 4 combo Gigabit SFP ports, and 8 1/2.5/5/10GBase-T Smart Rate PoE ports to handle mixed endpoint speeds in a single chassis. With a 1,440 W PoE budget, it is built for dense powered-device deployments where access points, IP phones, and cameras must stay online with consistent power delivery. This switch is managed and Layer 3 capable, giving network teams the control they need for segmentation, routing, and policy enforcement at the edge. The Smart Rate ports are especially valuable when upgrading wireless or high-bandwidth endpoints, since they reduce the need to replace cabling or rework the closet immediately. The 40G-class uplink design also gives the switch a stronger path to distribution than entry-level access models. For organizations standardizing on Aruba access switching, this model offers a practical balance of port mix, PoE headroom, and uplink flexibility. It is a strong fit when the cost of downtime, port exhaustion, or underpowered endpoints is higher than the cost of a more capable switch.