Keep access-layer performance aligned with modern endpoints. The HPE Networking Instant On Switch 1960 delivers 12 ports of mixed-speed connectivity, including 8 x 1G and 4 x 2.5G, plus 2 x 10GBase-T uplinks and 2 x SFP+ slots for higher-speed aggregation. With a 480 W PoE budget, it can support phones, access points, cameras, and other powered devices without forcing separate power infrastructure at the edge. This smart-managed Layer 2+ platform is designed for teams that need more control than unmanaged switching, but do not want the overhead of a full enterprise chassis. Stackable architecture helps simplify growth, while Layer 2+ capabilities fit segmented access networks, VLAN-based designs, and distributed office or campus deployments. The mixed 1G and 2.5G access ports make it a practical fit for environments where Wi-Fi 6 access points, high-performance workstations, and standard endpoints share the same switch. For infrastructure teams, the value is in reducing compromise: enough PoE headroom for real deployments, enough uplink bandwidth to avoid bottlenecks, and enough management capability to keep the edge organized as requirements expand.