Is the HP 2520-8-PoE Switch end of life?

No. The Aruba HP 2520-8-PoE Switch is currently supported.

What replaces the HP 2520-8-PoE Switch?

Aruba recommends the J9780A as a replacement for the HP 2520-8-PoE Switch.

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Name: HP 2520-8-PoE Switch
Brand: Aruba
SKU: J9137A
Availability: InStock

SKU J9137A

Aruba Chassis · 2520 Series

Source: Official Aruba notice (80) ↗ Verified 2026-04-14

HP 2520-8-PoE Switch has an announced end-of-sale date.

Replaced by J9780A

The Aruba HP 2520-8-PoE Switch (J9137A) is a chassis product in the Aruba 2520 series.

Lifecycle notice published	2013-07-10	12y 9mo ago

Description

HP 2520-8-PoE Switch

Replacement Notes	HP 2530-8-PoE+ Switch
Announcement	HP 2510/2520 Switch Series

Applicable Platforms

2520