HPE Aruba CX 6000 Series 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 4 SFP Uplinks and PoE - R8N86B#ABA

The HPE Aruba CX 6000 Series 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch is an ideal solution for small to midsize businesses seeking reliable and secure wired network access. Designed with a modern, entry-level architecture, this switch provides high-performance Layer 2 connectivity with advanced features such as IGMP snooping, port mirroring, and spanning tree for optimized traffic management. Its 48 networking ports support large-scale deployments, making it suitable for connecting numerous devices across enterprise branch offices or SMB environments.

Equipped with four built-in 1GbE uplinks, the CX 6000 series minimizes bottlenecks at the access layer, ensuring fast data transfer speeds. It supports up to 740W of Class 4 Power over Ethernet (PoE), which enables seamless deployment of IoT devices such as security cameras, access points, and wireless APs. The switch's power-efficient ASIC delivers low latency and increased packet buffering, making it well-suited for AI, Wi-Fi 7, and IoT applications. Its compact, fanless design is perfect for quiet, space-constrained environments, and the rack-mountable form factor facilitates professional installation and organization.

This fully managed switch offers multiple management options, including industry-standard CLI, web GUI, Aruba Central, and Switch MultiEdit Software, providing flexibility and ease of use. It is designed to support future network demands with software-defined networking (SDN) capabilities via REST APIs. The CX 6000 series simplifies ownership by eliminating licensing or subscription fees and offers a lifetime warranty for peace of mind. Its support for twisted pair cables up to 100 meters and high-speed uplinks ensures efficient data transfer across your network infrastructure, making it a versatile choice for expanding network environments.

Features:

• Effectively reduces downtime with improved network performance

• Lets you conveniently connect different networks to enable improved flexibility to your infrastructure

• s 48 networking ports to establish large network

• Layer 2 switch provides a complete lineup of features including IGMP snooping, port mirroring, and spanning tree

• Rack mounting enables you to organize wires & secure cables for professional installation

• Management capability allows maximum efficiency and with unrestricted control

• Up to 10x faster than standard Ethernet server connectivity while providing high-performance uplinks

• Supports cost-efficient twisted pair cables for high-speed data transfer up to 100 meters