Aruba CX 6000 48G PoE Switch Overview
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 48G Class4 PoE 4SFP 370W Switch (R8N85A#ABA) is a fully managed access switch designed for branch offices, midsize businesses, and small enterprise networks. It provides 52 total network ports, including 48 Gigabit Ethernet Class 4 PoE ports and four dedicated 1GbE SFP uplink ports.
With a total 370W PoE budget, the Aruba CX 6000 48G PoE Switch can power compatible wireless access points, VoIP phones, IP cameras, access-control devices, and other IEEE 802.3af or 802.3at equipment. The switch runs the AOS-CX operating system and supports flexible management through a web interface, CLI, SNMP, REST APIs, and supported HPE Aruba Networking management platforms.
Aruba CX 6000 48G PoE Switch Features
- 52 total network ports
- 48 × 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet ports
- Class 4 PoE and PoE+ support
- 370W total PoE power budget
- 4 × 1GbE SFP uplink ports
- Fully managed AOS-CX platform
- Static routing support
- VLAN, ACL, QoS, IPv6, and traffic-prioritization features
- Web GUI, CLI, SNMP, and REST API management
- USB-C console port and USB Type-A host port
- Side-to-side airflow
- Standard 1U rack-mount design
- No base switch software subscription required
Aruba CX 6000 R8N85A Specifications
- Manufacturer: HPE Aruba Networking
- Series: Aruba CX 6000
- Model: 6000 48G Class4 PoE 4SFP 370W
- Manufacturer Part Number: R8N85A#ABA
- Base Part Number: R8N85A
- CDW Item Number: 6785498
- Total Network Ports: 52
- RJ-45 Ports: 48 × 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+
- Uplink Ports: 4 × 1GbE SFP
- PoE Standards: IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at
- PoE Budget: 370W
- Switching Capacity: 104 Gbps
- Throughput: Up to 77.3 Mpps
- Latency: Approximately 1.9 microseconds at 1GbE
- Processor: Dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 at 1016 MHz
- Memory: Up to 8GB DDR3, depending on configuration
- Storage: 16GB eMMC
- Routing: Static Routing
- Management: Web GUI, CLI, SNMP, REST API, and supported Aruba management tools
- Console: USB-C
- USB Host Port: USB Type-A
- Form Factor: 1U Rack Mount
- Airflow: Side-to-Side
- Input Voltage: 100–127V AC / 200–240V AC
- Maximum Power Without PoE: Approximately 45W
- Maximum Power With PoE: Approximately 480W
- Condition: New
Why Choose the Aruba CX 6000 48G PoE Switch?
The Aruba CX 6000 R8N85A provides high-density Gigabit access and integrated PoE+ in a compact rack-mount format. Its 48 powered ports make it suitable for offices deploying large numbers of phones, cameras, wireless access points, and other network-connected devices.
The AOS-CX operating system provides a consistent management experience across the Aruba CX portfolio, while built-in 1GbE SFP uplinks allow fibre connectivity between switches, network closets, or distribution equipment.
Common Use Cases
- Branch office networks
- Small and midsize business networks
- VoIP phone deployments
- Wireless access point installations
- IP surveillance systems
- Retail and hospitality networks
- Schools and educational facilities
- Healthcare and professional offices
- IoT device connectivity
- Enterprise access-layer networks
What’s Included
- HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 R8N85A#ABA Switch
- North American power cord
- Rack-mount hardware, where supplied
- Installation and safety documentation
