HPE Networking CX6000 R8N85A Switch 48G PoE+ 370W 4SFP

HPE Aruba Networking 6000 48G 4SFP Switch (R8N85A)

The HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 (R8N85A) is an enterprise-class Layer 2 access switch designed to provide reliable, simple, and secure connectivity for small-to-medium business networks and branch offices. Part of the AOS-CX switching portfolio, this model features 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 dedicated 1G SFP uplink ports, ensuring high-speed data transfer without bottlenecking the local network. Built on the modern, programmable AOS-CX operating system, the CX 6000 simplifies operations with automated configuration and built-in security features. This fanless design (quiet operation) makes it ideal for use in open office spaces or acoustically sensitive environments. With its robust performance and flexible management options—including the Aruba Central cloud-based platform or a local web GUI—the R8N85A is a foundation-level component for a high-performance edge-to-cloud network architecture.

Technical Specifications

* Model: Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch

* Part Number: R8N85A

* EAN: 0190017533827

* Ports: 48x 10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45)

* Uplink Ports: 4x 1G SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable)

* Switching Capacity: 104 Gbps

* Throughput: 77.3 Mpps (Millions of packets per second)

* Latency (1Gbps): 1.9 µs

* CPU: Dual-Core ARM Cortex A9 @ 1016 MHz

* Memory: 4 GB DDR3; 16 GB eMMC (Internal Storage)

* Operating System: Aruba AOS-CX

* Management: Aruba Central (Cloud), Aruba NetEdit, Web GUI, CLI, SNMP

* Layer 2 Features: VLANs (IEEE 802.1Q), Jumbo Frames, STP, LACP, LLDP

* Power Supply: Fixed Internal (AC)

* Thermal Design: Fanless (0 dB Sound Pressure)

* Mounting: Rack-mountable (1U) / Tabletop