HPE Aruba CX 6000 48G 4SFP managed switch side airflow (48 ports + 4x 10G SFP ports R8N86A)

The HPE Aruba Networking Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP is a high-performance managed Layer 3 Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for enterprise networks requiring robust and scalable connectivity. Featuring 48 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 SFP slots, this switch supports a wide range of IEEE networking standards including 802.1D, 802.1Q VLAN tagging, 802.1p QoS, and link aggregation protocols to ensure optimal traffic management and network reliability.

Powered by an ARM Cortex-A9 processor running at 1016 MHz and equipped with 8 GB DDR3 SDRAM and 16 GB flash memory, the Aruba 6000 delivers efficient processing and ample memory for complex network operations. Its switching capacity of 104 Gbit/s and packet forwarding rate of 77.3 Mpps provide low latency and high throughput, suitable for demanding network environments.

This 1U rack-mountable device includes advanced features such as DHCP client support, MAC-based authentication, VLAN support, IGMP multicast, and ACLs for enhanced security and network control. The switch also supports jumbo frames and port mirroring, facilitating network monitoring and management.

Designed for flexible deployment, the Aruba 6000 operates within a temperature range of 0 to 45 °C and supports AC power input from 100 to 240 V. Its compact dimensions and 3.4 kg weight make it suitable for standard network racks. This switch is ideal for organizations seeking a reliable, feature-rich Layer 3 switch to enhance their network infrastructure.