Aruba CX 6300F 48-port 1G PoE 4SFP56 Switch

Aruba CX 6300F 48-port 1G PoE 4SFP56 Switch

Brand: Aruba | Category: Network Switches

SKU: JL668A | Part #: JL668A | MPN: JL668A

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About the Aruba CX 6300F 48-port 1G PoE 4SFP56 Switch

The Aruba CX 6300F 48-port 1G PoE 4SFP56 Switch (JL668A) delivers wire-speed packet forwarding with a switching capacity of 176 Gbps and sustained throughput of 130.94 Mpps, engineered for low-latency, high-performance access-layer deployments in enterprise data centers and campus networks. Built on Aruba's proven switching architecture, this 1U rack-mount platform consolidates 48 x 1GbE PoE/PoE+ downlink ports with 4 x 50GbE SFP56 uplink ports, enabling seamless integration of powered edge devices while maintaining robust northbound connectivity. With a maximum PoE budget of 740W and support for IEEE 802.3af (PoE) and IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) standards, the switch powers everything from IP phones and wireless access points to industrial IoT sensors in a single fabric.

Network engineers deploying enterprise-class switching infrastructure will appreciate Aruba's feature richness: the CX 6300F runs Aruba OS-CX with cloud management via Aruba Central, REST API, CLI, SNMP, and OpenConfig support. Advanced switching capabilities include 4,094 VLAN support, dual-stack IPv6 support, Layer 3 routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, RIP, static routing), and a 32,768-entry MAC address table. Security is built in through MACsec (AES-128) encryption, 802.1X authentication, Dynamic Segmentation, ACLs, DHCP snooping, and Dynamic ARP Inspection. High-availability deployment is streamlined with VSX (Virtual Switching Extension) for active-active redundancy, while the Network Analytics Engine (NAE) with streaming telemetry provides deep visibility into network behavior and health.

Enterprise Deployment Scenarios

  • Campus access-layer switch for powering wireless APs, IP phones, and security cameras with consolidated PoE delivery across 48 ports
  • Data center ToR (Top-of-Rack) switch paired with VSX active-active redundancy for zero-downtime network fabric upgrades
  • Hybrid cloud gateway switching traffic between on-premises infrastructure and multi-cloud environments via 50GbE uplinks
  • Industrial and retail networks requiring MACsec encryption, 802.1X segmentation, and real-time analytics for compliance and threat detection
  • Multi-tenant environments leveraging 4,094 VLAN support and Dynamic Segmentation to isolate critical workloads

For detailed specifications, availability, and custom configurations of the JL668A, contact Omnixon Global to request an RFQ.

Technical Specifications

BrandAruba
CategoryNetwork Switches
SKUJL668A
Part NumberJL668A
ConditionNew
Product LineAruba CX 6300F Series
Downlink Ports48 x 1GbE RJ45 (PoE/PoE+)
Uplink Ports4 x 50GbE SFP56
PoE StandardIEEE 802.3af (PoE) and IEEE 802.3at (PoE+)
Maximum PoE Budget740W
Switching Capacity176 Gbps
Throughput130.94 Mpps
MAC Address Table32,768 entries
Operating SystemAruba OS-CX
ManagementAruba Central (cloud), REST API, CLI, SNMP, OpenConfig
High AvailabilityVSX (Virtual Switching Extension), active-active redundancy
Routing ProtocolsOSPF, BGP, RIP, static routing (Layer 3)
VLAN Support4,094 VLANs
IPv6 SupportYes – dual-stack IPv4/IPv6
Security FeaturesMACsec (AES-128), 802.1X, Dynamic Segmentation, ACLs, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection
AnalyticsNetwork Analytics Engine (NAE), streaming telemetry
Form Factor1U rack-mount
Power SupplyRedundant hot-swappable power supplies supported
Fan ModulesHot-swappable, port-to-power or power-to-port airflow options
Operating Temperature0°C to 45°C
Regulatory ComplianceFCC, CE, VCCI, UL, CB

Frequently Asked Questions about Aruba CX 6300F 48-port 1G PoE 4SFP56 Switch

What does the Aruba CX 6300F 48-port 1G PoE 4SFP56 Switch do?

The Aruba CX 6300F 48-port 1G PoE 4SFP56 Switch is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.

Is the Aruba CX 6300F 48-port 1G PoE 4SFP56 Switch compatible with my infrastructure?

The Aruba CX 6300F 48-port 1G PoE 4SFP56 Switch interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.