HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 Switch
Brand: HPE | Category: Network Switches
SKU: HPE-ARUBA-CX6000 | Part #: R8N85A | MPN: R8N85A
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About the HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 Switch
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 Switch from HPE is enterprise-grade Network Switches hardware built for data centers. It features Switch form factor, 10GbE interface, 1GbE access, 10GbE uplinks speed. The HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 Switch is an entry-level managed access layer switch engineered for small business and branch office environments that require reliable, simple-to-manage Layer 2 connectivity. Built on the ArubaOS-CX operating system, the CX 6000 series delivers a modern, REST API-driven management architecture with an intuitive web UI and support for Aruba Central cloud-based network management, enabling IT teams to deploy and operate the switch with minimal Available in brand new condition. HPE network switches products are trusted by enterprises and data centers worldwide. Available from Omnixon Global. Contact our sales team to request a quote.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | HPE-ARUBA-CX6000 |
| Part Number | R8N85A |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | Switch |
| Interface | 10GbE |
| Speed | 1GbE access, 10GbE uplinks |
| Series | CX 6000 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R8N85A |
| Switch Type | Managed Layer 2 |
| Operating System | ArubaOS-CX |
| Total Ports | 52 |
| RJ-45 Ports | 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T |
| SFP Uplink Ports | 4 x 1G SFP |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3af / IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) |
| PoE Ports | 48 |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
| Layer 2 Features | VLANs, RSTP, IGMP Snooping, LLDP, LLDP-MED, Link Aggregation (802.3ad) |
| Quality of Service | Layer 2 QoS, 802.1p priority queuing |
| Management Interfaces | Web UI, CLI, REST API, Aruba Central (cloud) |
| Zero-Touch Provisioning | Supported via Aruba Central |
| IPv6 Support | Yes |
| Security Features | ACLs, Port Security, RADIUS/TACACS+ Authentication, 802.1X |
| Stacking | Not supported |
| Mounting | Rack-mount kit included |
Frequently Asked Questions about HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 Switch
What does the HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 Switch do?
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 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.
What are the headline specs of the HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 Switch?
Key specifications for the HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 Switch: form factor Switch; new condition; ports 12/24/48 ports; speed 1GbE access, 10GbE uplinks; poe PoE+ (up to 370W); management Aruba Central (Cloud). Manufacturer part number R8N85A. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 Switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 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.