HPE Aruba CX 6300M 48-port Gen2
Brand: HPE | Category: Network Switches
SKU: JL996A | Part #: JL996A | MPN: JL996A
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About the HPE Aruba CX 6300M 48-port Gen2
The HPE Aruba CX 6300M 48-port Gen2 (JL996A) is a high-performance, enterprise-class access and aggregation switch built on the Aruba CX operating system — a modern, programmable, microservices-based network OS designed for resilience, automation, and deep observability. The switch delivers a non-blocking switching architecture with advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 feature support, making it well suited for demanding campus core, aggregation, and AI-driven workload environments where consistent throughput and deterministic latency are essential.
Equipped with 48 downlink ports and high-density uplink options, the CX 6300M Gen2 supports dynamic segmentation, policy enforcement, and role-based access control natively through integration with HPE Aruba Central and ClearPass — enabling zero-trust network architectures without requiring overlay complexity. The switch supports robust Quality of Service, ECMP routing, OSPF, BGP, and VRF-lite, giving network architects the routing flexibility expected of a modern enterprise aggregation layer device.
The CX 6300M Gen2 is purpose-built for enterprises investing in AI infrastructure, high-density Wi-Fi 6/6E deployments, and IoT edge connectivity. Its REST API, Ansible and Python support, and native streaming telemetry via gNMI/gRPC make it a natural fit for NetDevOps teams seeking infrastructure-as-code workflows. The switch integrates with HPE Aruba Central for cloud-native management, providing AIOps-driven insights, automated troubleshooting, and lifecycle management from a single pane of glass across UAE, GCC, EMEA, and APAC deployments.
Ideal for
- Enterprise campus aggregation layer connecting high-density Wi-Fi 6/6E access points and IoT endpoints with policy-based segmentation
- AI and GPU cluster network access layer requiring non-blocking throughput and low-latency east-west traffic handling
- Zero-trust campus deployments leveraging dynamic segmentation and role-based access control via HPE Aruba ClearPass integration
- NetDevOps-driven network automation environments using REST APIs, Ansible playbooks, and Python scripting for infrastructure-as-code operations
- High-density datacenter edge or top-of-rack switching for enterprise private cloud workloads requiring L3 routing with VRF-lite and BGP
- Multi-site enterprise WAN aggregation with centralized cloud management via HPE Aruba Central and streaming telemetry for AIOps visibility
Technical specifications
| Manufacturer | HP |
| Brand | HPE Aruba |
| Product Line | Aruba CX 6300 Series Gen2 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JL996A |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
| Total Ports | 48 |
| Downlink Ports | 48 x 1G/2.5G/5G/10GBASE-T (PoE+/PoE++) |
| Uplink Ports | 4 x 1G/10G/25G SFP28 uplink slots |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3bt (PoE++) |
| PoE Budget | Up to 1440W total PoE budget |
| Switching Capacity | Refer to HPE official datasheet for confirmed throughput figure |
| MAC Address Table | 32,768 entries |
| Operating System | Aruba CX OS (microservices-based, Linux-derived) |
| Layer 3 Routing | OSPFv2/v3, BGP, static routing, VRF-lite, ECMP |
| Management | HPE Aruba Central (cloud), REST API, CLI, SNMP, gNMI/gRPC streaming telemetry |
| Automation Support | Ansible, Python, REST API, NAE (Network Analytics Engine) |
| Security Features | Dynamic segmentation, role-based access control, MACsec (port-level), DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, 802.1X |
| High Availability | Dual redundant hot-swap power supplies, hot-swap fans, VSX (Virtual Switching Extension) for active-active redundancy |
| Redundant Power Supply | Yes — dual PSU slots, hot-swappable |
| Fan Modules | Hot-swappable, front-to-back and back-to-front airflow options |
| Stacking | VSX (Virtual Switching Extension) — active-active chassis-level redundancy over standard uplinks |
| Standards Compliance | IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1ax (LACP), 802.3ad, 802.1AB (LLDP), 802.1p QoS |
| Regulatory Compliance | CE, UL, FCC Class A |
| Target Deployment | Enterprise campus aggregation, AI workloads, high-density wireless, datacenter edge |
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | JL996A |
| Part Number | JL996A |
| Condition | New |
| Product Line | Aruba CX 6300 Series Gen2 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JL996A |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
| Total Ports | 48 |
| Downlink Ports | 48 x 1G/2.5G/5G/10GBASE-T (PoE+/PoE++) |
| Uplink Ports | 4 x 1G/10G/25G SFP28 uplink slots |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3bt (PoE++) |
| PoE Budget | Up to 1440W total PoE budget |
| Switching Capacity | Refer to HPE official datasheet for confirmed throughput figure |
| MAC Address Table | 32,768 entries |
| Operating System | Aruba CX OS (microservices-based, Linux-derived) |
| Layer 3 Routing | OSPFv2/v3, BGP, static routing, VRF-lite, ECMP |
| Management | HPE Aruba Central (cloud), REST API, CLI, SNMP, gNMI/gRPC streaming telemetry |
| Automation Support | Ansible, Python, REST API, NAE (Network Analytics Engine) |
| Security Features | Dynamic segmentation, role-based access control, MACsec (port-level), DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, 802.1X |
| High Availability | Dual redundant hot-swap power supplies, hot-swap fans, VSX (Virtual Switching Extension) for active-active redundancy |
| Redundant Power Supply | Yes — dual PSU slots, hot-swappable |
| Fan Modules | Hot-swappable, front-to-back and back-to-front airflow options |
| Stacking | VSX (Virtual Switching Extension) — active-active chassis-level redundancy over standard uplinks |
| Standards Compliance | IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1ax (LACP), 802.3ad, 802.1AB (LLDP), 802.1p QoS |
| Regulatory Compliance | CE, UL, FCC Class A |
| Target Deployment | Enterprise campus aggregation, AI workloads, high-density wireless, datacenter edge |
Frequently Asked Questions about HPE Aruba CX 6300M 48-port Gen2
Does the HPE Aruba CX 6300M 48-port Gen2 support our SFP transceivers?
Most enterprise switches ship without transceivers; we quote vendor-matched optics alongside the switch (Cisco-genuine for Catalyst/Nexus, HPE/Aruba-genuine for CX, Juniper-genuine for QFX/EX). Third-party MSA-compatible options are also available at lower cost — specify preference in the RFQ.
Do you provide stacking / VPC / MLAG configuration help?
Yes — our network engineers can pre-stage stacking, VPC pairs, MLAG, EVPN-VXLAN, or fabric extender configurations in advance, or provide remote commissioning. Add commissioning to your RFQ.
What software licensing is included?
Switch software licensing varies by vendor. Cisco DNA / Cisco DCNM, Aruba CX licensing tiers, Juniper Premium, NVIDIA Cumulus — we quote the licensing tier matched to your features (BGP-EVPN, telemetry, automation). No surprises later.
Is the support global?
Yes — manufacturer hardware support is global (return-to-vendor or advance replacement depending on tier). For 24x7 same-day on-site replacement, attach a SmartNet / Foundation Care / J-Care contract during quoting.