Aruba CX 6000 R8N85A 48-Port PoE+ Managed Ethernet Switch with 4x 1G SFP Uplinks (370W PoE Budget)

The Aruba CX 6000 Managed Ethernet Switch is a high-performance and cost-effective networking solution designed for SMBs, enterprise branch offices, retail stores, schools, hospitality, and surveillance deployments. Equipped with 48 Gigabit PoE+ Ethernet ports, 4 Gigabit SFP uplink ports, and a 370W PoE power budget, this switch delivers reliable Layer 2 connectivity for modern business networks.

Built on the Aruba AOS-CX operating system, the Aruba CX 6000 series offers simplified network management, enterprise-grade security, and flexible deployment options. The switch supports Web GUI, CLI, and Aruba Central cloud management, allowing IT teams to efficiently monitor and manage network infrastructure.

With support for IEEE 802.3af/at PoE standards, the Aruba CX 6000 switch can power wireless access points, IP cameras, VoIP phones, and IoT devices without additional power injectors. Its energy-efficient design and stable switching performance make it an ideal solution for enterprise edge access networking.

Figure 1 shows the front panel of R8N85A.

• 48 × 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ Ethernet ports
• 4 × 1G SFP uplink ports
• 370W PoE power budget
• Enterprise-class Layer 2 managed switch
• Aruba AOS-CX operating system
• Web GUI, CLI, and Aruba Central management
• Support for VLAN, QoS, ACL, and static routing
• Energy-efficient and reliable network performance
• Ideal for WiFi access points, IP surveillance, and VoIP deployments

The Aruba CX 6000 switch series is engineered to provide stable and secure enterprise-grade connectivity for growing business networks. It is suitable for access-layer deployments requiring reliable Gigabit Ethernet and PoE+ support.

With a 370W PoE budget, the switch can power multiple wireless access points, VoIP phones, IP cameras, and IoT devices simultaneously, reducing deployment complexity and infrastructure costs.

The Aruba AOS-CX operating system simplifies configuration and network monitoring through an intuitive Web GUI, command-line interface, and Aruba Central cloud-based management platform.

Designed for continuous enterprise operation, the Aruba CX 6000 delivers efficient power consumption while maintaining stable network performance for demanding business environments.

The Aruba CX 6000 48-Port PoE+ Switch is widely used in:

• Enterprise office networks
• SMB network infrastructure
• WiFi 5 and WiFi 6 deployments
• IP surveillance systems
• Hospitality and hotel networking
• Educational campus networks
• Retail store connectivity
• VoIP communication systems

The Aruba CX 6000 supports IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at PoE standards, allowing it to power wireless access points, VoIP phones, IP cameras, IoT devices, and other powered Ethernet equipment.

The Aruba CX 6000 is primarily a Layer 2 managed switch with support for static routing, making it ideal for enterprise edge access deployments.

Yes. The Aruba CX 6000 provides Gigabit PoE+ connectivity that supports many WiFi 5 and WiFi 6 access point deployments in SMB and enterprise environments.

The switch supports standard 1G SFP transceivers. However, compatibility verification is recommended before deployment.

The 370W model is suitable for standard enterprise access deployments. Networks with a large number of high-power PoE devices may require higher PoE budget versions.

• 100% original Aruba networking equipment
• Professional technical support
• Fast worldwide shipping
• Secure export packaging
• Enterprise deployment assistance
• Competitive pricing for global customers
• Warranty service available