HPE Aruba CX 6000 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch R8N85A

BRAND NEW. FACTORY SEALED. FULL HPE WARRANTY INCLUDED. MANUFACTURED BY HPE ARUBA. FROM CHICAGO COMPUTER SUPPLY

Overview

The HPE Aruba CX 6000 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch R8N85A is a fully managed Layer 2 access switch designed for modern enterprise, branch, and campus networks. It delivers high-density Gigabit connectivity along with integrated Class 4 PoE+ support, allowing businesses to power critical devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, and security cameras directly from the switch.

Built on Aruba ASIC architecture and powered by the AOS-CX operating system, this switch ensures reliable performance, simplified management, and enterprise-grade security. With 48 Gigabit ports, four SFP uplinks, and 370W PoE capacity, it provides scalable connectivity for growing networks.

Key Features

• 48 × Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports for high-density connectivity
• 4 × 1G SFP uplink ports for core network integration
• 370W Class 4 PoE+ power budget for powering devices
• Aruba AOS-CX operating system for simplified management
• Enterprise-grade Aruba ASIC switching architecture
• Rack-mountable form factor for structured deployments

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: HPE Aruba
Model: R8N85A
Product Series: Aruba CX 6000
Device Type: Managed Ethernet Switch
Form Factor: Rack-mountable
Ports: 48 × 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (PoE+)
Uplink Ports: 4 × 1G SFP
PoE Budget: 370W Class 4 PoE+
Processor: ARM Cortex A9 @ 1.016 GHz
Memory: 8 GB DDR3
Flash Storage: 16 GB
Switching Architecture: Aruba ASIC
Operating System: Aruba AOS-CX
Management Options: Web GUI, CLI, Aruba Central, Aruba NetEdit
Color: Black
Warranty: Full HPE Aruba manufacturer warranty

Use Cases

The HPE Aruba CX 6000 R8N85A is ideal for enterprise access layer deployments where both data connectivity and device power delivery are required. It supports powering wireless access points, IP phones, and surveillance cameras while maintaining reliable network performance. This switch is best suited for branch offices, enterprise campuses, and business networks that require secure, scalable, and centrally managed connectivity for modern IoT and cloud-based environments.

Why Choose Aruba CX 6000 R8N85A 

• Integrated PoE+ support eliminates the need for external power supplies
• High port density supports growing enterprise networks
• Reliable Aruba switching performance and enterprise-grade hardware
• Flexible management using Aruba AOS-CX and Aruba Central
• Scalable design suitable for modern IoT and cloud deployments
• Genuine HPE Aruba hardware supplied by Chicago Computer Supply

FAQs

What is the Aruba CX 6000 R8N85A used for?

It provides managed Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with PoE+ power for enterprise access networks.

How many ports are available on this switch?

It includes 48 Gigabit PoE+ Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports.

What is the PoE power capacity?

The switch supports up to 370W of Class 4 PoE+ power.

Can it power devices like access points and IP phones?

Yes. It can power wireless access points, IP phones, and security cameras directly.

Is this product genuine and covered by warranty?

Yes. It is brand new, factory-sealed, and backed by a full HPE Aruba manufacturer's warranty from Chicago Computer Supply.