R8N89B#ABA HPE Aruba CX 6000 12-Port Managed PoE+ Switch

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The R8N89B#ABA HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 12-Port Managed PoE+ Switch is an enterprise-grade Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet switch designed to provide secure, reliable, and high-performance wired connectivity for branch offices, small and medium-sized businesses, retail environments, educational institutions, and enterprise edge deployments. Equipped with 12 Gigabit Class 4 PoE+ ports, 2 dedicated Gigabit SFP uplinks, and a 139W PoE budget, it simplifies the deployment of IP phones, wireless access points, surveillance cameras, and other PoE-enabled devices.

Powered by the Aruba ASIC architecture and the AOS-CX operating system, the CX 6000 Series delivers enterprise-class Layer 2 switching, static routing, advanced security, flexible management, and dependable performance. Its compact fanless design makes it ideal for noise-sensitive environments while providing reliable networking for modern business applications.

Key Features – HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 R8N89B#ABA

Processor:

• Dual-Core ARM Cortex-A9 processor optimized for enterprise switching

Memory:

• Embedded system memory supporting enterprise switching functions

Storage:

• Internal Flash memory for firmware and configuration storage

Controller:

• Aruba ASIC with AOS-CX Layer 2 managed switching

Networking / Ports:

• 12 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet Class 4 PoE+ RJ-45 ports
• 2 × 1G SFP uplink ports
• USB Type-C console port
• USB Type-A host port

Power & Cooling:

• 139W PoE budget
• Internal power supply
• Fanless silent operation

Management:

• Aruba Central
• Web GUI
• Command Line Interface (CLI)
• REST APIs
• Aruba NetEdit
• SNMP
• Syslog

Security:

• IEEE 802.1X Authentication
• Access Control Lists (ACLs)
• DHCP Snooping
• Port Security
• RADIUS Authentication
• MAC Authentication
• Secure Management (SSH)

Form Factor:

• Compact Rack-Mount / Desktop Switch

Technical Specifications

Processor Type:

• Dual-Core ARM Cortex-A9 @ 1.016 GHz

Chipset / Platform:

• Aruba ASIC Architecture

Operating System:

• Aruba AOS-CX

Memory Technology:

• Embedded DRAM and Flash

Storage Interface:

• Internal Flash Storage

RAID Support:

• Not Applicable

Expansion Slots:

• 2 × Gigabit SFP uplink ports

Networking:

• 12 × 10/100/1000Base-T Class 4 PoE+ ports
• 2 × 1000Base-X SFP uplinks
• IEEE 802.3af PoE
• IEEE 802.3at PoE+
• IEEE 802.1Q VLAN
• Link Aggregation (LACP)
• Quality of Service (QoS)
• Static Routing
• IPv4 / IPv6 Support
• Access Control Lists (ACLs)

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: 32 Gbps
• Throughput: 23.8 Mpps
• PoE Budget: 139W

I/O Ports:

• 12 × RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet
• 2 × SFP
• USB Type-C Console
• USB Type-A Host

Operating System Compatibility:

• Aruba Central
• Web-based Management
• CLI Management
• SNMP-compatible Network Management Platforms

Physical Specifications

Form Factor:

• Compact Rack Mount / Desktop

Cooling:

• Fanless Design

Weight:

• Approximately 2.78 kg (6.13 lbs)

Dimensions:

• 254 × 255 × 43.9 mm (W × D × H)
• 10.0 × 10.04 × 1.73 inches (W × D × H)

Ideal For

• Small and Medium Businesses
• Enterprise Branch Offices
• Retail Stores
• Educational Institutions
• Healthcare Facilities
• Hospitality Networks
• Remote Office Deployments
• IP Surveillance Systems
• VoIP Phone Infrastructure
• Wireless Access Point Connectivity

Warranty & Support

• HPE Aruba Limited Lifetime Warranty
• Software updates available through HPE Aruba support policies
• Compatible with Aruba Central cloud management
• Enterprise technical support available through HPE Aruba services.

FAQs – HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 R8N89B#ABA

1. Does the R8N89B#ABA support Power over Ethernet?
Yes. It supports IEEE 802.3af PoE and IEEE 802.3at PoE+ with a total 139W PoE budget, allowing it to power IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras.

2. How many uplink ports are available?
The switch includes 2 dedicated Gigabit SFP uplink ports for high-speed fiber connectivity to aggregation or core switches.

3. Is the switch fanless?
Yes. The CX 6000 12-port model features a fanless design, making it ideal for offices, classrooms, and other quiet environments.

4. How is the switch managed?
It supports Aruba Central, Web GUI, CLI, REST APIs, SNMP, and Aruba NetEdit for simplified deployment and centralized management.

5. Does the switch support Layer 3 routing?
The CX 6000 Series is primarily a Layer 2 managed switch with static routing support for basic Layer 3 functionality in enterprise access networks.

6. What environments is this switch best suited for?
The R8N89B#ABA is ideal for SMBs, enterprise branch offices, schools, healthcare facilities, hospitality venues, retail stores, and enterprise edge deployments requiring secure Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with PoE+ support.