HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200M 36G 12SR5 Class6 PoE 4SFP Switch – R8Q71A

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The HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200M 36G 12SR5 Class6 PoE 4SFP Switch (R8Q71A) is a high-performance, multi-purpose enterprise switch designed for modern networks. Featuring 12 PoE Class6 ports capable of delivering up to 30 W per port and 4 SFP uplink ports, it supports Power over Ethernet, robust switching, and flexible uplink connectivity for campus access, branch aggregation, or edge deployments. Built on Aruba’s CX fabric with Layer-3 capabilities, this switch delivers reliable performance, low latency, and scalability with stacking, making it suitable for SMBs and enterprise networks.

Key Features – HPE Aruba CX 6200M (R8Q71A)

• Ports:
 o 12 × 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE Class6 ports (supports up to 30 W per port)
 o 4 × 1G SFP uplink ports
 o 1 × RJ-45 Console Port
 o 1 × USB-C Console Port
 o 1 × OOBM port
 o 1 × USB-A Host port

• PoE Standards: IEEE 802.3af, 802.3at
• Switching Capacity: 72 Gbps
• Throughput: Up to ~53.6 Mpps
• Stacking: Supports up to 8 switches per stack
• Latency: Low-latency performance for access layer traffic
• Management: AOS-CX with CLI, SNMP, RMON, Aruba Central, AirWave
• Security: Role-based access, ACL, MACsec (depending on configuration)

Power & Performance

• PoE Power Budget: Depending on power supply and configuration, ample PoE budget for Class6 devices
• Input Voltage: 100–240 VAC
• Power Features: Smart PoE management, efficient power delivery

Use Cases:

• Enterprise campus access switch
• PoE for wireless access points, IP cameras, VoIP phones
• SMB or branch office networking
• Network expansion with manageable stacking

Physical Specifications:

• Weight: 5.80 kg (approx. 12.79 lbs)
• Dimensions: Approx. 1.73″ × 17.4″ × 15.1″ (1U form factor)
• Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty (as per HPE terms)

FAQs – HPE Aruba CX 6200M 36G 12SR5 PoE Switch (R8Q71A)

Q1: What kind of devices can I connect to this switch?
You can connect PoE devices such as wireless access points, IP cameras, VoIP phones, and standard network devices via the 12 PoE Class6 ports. The 4 SFP uplinks let you connect to aggregation switches or backbone infrastructure.

Q2: What does “Class6 PoE” mean?
Class6 PoE refers to a power class that supports up to ~30 W per port, suitable for devices that need higher power such as multi-radio access points or advanced cameras.

Q3: Can I stack multiple units of this switch?
Yes, the CX 6200M supports stackable operation — allowing multiple switches to be managed as a single logical unit, up to 8 members per stack.

Q4: Does this switch support Layer-3 routing?
Yes — the Aruba CX 6200M series offers Layer-3 features for routing, including static routes, OSPF, and other advanced routing protocols depending on software configuration.

Q5: Which management tools does this switch support?
It supports Aruba AOS-CX CLI, SNMP, RMON, and can be managed via Aruba Central or AirWave network management platforms.

Q6: Is a power supply included?
A minimum of one power supply is required. Depending on configuration and regional models, compatible hot-swappable PSUs may be ordered separately.

Q7: What warranty coverage is provided?
HPE offers a limited lifetime warranty for this switch series. Actual terms vary by region — check local HPE warranty terms.