The HPE Aruba Networking CX 6300M 48p + 4p SFP56 50G TAA Switch is a modular, enterprise-class Layer 3 switch designed for high-density access and aggregation networks. It delivers 48 multi-speed Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 SFP56 uplink ports supporting up to 50 Gbps, powered by Aruba’s AOS-CX operating system for high availability, automation, and performance in large-scale deployments.
Detailed Specifications
Hardware & Architecture
- Model: Aruba CX 6300M 48p 10M/100M/1G + 4p SFP56 50G TAA
- Architecture: Modular chassis supporting field-replaceable power supplies and fan trays
- Switching Fabric: Up to 880 Gbps switching capacity
- Throughput: Up to 654 Mpps (million packets per second)
- Stacking: Supports Aruba Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) for up to 10 stacked switches
- Operating System: Aruba AOS-CX — modular Linux-based OS with built-in analytics and automation
Ports & Interfaces
- Access Ports: 48 × RJ-45 copper ports supporting 10 Mbps / 100 Mbps / 1 Gbps auto-sensing speeds
- Uplink Ports: 4 × SFP56 uplinks supporting 1 G / 10 G / 25 G / 50 G speeds
- Console Port: USB-C for local management
- USB Port: USB-A for configuration or log export
- Management Port: Dedicated out-of-band Ethernet interface
Performance & Latency
- Switching Capacity: 880 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate: 654 Mpps
- Latency (typical):
- 1 Gbps: ~4.2 µs
- 10 Gbps: ~1.5 µs
- 25 Gbps: ~2.9 µs
- Packet Buffer: Dynamic, shared memory for optimized throughput and congestion management
Layer 2 / Layer 3 Features
- Layer 2: VLANs, MSTP, RSTP, LACP, LLDP, IGMP Snooping
- Layer 3: Static routing, OSPF, BGP, VRF, and policy-based routing
- IPv6 Support: Full dual-stack (IPv4/IPv6) routing
- Security Features:
- Layer 2–4 Access Control Lists (ACLs)
- DHCP Snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI)
- IEEE 802.1X authentication
- MACsec encryption support (model dependent)
- Quality of Service (QoS): Advanced traffic classification, prioritization, and shaping
Power & Cooling
- Power Supply: Modular and hot-swappable (supports redundant PSU configuration)
- Cooling: Hot-swappable, variable-speed fans
- Power Input: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
- Typical Power Draw: Varies by load (~130 W base, excluding uplinks)
- Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 45 °C
Physical Design & Build
- Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable switch
- Dimensions: Approx. 44 cm (W) × 30 cm (D) × 4.4 cm (H)
- Weight: ~6.5 kg
- Mounting: 19-inch rack ears and brackets included
Management & Automation
- Management Interfaces: CLI (SSH/Console), Web UI, REST API, SNMP v2/v3
- Automation Tools:
- Aruba Network Analytics Engine (NAE) for telemetry and event-based scripting
- Aruba NetEdit and Aruba Central integration for centralized configuration
- Stack Management: Managed as a single virtual switch using VSF
- Monitoring: Real-time telemetry with system-level visibility
Key Features
- 48 × multi-speed Gigabit access ports and 4 × SFP56 uplinks up to 50 Gbps
- Modular design with dual PSU and fan redundancy options
- Advanced Layer 3 capabilities with OSPF, BGP, and VRF routing
- Enterprise automation through Aruba AOS-CX and Network Analytics Engine
- High-performance stacking for scalable campus and aggregation networks
- Secure and reliable platform built for long-term enterprise deployment
Meta Description
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 6300M 48p + 4p SFP56 50G TAA Switch offers 48 Gigabit access ports, 50 Gbps uplinks, full Layer 3 routing, and modular redundancy. Powered by Aruba AOS-CX, it delivers automation, scalability, and high-speed connectivity ideal for large enterprise access and aggregation networks.
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