Stack of five Aruba CX 6200M switches showing multiple Ethernet ports, SFP+ uplinks, and management interfaces

Enterprise-Grade Network Scalability with Stackable Switch Design

The Aruba CX 6200M switch series demonstrates its robust scalability through an innovative stacking configuration that enables seamless network expansion. Each unit features 24 Gigabit Ethernet PoE ports and 4 SFP+ uplink ports, providing high-speed connectivity while supporting power-hungry devices. The modular design incorporates hot-swappable components and redundant power supplies, ensuring maximum network uptime in mission-critical environments. With a total PoE budget of 740W and support for up to Class 4 PoE, these switches can easily power advanced IoT devices, security cameras, and wireless access points throughout your infrastructure.

Technical Specifications

  • 24 Gigabit Ethernet PoE ports with Class 4 (60W per port) capability
  • 4 dedicated 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed connectivity
  • Stackable architecture supporting up to 8 switches in a single managed unit

Applications

  • Large enterprise campus network deployments requiring unified management
  • Data center access layer supporting high-density device connectivity
  • Branch office installations demanding reliable PoE+ device support

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Manufacturer Part Number

R8Q68A

Brand Name

Aruba

Product Series

CX 6200

Product Name

6200M 24G Class4 PoE 4SFP+ Switch

Product Type

Ethernet Switch

Interfaces/Ports
Total Number of Network Ports

24

Uplink Port

Yes

Modular

Yes

Network (RJ-45)

Yes

Port/Expansion Slot Details

4 x 10Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
24 x Gigabit Ethernet PoE

Media & Performance
Media Type Supported

Twisted Pair
Optical Fiber

Ethernet Technology

10 Gigabit Ethernet
Gigabit Ethernet

Network Technology

10GBase-X
10/100/1000Base-T

I/O Expansions
Number of Total Expansion Slots

4

Expansion Slot Type

SFP+

Number of SFP+ Slots

4

Network & Communication
Layer Supported

3

Networking Standards

IEEE 802.1x
IEEE 802.3
IEEE 802.3bt
IEEE 802.3at
IEEE 802.3az
IEEE 802.3ad
IEEE 802.1s
IEEE 802.1D
IEEE 802.1w
IEEE 802.1ab
IEEE 802.1Q
IEEE 802.1v
IEEE 802.1ae
IEEE 802.3af
IEEE 802.1ak
IEEE 802.1AX
IEEE 802.1t
IEEE 802.3z

Management & Protocols
Manageable

Yes

Power Description
PoE Budget

740 W

Input Voltage

120 V AC
230 V AC

Frequency

50 Hz
60 Hz

Power Source

Power Supply

Power Consumption

60 W

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor

Cabinet Mount
Surface Mount
Rack-mountable

Height

1.7

Width

17.4

Depth

15.2

Weight (Approximate)

12.85 lb

Miscellaneous
Application/Usage

Data Center
Branch Office
Business

Included in the Box

  • icon_list|cx 6200m switch|CX 6200M Switch Main unit icon

    CX 6200M Switch

  • icon_list|Power cord|Power Cable Power cord icon

    Power Cord

  • icon_list|rack ears|Rack Ears Mounting kit icon

    Rack Ears

  • icon_list|quick start guide|Quick Start Guide Documentation icon

    Quick Start Guide

FAQs

What are the key features of the Aruba 6200M 24G Class4 PoE 4SFP+ Switch?
The Aruba 6200M 24G is a next-generation stackable access switch featuring 24 Gigabit Ethernet PoE ports and 4 SFP+ uplink ports. It runs on AOS-CX operating system with built-in analytics and automation capabilities through the Aruba Network Analytics Engine. The switch offers enterprise-class features including Layer 3 support, a 740W PoE budget, and hot-swappable power supplies and fans. It supports up to 60W PoE per port and can be stacked with up to 8 switches using the Aruba CX Mobile App for easy deployment.
What are the PoE capabilities of this switch?
The Aruba 6200M features robust PoE capabilities with a total PoE budget of 740W. It supports multiple PoE standards including IEEE 802.3bt, 802.3at, and 802.3af, delivering up to 60W per port. This high power delivery makes it ideal for powering demanding devices like IoT equipment, security cameras, and wireless access points. The switch includes 24 Gigabit Ethernet PoE-enabled ports for connecting powered devices.
What are the networking standards and protocols supported by the Aruba 6200M?
The Aruba 6200M supports an extensive range of networking standards including IEEE 802.1x for security, 802.3 for Ethernet operations, 802.1Q for VLAN tagging, 802.1s for multiple spanning trees, 802.1D for spanning tree protocol, 802.1w for rapid spanning tree, 802.1ab for LLDP, 802.1ae for MACsec encryption, 802.3ad for link aggregation, and 802.3az for energy efficiency. It also supports 802.3bt, 802.3at, and 802.3af for PoE operations.
What are the physical specifications and mounting options for this switch?
The Aruba 6200M has dimensions of 1.7" height x 17.4" width x 15.2" depth and weighs approximately 12.85 lb. It offers flexible mounting options including cabinet mount, surface mount, and rack-mountable configurations. The modular design includes hot-swappable power supplies and fans for enhanced reliability and maintenance flexibility.
What management and monitoring capabilities does the Aruba 6200M offer?
The switch features comprehensive management capabilities through the AOS-CX operating system, which includes a built-in time series database for historical troubleshooting and trend analysis. It offers REST APIs and Python scripting support for network task automation, the Aruba Network Analytics Engine (NAE) for advanced monitoring, and Aruba NetEdit support. The intuitive Aruba CX Mobile App enables easy installation, configuration, and stacking management.

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Ethernet Technology 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
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