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

BRAND NEW WITH FULL HPE WARRANTY!!! 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.