HPE Aruba CX 6000 12-Port PoE (139W) 2x1G/SFP Switch | R8N89A

The HPE Aruba R8N89A is an entry level Layer 2 access switch with 12 x 1G PoE ports (139W), 2 x 1G ports, 2 x 1G SFP ports and a single fixed power supply.

Key features

• 12 x 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE ports
• 2 x 1G SFP ports
• 2 x 1GbE ports
• Supports PoE Standards IEEE 802.3af, 802.3at
• 1 x USB-C Console Port
• 1 x USB Type-A Host port
• Fixed power supply
• Up to 139W of Class 4 PoE Power
• Fanless
• Limited lifetime warranty
  
  

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About this product
The HPE Aruba CX 6000 series offers affordable, high-performance switching solutions tailored for growing businesses and distributed office locations. These entry-level access switches combine enterprise-class features with simplified management to create robust network foundations for modern digital workplaces.

Engineered for reliability and security, these switches provide cost-effective wired connectivity that seamlessly integrates with IoT ecosystems, cloud services, and mobile workforce requirements. Their custom ASIC architecture and AOS-CX operating system deliver responsive performance while maintaining flexibility for evolving network demands.

Key highlights of this fully managed switching platform include:

• High-power PoE+ capabilities (740W total) supporting energy-intensive devices

• Silent operation models for office environments

• Multiple configuration options to match specific deployment scenarios

• Unified management across the entire switching infrastructure

The series provides essential Layer 2 networking functionality with:

• Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE options

• Comprehensive traffic management tools

• Advanced security controls

• Future-ready IPv6 compatibility

• Flexible deployment in 12 to 48 port densities

Performance enhancements include:

• Dedicated processing silicon for faster throughput

• Intelligent power management

• High-capacity uplink ports

• Optimized for wireless and IoT device connectivity

Administrators benefit from:

• Choice of management interfaces (GUI, CLI, or cloud-based)

• Automated configuration tools

• Centralized network oversight

• Simplified provisioning workflows

• API-driven automation capabilities

The platform's smart features help IT teams:

• Reduce manual configuration tasks

• Accelerate device onboarding

• Maintain consistent security policies

• Prepare for SDN adoption

• Streamline ongoing network maintenance

This switching solution eliminates complex licensing models while delivering enterprise-grade functionality suitable for various business environments. Its balanced combination of performance, power efficiency, and management simplicity makes it ideal for organizations seeking reliable network infrastructure without unnecessary complexity.