HPE Aruba R8N85A CX 6000 48-port Gigabit PoE Switch with 4x SFP ports.

HPE Aruba 6000 R8N85A Switch

Overview

The HPE Aruba 6000 R8N85A is a high-performance, managed switch designed for demanding network environments. Featuring 48 ports of Gigabit Ethernet with Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities and 4 Gigabit SFP ports, this switch offers robust connectivity, efficient power management, and advanced networking features. Its compact 1U rack-mountable design with side-to-side airflow makes it ideal for deployment in a variety of enterprise and data center environments.

Key Features

Device Type and Enclosure

The HPE Aruba 6000 R8N85A is a managed, stackable switch that provides comprehensive network management and flexibility:

• Device Type: Switch – 48 Ports – Managed – Stackable. The managed capabilities allow for extensive control and configuration of the network, while the stackable feature supports scalability by allowing multiple switches to be connected and operated as a single unit.
• Enclosure Type: Side-to-Side Airflow, Rack-Mountable 1U. The 1U form factor ensures that the switch fits into standard rack setups, while the side-to-side airflow design optimizes cooling efficiency and performance.
• Subtype: Gigabit Ethernet. This subtype indicates that the switch supports 1 Gbps network speeds, which is ideal for many enterprise and data center applications.

Port Configuration and Power Over Ethernet (PoE)

The switch is equipped with a comprehensive port configuration to support various network needs:

• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 (PoE+) + 4 x Gigabit SFP. The 48 Ethernet ports support PoE+, providing both data and power to connected devices such as IP cameras and phones, while the 4 SFP ports offer additional flexibility for uplink and high-speed connections.
• Power Over Ethernet (PoE): PoE. This allows the switch to deliver power to compatible devices over the same Ethernet cables used for data transmission.
• PoE Budget: 370 W. This power budget supports the simultaneous operation of multiple PoE devices, making it suitable for environments with many powered endpoints.

Performance Metrics

The HPE Aruba 6000 R8N85A delivers high performance and reliability:

• Packet Buffer Size: 12.38 MB. The large packet buffer allows for efficient handling of network traffic and prevents packet loss during high traffic periods.
• Throughput: 77.3 Mpps (Million packets per second). This high throughput capability ensures the switch can handle large volumes of traffic with low latency.
• Switching Capacity: 104 Gbps. The high switching capacity supports extensive data movement across the network, making it suitable for high-demand applications.
• Latency (1 Gbps): 1.9 µs. Low latency ensures rapid data transmission and minimal delay in network communication.

Capacity and Scalability

The switch provides significant capacity and scalability for growing network demands:

• Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs): 16. SVIs enable the switch to handle multiple VLANs, facilitating network segmentation and management.
• ARP Entries: 1024. This capacity allows for efficient address resolution protocol operations within the network.
• IPv4 Routes (Unicast): 512. Supports up to 512 unicast routes, providing flexibility in routing IPv4 traffic.
• IPv6 Routes (Unicast): 512. Similarly supports up to 512 unicast routes for IPv6 traffic, accommodating modern networking requirements.
• IGMP Groups: 512. Supports multicast group management, enhancing the delivery of multicast data.
• MLD Groups: 512. Facilitates multicast listener discovery for IPv6 multicast traffic.
• IPv4 ACL Entries (Ingress): 256. Access control lists (ACLs) for IPv4 traffic enhance security and traffic management.
• IPv6 ACL Entries (Ingress): 128. Similar ACL support for IPv6 traffic, enabling advanced filtering and security measures.
• MAC ACL Entries (Ingress): 256. Provides additional ACL functionality for MAC addresses, improving network access control.

MAC Address Table and Frame Support

The switch efficiently manages MAC addresses and supports large frame sizes:

• MAC Address Table Size: 8192 Entries. This large MAC address table accommodates a wide range of devices on the network.
• Jumbo Frame Support: 9198 Bytes. Supports large frame sizes for high-performance data transfer and reduced overhead.

Routing Protocols

The switch supports a range of routing protocols to facilitate efficient network operations:

• IGMPv2 and IGMPv3: These protocols manage multicast group memberships, improving multicast data handling and performance.

Remote Management and Connectivity

Remote management and connectivity options are crucial for network administration:

• Remote Management Protocols: Supports SNMP versions 1, 2c, and 3, HTTP, HTTPS, and RADIUS for secure and flexible network management.
• Expansion and Connectivity Interfaces: Includes 48 x 10/100/1000 Base-T RJ-45 PoE Class 4 ports, 4 x Gigabit LAN SFP ports, 1 x USB Type A port, and 1 x USB-C console port for versatile connectivity and expansion options.

Power and Efficiency

The HPE Aruba 6000 R8N85A is designed to be power-efficient while delivering high performance:

• Power Device: Internal Power Supply. Ensures reliable power delivery with a compact and integrated design.
• Voltage Required: AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz). Compatible with standard power sources for global deployment.
• Power Consumption (Operational): 45 Watts. Provides efficient power usage while maintaining optimal performance.

Memory and Processing

The switch includes substantial memory and processing resources to support its operations:

• Flash Memory: 16 GB. Provides ample storage for firmware, configurations, and network data.
• RAM: 4 GB DDR3 SDRAM. Ensures efficient operation and handling of network processes.
• Processor: 1 x ARM A9 at 1.016 GHz. Delivers the processing power needed for high-performance network operations.

Features and Standards Compliance

The HPE Aruba 6000 R8N85A adheres to various standards and features for reliable network performance:

• Flow Control: Supports mechanisms for controlling data flow to prevent network congestion.
• Bootp and ARP Support: Facilitates network booting and address resolution protocol operations.
• VLAN and Diffserv Support: Enables virtual LAN configurations and differentiated services for traffic prioritization.
• IPv6 Support: Ensures compatibility with IPv6 addressing and operations.
• SNTP Support: Allows synchronization of network time with external servers.
• sFlow Support: Provides network traffic monitoring and analysis capabilities.
• Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol (MSTP) Support: Enhances network redundancy and loop prevention.
• TFTP Support: Facilitates file transfers within the network.
• Access Control List (ACL) Support: Improves network security through traffic filtering.
• Trusted Platform Module (TPM): Adds security features to protect sensitive data.
• Fanless Design: Reduces noise and potential points of failure in the switch's operation.
• LACP and LLDP Support: Enables link aggregation and device discovery for network optimization.
• DHCP Client: Allows the switch to obtain IP addresses dynamically.
• Management Information Base (MIB): Provides data structures for managing network devices.
• Neighbor Discovery Protocol (NDP): Assists in the discovery of neighboring network devices.
• ICMP, DNS Client, LLDP-MED, UDP Support: Supports various network protocols and services for comprehensive network management.
• Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP): Enhances network stability and reduces convergence time.
• IPv6 Addressing: Supports IPv6 addressing for modern networking needs.