{"product_id":"hpe-aruba-cx-6000-8port-gigabit-managed-switch","title":"HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 8-Port Gigabit Managed Switch","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 8-Port Gigabit Managed Switch\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE Aruba Networking CX 6000\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, entry-level \u003cstrong\u003emanaged Ethernet switch\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for reliable wired access in small to medium business networks. With eight 10\/100\/1000 Gigabit ports and two 1G SFP uplink ports, this \u003cstrong\u003e8-port managed switch\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers cost-effective connectivity in a rack-mountable form factor. Perfect for organizations seeking professional-grade network management without enterprise complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x 10\/100\/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports for flexible device connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x 1G SFP uplink ports for high-speed backbone connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManaged switch capabilities with VLAN, QoS, and security features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, rack-mountable design for space-efficient deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntry-level solution ideal for wired access networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHPE Aruba Networking reliability and support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPE Aruba Networking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS4R22A#ABA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitch Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManaged Ethernet Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGigabit Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8x 10\/100\/1000 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUplink Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x 1G SFP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRack-mountable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Management\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVLAN, QoS, Security Features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWired Access Networks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a managed Ethernet switch and why do I need one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003emanaged switch\u003c\/strong\u003e provides advanced network control including VLAN configuration, quality of service (QoS), and security monitoring. Unlike unmanaged switches, managed solutions allow IT teams to optimize network performance, prioritize traffic, and enhance security—essential for professional business networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many devices can the Aruba CX 6000 connect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CX 6000 features 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports for direct device connections, plus 2 SFP uplink ports for connecting to core network infrastructure or additional switches, supporting scalable network expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the HPE Aruba CX 6000 suitable for small business networks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. As an entry-level \u003cstrong\u003emanaged switch\u003c\/strong\u003e, the CX 6000 is purpose-built for small to medium businesses seeking professional network management, reliability, and HPE Aruba support without the complexity of enterprise-grade solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are SFP uplink ports used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1G SFP uplink ports enable high-speed connections to core switches, servers, or WAN links using fiber or copper SFP transceivers, providing flexible backbone connectivity for network growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HPE ARUBA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43074293825611,"sku":"S4R22A#ABA","price":1205.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/HPE-Aruba-Networking-CX-6000-8-Port-Gigabit-Managed-Switch.jpg?v=1790336549","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/hpe-aruba-cx-6000-8port-gigabit-managed-switch","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}