{"product_id":"hpe-aruba-networking-cx-6000-12p-poe-switch","title":"HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 12p PoE Switch","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 12p PoE Switch\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 12p\u003c\/strong\u003e is a managed Gigabit Ethernet access switch engineered for small branches, offices, and access-layer deployments requiring reliable wired connectivity and PoE power distribution. This \u003cstrong\u003e12-port PoE switch\u003c\/strong\u003e combines enterprise-grade performance with cost-effective deployment, making it ideal for organizations seeking dependable network infrastructure without complexity. With 12 Class4 PoE-capable ports and 2 SFP 1G uplink ports, this managed switch delivers the connectivity and power your connected devices demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 Class4 PoE-capable 10\/100\/1000BASE-T ports for flexible device connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 SFP 1G uplink ports for high-speed backbone connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e139W total PoE power budget for simultaneous device powering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManaged Gigabit Ethernet architecture for advanced network control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact design optimized for small branch and office deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise-grade reliability and security features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimplified network management and monitoring capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR8N89B#ABA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAruba Networking CX 6000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12x 10\/100\/1000BASE-T PoE ports + 2x SFP 1G uplink ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoE Classification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass 4 (30W per port maximum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal PoE Power Budget\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e139W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitch Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManaged Gigabit Ethernet Access Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUplink Connectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x 1 Gigabit SFP ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeployment Use Cases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall branches, offices, access-layer 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 Gigabit Ethernet switch and why do I need one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA managed Gigabit Ethernet switch provides advanced network control, monitoring, and security features beyond basic connectivity. The \u003cstrong\u003eHPE Aruba CX 6000\u003c\/strong\u003e enables VLAN configuration, quality of service (QoS), and centralized management—essential for professional deployments requiring reliability and performance optimization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much PoE power does the CX 6000 12p provide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 12p delivers 139W total PoE power budget across its 12 Class4 ports, allowing simultaneous powering of multiple devices like IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras without additional power supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this switch for small office networking?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003e12-port PoE switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is specifically designed for small branches and offices. Its compact form factor, managed capabilities, and PoE functionality make it ideal for organizations needing enterprise-grade connectivity without enterprise complexity or cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the SFP uplink ports used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2 SFP 1G uplink ports provide high-speed backbone connectivity to core network infrastructure or other switches, enabling scalable network expansion while maintaining the access-layer focus of the 12 Gigabit ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HPE ARUBA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43074321285195,"sku":"R8N89B#ABA","price":1270.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/HPE-Aruba-Networking-CX-6000-12p-PoE-Switch.jpg?v=1789392442","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/hpe-aruba-networking-cx-6000-12p-poe-switch","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}