Stacking support: No (Redundant Power via USP-RPS)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:High-speed 2.5G connectivity ideal for Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 access points; Dual 10G SFP+ uplinks prevent core network bottlenecks; Integrated Layer 3 routing features for improved network efficiency; 1.3 inch LCM color touchscreen with AR port management
✘ Cons:Lacks PoE++ (802.3bt) support for high-power devices; Only half of the RJ45 ports (12/24) support 2.5G speeds; Active cooling fans may be audible in silent office environments; Higher price point compared to standard Gigabit PoE switches
Est. Price:
$799 - $849
Compare Against
Aruba (HPE) Aruba CX 6300
★ 3.4 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: 880 Gbps - 1.76 Tbps
Forwarding Rate: 660 - 1,310 MPPS
Ports: 24 or 48 ports (1GbE, 1/2.5/5GbE Smart Rate, or 10GbE SFP+); Uplinks up to 100GbE
PoE Budget: Up to 2880W (Supports up to 90W Class 8 per port)
Stacking support: Aruba VSF (Up to 10 switches per stack)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:No subscription or licensing fees for core features like NAE; Built-in Network Analytics Engine (NAE) for real-time visibility; Flexible stacking using standard ports; Support for high-power 90W PoE for modern IoT devices.
✘ Cons:Significant learning curve when transitioning from legacy ArubaOS-Switch (ProCurve); Web interface lacks some advanced configuration options found in CLI; Ecosystem is slightly smaller compared to industry leaders like Cisco.