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 6100
★ 3.4 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: Up to 176 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: Up to 98.6 Mpps
Ports: 12, 24, or 48x 10/100/1000Base-T ports, plus 2-4x 1/10GbE SFP+ uplinks
PoE Budget: Up to 740W Class 4 PoE+
Layer: Layer 2 (with Static Routing support)
Stacking: VSF Stacking (up to 6 members)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Runs modern AOS-CX operating system; Built-in 10GbE SFP+ uplinks; No software licensing required; Fanless 12-port model available for quiet environments.
✘ Cons:Limited Layer 3 capabilities (no OSPF/BGP); Lacks a dedicated out-of-band management port; Fixed internal power supplies with no redundancy options.