JL665-61001 - HPE Aruba 6300F Switch

Name: JL665-61001 - HPE Aruba 6300F Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: JL665-61001
Price: 4702 USD
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JL665-61001 - HPE Aruba 6300F Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE Aruba 6300F (JL665-61001) is an enterprise-class Layer 3 managed network switch designed for high-density data center and campus deployments. It features 48 ports of 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet with Class 4 Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) capability, enabling simultaneous power delivery and data transmission to networked devices. Four 50GbE SFP56 uplink ports provide high-speed connectivity for spine-to-leaf architectures and inter-switch stacking. The 1U rack-mountable form factor optimizes data center space utilization. As a stackable switch, multiple units can be interconnected to create a single logical switching fabric, simplifying management and improving scalability. The device supports Layer 3 routing, VLAN segmentation, and advanced security features, making it suitable for organizations requiring reliable, manageable network infrastructure with flexible uplink options.

48 Gigabit Ethernet ports with Class 4 PoE+.
4x50GbE SFP56 uplink ports for high-speed interconnect.
Layer 3 managed switching with VLAN and routing.
Stackable architecture for multi-unit fabric creation.
1U rack-mountable form factor for space efficiency.
Enterprise-grade security and network management.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	JL665-61001
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
QoS	Yes (traffic shaping, priority queuing)
Modular	Yes (hot-swappable transceiver modules)
Stackable	Yes
Model Name	Aruba 6300F
Redundancy	Stackable for multi-unit redundancy; optional dual PSU
Power Supply	Single or dual (redundant PSU optional)
Product Line	Aruba Networking CX 6300 Series
Product Type	Fixed-Port Layer 3 Managed Ethernet Switch

Compatible systems

The Aruba 6300F integrates seamlessly into HPE Aruba Networking CX infrastructure, supporting cloud-based and on-premises management. Stackable architecture enables multi-unit deployments. SFP56 uplink ports require compatible optical transceivers. Compatible with standard data center rack infrastructure and Ethernet cabling.

HPE Aruba Networking CX
Model: 6300 Series
Form factor: 1U Rack-mountable
Generation: 6300F
Stackable with other Aruba 6300F units; compatible with Aruba 6300 series spine switches for leaf-spine deployments.

Best for

Data Center Networking
Top-of-rack (ToR) switch for leaf-spine architectures; 48 PoE+ ports support access-layer device connectivity while 4x50GbE uplinks connect to spine switches.
Campus Networks
Building distribution or access-layer switch; PoE+ powers IP phones, wireless access points, and IoT sensors across enterprise campuses.
Edge Aggregation
Remote office or branch aggregation point; stackable design allows multi-unit deployments for redundancy and increased port density.
Unified Communications
Dedicated infrastructure for VoIP and video conferencing; Class 4 PoE+ delivers sufficient power to IP phones and video endpoints.

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VLAN Support	Yes (802.1Q)

Certifications	FCC, CE, RoHS compliant

SKU/Part Number	JL665-61001

Switching Layer	Layer 3 (Managed)

Cloud Management	HPE Aruba Central (optional)

Operating System	ArubaOS-CX 10.x and later

Routing Protocols	OSPF, BGP, static routing

Power over Ethernet	PoE+ (Class 4, 30W per port)

Management Interface	Web GUI, SSH, Telnet, SNMP, REST API

Switching Fabric Type	Non-blocking, full-duplex

Security Features	ACLs, 802.1X authentication, port security, DHCP snooping

Typical Power Consumption	200W–3600W (depending on PoE+ utilization)

Physical Characteristics

Weight	Approximately 10–12 kg (varies with PSU configuration)
Dimensions	1U (1.75 inches height); standard 19-inch rack width
Form Factor	1U Rack-mountable
Enclosure Type	Rack-mountable 1U

Humidity	10% to 90% non-condensing
Storage Temperature	-40°C to 70°C
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (typical data center range)

Interface/Ports

Stack Port	Yes (dedicated stack ports)
Uplink Port	Yes (4x50GbE SFP56)
Total Network Ports	48 (Gigabit) + 4 (50GbE)
Network Ports - Gigabit Ethernet	48x 10/100/1000 Mbps (RJ45)
Network Ports - High-Speed Uplinks	4x 50GbE SFP56

Support	HPE ProCare support plans available; community support via Aruba forums

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum PoE+ power delivery per port on the Aruba 6300F?

The Aruba 6300F delivers Class 4 PoE+ on all 48 ports, providing up to 30W per port. This supports high-power devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and PTZ cameras. Total PoE+ budget depends on power supply configuration; enterprise deployments typically use redundant PSUs for fault tolerance.

How does the stacking feature work, and what are the benefits?

Multiple Aruba 6300F units connect via dedicated stack ports, creating a single logical switch fabric managed as one device. Benefits include simplified management (single IP address, unified configuration), automatic failover between stacked members, and scalable port density. Up to 8 units can typically stack together, providing up to 384 Gigabit ports plus 32 SFP56 uplinks.

What switching capacity and throughput does this switch provide?

The Aruba 6300F delivers non-blocking, full-duplex switching fabric supporting wire-speed forwarding across all ports. With 48x1GbE ports (48Gbps) plus 4x50GbE ports (200Gbps), total throughput reaches approximately 248Gbps. This architecture eliminates bottlenecks in east-west data center traffic and supports high-density access-layer deployments.

Is the Aruba 6300F suitable for data center leaf-spine architectures?

Yes. The 4x50GbE SFP56 uplink ports are designed for spine connectivity in modern data center fabrics. The 48 access ports accommodate servers, storage, or additional leaf switches. Stackable design enables redundancy; multiple 6300F units can form a resilient leaf cluster with automatic load balancing and sub-50ms convergence.

What management and security features are included?

The Aruba 6300F is a Layer 3 managed switch supporting VLAN segmentation, static and dynamic routing (OSPF, BGP), access control lists (ACLs), port security, and 802.1X authentication. It integrates with HPE Aruba Central cloud management platform and supports SNMP, Telnet, SSH, and REST APIs for automation and monitoring.

What is the physical form factor and power consumption?

The switch is a 1U rack-mountable device, fitting standard 19-inch server racks. Typical power consumption ranges from 200W to 600W depending on PoE+ utilization and configuration. Redundant power supply options are available for high-availability deployments in mission-critical environments.

What uplink options are available beyond the 4x50GbE SFP56 ports?

The 4x50GbE SFP56 ports are the primary uplink mechanism. SFP56 transceivers support 50GBASE-SR2, 50GBASE-LR, and 50GBASE-ER2 optics for distances from 100m to 40km. These ports can also be used for inter-switch stacking or direct server connections in high-performance computing environments.