What are the uplink and expansion options?

Includes 2x 100/1000Base-T RJ-45 uplinks and 2x SFP+ ports for fiber or high-speed copper connectivity. Enables non-blocking aggregation to core switches with up to 10G support via SFP+ transceivers.

Is this switch suitable for Layer 3 deployments?

Yes, fully Layer 3 managed with static/dynamic routing, OSPF, BGP support via AOS-CX. Quad-core processor handles VLANs, ACLs, QoS for segmented, secure enterprise networks without external routers.

What form factor and power requirements apply?

1U rack-mountable chassis with internal fixed 170W power supply. Operates on 100-240V AC, providing redundancy options via external PSU kits for high-availability setups.

What management features are included?

AOS-CX OS offers REST APIs, CLI, Web UI, Zero Touch Provisioning. Supports Aruba NetEdit for automation, firmware updates, and monitoring in multi-switch fabrics.

R8Q72-61001 - HPE CX 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ Switch

Name: R8Q72-61001 - HPE CX 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: R8Q72-61001
Price: 2042 USD
Availability: InStock

R8Q72-61001 - HPE CX 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ 139W Switch (R8Q72-61001) is a high-performance Layer 3 managed Ethernet switch designed for enterprise campus and branch access layers. Featuring 12x 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45 ports with PoE Class 4 support up to 30W per port and a 139W total PoE budget, it powers IP phones, cameras, and Wi-Fi access points efficiently. Additional 2x 100/1000Base-T uplinks and 2x SFP+ ports enable flexible high-speed connectivity for aggregation. Powered by a quad-core processor, it supports Gigabit Ethernet wire-speed forwarding, advanced routing, security features, and AOS-CX operating system for programmable networking. Rack-mountable 1U form factor with internal 170W power supply suits space-constrained deployments. Ideal for SMB to enterprise environments requiring reliable, secure connectivity with low latency and high availability.

12x Gigabit PoE Class 4 ports with 139W budget.
2x 1GBase-T uplinks plus 2x SFP+ for expansion.
Layer 3 managed with quad-core processor support.
Rack-mountable 1U form factor, 170W internal PSU.
Gigabit Ethernet wire-speed forwarding capability.
AOS-CX OS enables advanced routing and security.

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Manufacturer part #	R8Q72-61001
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
Brand	Aruba
Model	CX 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+
PoE Budget	139 W
PoE Support	IEEE 802.3af / IEEE 802.3at (PoE+)
Switch Type	Managed PoE+ Access Switch
Product Line	Aruba CX 6200 Series
Product Type	Managed Ethernet Switch
Switch Layer	Layer 2 / Layer 3

Best for

Campus Access Layer
Powers APs, phones, cameras with PoE in university or office wiring closets.
Branch Office
Provides managed Gigabit switching with uplinks for remote sites.
SMB Networking
Compact rack-mount PoE switch for small business server rooms.
Edge Deployment
SFP+ ports connect to core switches in distributed environments.
Secure Access
Layer 3 features enable VLANs, ACLs for segmented traffic.
Wi-Fi Infrastructure
139W PoE budget supports multiple APs in dense deployments.

Frequently asked questions

What PoE capabilities does the HPE R8Q72-61001 provide?

Supports PoE Class 4 on 12x 10/100/1000Base-T ports with 30W per port max and 139W total budget. Powers up to 4 Class 4 devices simultaneously, ideal for Wi-Fi APs, IP cameras, VoIP phones in access layer deployments.

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Max PoE per Port	30 W

Operating System	ArubaOS-CX

Stacking Capacity	Up to 8 switches

Jumbo Frame Support	Up to 9,198 bytes

Stacking Technology	VSF (Virtual Switching Framework)

Management Interfaces	CLI, Web GUI, SNMP, REST API, Aruba Central

SVIs	128
IGMP Groups	768
IPv4 Routes	2,048
IPv6 Routes	1,024
Flash Storage	16 GB eMMC
System Memory	8 GB DDR4
IPv4 Host Table	8,192
IPv6 Host Table	8,192
MAC Address Table	32,768 entries

Processor	Quad-core ARM Cortex-A72 @ 1.2 GHz

Latency	2.28 µs (1GbE), 1.46 µs (10GbE)
Forwarding Rate	Up to 45.1 Mpps
Stacking Bandwidth	20 Gbps
Switching Capacity	68 Gbps

Power Supply	Fixed internal AC power supply
Input Voltage	100–120V / 200–240V AC
Power Consumption	170 W maximum

Weight	≈5.09 kg
Form Factor	1U Rack Mount
Dimensions (HxWxD)	4.39 x 44.247 x 32.54 cm

Cooling	Fanless
Operating Temperature	0°C to 45°C

Interface/Ports

USB Ports	1 x USB Type-A
Ports (RJ45)	12 x 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+
Uplink Ports	2 x 1/10GbE SFP+
Console Ports	1 x RJ-45 console, 1 x USB-C console
Management Port	1 x OOBM
Additional Copper Ports	2 x 100/1000BASE-T uplink

HPE CX 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ Switch

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