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HPE JL728-61221 4SFP+ PoE+ Switch

Name: HPE JL728-61221 4SFP+ PoE+ Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: JL728-61221
Price: 3218 USD
Availability: InStock

MPN: JL728-61221·By: HPE

Part #:JL728-61221NewIn stock

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Product overview

The HPE Aruba CX 6200F is a high-density Layer 3 managed access switch designed for enterprise data center and campus network deployments. It features 48 ports of 10/100/1000Base-T with Class 4 PoE+ support (740W total budget) and 4 SFP slots supporting 1/10GbE uplinks. The switch delivers Gigabit access switching with 10G uplink capability, full Layer 3 management, and stackable architecture for scalability. Built for high-performance, secure, and easy-to-manage access switching, the CX 6200F supports front-and-side-to-back airflow in a compact 1U form factor. Ideal for organizations requiring dense PoE-powered device connectivity with high-speed uplink redundancy and advanced network management capabilities.

48x 10/100/1000Base-T ports with Class 4 PoE+.
4x SFP slots supporting 1GbE and 10GbE uplinks.
740W PoE+ power budget for connected devices.
Layer 3 fully managed with stackable architecture.
1U rack-mountable form factor, front/side-to-back airflow.
USB-C, RJ-45 console, OOBM, USB Type-A management ports.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	JL728-61221
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
Stackable	Yes, with dedicated stacking ports
Model Name	CX 6200F 48G
PoE Support	PoE+ (Class 4) on all 48 ports
Switch Type	Access/Distribution Layer Switch
Product Line	Aruba CX 6200 Series
Product Type	Layer 3 Managed Network Switch
Media Support	Twisted Pair (RJ-45), Optical Fiber (SFP)
Management Level	Layer 3 fully managed

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor	1U rack-mountable
Airflow Direction	Front-and-side-to-back

Interface/Ports

Ports - SFP	4x SFP (1/10GbE capable)
Console Ports	USB-C, RJ-45, OOBM, USB Type-A host
Ports - RJ-45	48x 10/100/1000Base-T (1GbE)
Expansion Slots	4x SFP slots
Total Fixed Ports	52 (48x RJ-45 + 4x SFP)

Power Consumption

PoE Power Budget	740W total

Network & Communication

Ethernet Standards	10/100/1000Base-T, 1GBASE-X, 10GBASE-X

Compatible systems

The CX 6200F integrates seamlessly with HPE Aruba networking infrastructure, supports industry-standard SFP/SFP+ optics, and operates in standard 19-inch data center racks. Stackable with other CX 6200 series switches for scalable deployments. Requires standard Ethernet cabling and AC power; all management interfaces (USB-C, RJ-45, OOBM) are built-in.

HPE Aruba CX 6200 Series
Model: CX 6200F, CX 6200-24, CX 6200-48
Form factor: 1U rack-mountable
Generation: CX 6200 (current generation)
Stackable with other CX 6200 series switches; supports mixed-model stacks within the CX 6200 family.

Best for

Data Center Access Switching
Top-of-rack (ToR) access layer switch for enterprise data centers requiring high-density 1GbE port connectivity with 10GbE uplinks to core infrastructure.
Campus Network Distribution
Building or floor-level distribution switch for large enterprise campuses supporting thousands of wired endpoints with PoE-powered devices.
PoE Device Deployments
Primary switch for IP phones, wireless access points, security cameras, and IoT devices requiring 740W of Class 4 PoE+ power delivery.
High-Density Access Networks
Consolidated access layer for organizations consolidating multiple smaller switches into fewer high-port-count units to reduce operational complexity.
Stackable Network Architectures
Member of a stacked switch cluster providing redundancy, load balancing, and simplified management across multiple physical units as a single logical entity.
Enterprise Network Modernization
Replacement for aging access switches in organizations upgrading to modern Layer 3 managed switching with enhanced security and automation capabilities.

Frequently asked questions

What is the total PoE power budget and which devices can it support?

The CX 6200F provides 740W of Class 4 PoE+ power across all 48 ports, enabling simultaneous powering of high-draw devices like IP phones (15W), wireless access points (30W), and PTZ security cameras (60W+). This budget supports mixed deployments of standard and power-hungry endpoints without requiring external power injectors.

How does the 4-port SFP uplink configuration improve network performance?

The 4x SFP slots support 1GbE or 10GbE connectivity, providing 40Gbps of aggregate uplink capacity. This enables non-blocking access-to-core switching, redundant uplink paths for high availability, and future-proof 10GbE connectivity without requiring a complete switch replacement.

Is the CX 6200F suitable for stacking, and what are the benefits?

Yes, the switch supports stacking via dedicated stacking ports, allowing up to 8 units to operate as a single logical entity. Stacking simplifies management (single IP address, unified configuration), provides automatic failover, enables load balancing across physical units, and reduces operational overhead in large deployments.

What management interfaces and protocols does the CX 6200F support?

The switch includes USB-C console, RJ-45 console, out-of-band management (OOBM) port, and USB Type-A host port. It supports Layer 3 management protocols including SSH, SNMP, Telnet, and web-based GUI for configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of network operations.

What is the physical footprint and power consumption of this switch?

The CX 6200F is a 1U rack-mountable switch with front-and-side-to-back airflow design, fitting standard 19-inch server racks. Exact power consumption specifications (idle vs. full load) should be verified in the official HPE datasheet, but typical enterprise access switches of this class consume 150-300W depending on port utilization and PoE load.

How does Layer 3 management differ from Layer 2, and why does it matter?

Layer 3 management enables IP routing, VLAN support, advanced QoS policies, and inter-VLAN communication directly on the switch without requiring a separate router. This reduces latency, improves network efficiency, and simplifies network segmentation for security and traffic engineering in enterprise environments.

What are the typical deployment scenarios for the CX 6200F in a data center?

Common deployments include top-of-rack (ToR) access switching in 2-tier or 3-tier data center architectures, building distribution switches in multi-building campuses, and consolidated access layers replacing multiple smaller switches. The 48-port density and 10GbE uplinks make it ideal for medium-to-large enterprise environments.