What PoE capabilities does the HPE R8N89-61101 provide?

Supports 12x IEEE 802.3at Class 4 PoE+ ports with 139W total budget, delivering up to 30W per port for APs, cameras, and IoT devices. Pre-standard PoE detection included, with Energy Efficient Ethernet for power savings during idle periods.

What is the switching performance of this Aruba 6000 switch?

Delivers up to 176 Gbps non-blocking bandwidth and 98.6 Mpps forwarding using advanced ASICs with selectable queue configurations. Supports jumbo frames up to 9220 bytes for high-performance backups and low-latency east-west traffic.

How does stacking work on the R8N89-61101?

Stackable up to 6 members via chain or ring topology using built-in ports, enabling simplified management as a single logical unit. Provides redundancy and scalability for growing access networks without complex cabling.

What security and QoS features are available?

Layer 2 ACLs for traffic filtering, strict priority queuing, IEEE 802.1p classification based on IP ToS/DiffServ, management security with privilege levels and SNMPv3. UDLD prevents loops in STP networks.

Is this switch suitable for rack deployment?

1U rack-mountable enclosure with fan cooling, compact design fits standard 19-inch racks. Auto-MDIX on all ports simplifies cabling, supports straight-through or crossover without adapters.

What uplink options does it offer?

2x built-in 1GbE ports and 2x SFP ports for 1/10GbE uplinks. Unsupported Transceiver Mode allows third-party optics, though without warranty; LACP supports up to 8 groups with 8 links each.

R8N89-61101 - HPE R8N89-61101 Aruba 6000 12G PoE 139W 2SFP

Name: HPE R8N89-61101 Aruba 6000 12G PoE 139W 2SFP
Brand: HPE
SKU: R8N89-61101
Price: 855 USD
Availability: InStock

R8N89-61101 - HPE R8N89-61101 Aruba 6000 12G PoE 139W 2SFP | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE R8N89-61101 is a compact 1U rack-mountable managed stackable switch from the Aruba 6000 Series, providing 12x 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ ports with 139W IEEE 802.3at Class 4 Power over Ethernet budget supporting up to 30W per port for IoT and access devices. It features 2x Gigabit Ethernet and 2x SFP uplink ports for flexible connectivity, non-blocking performance up to 176 Gbps switching capacity and 98.6 Mpps forwarding rate via advanced ASICs. Enterprise Layer 2 capabilities include robust QoS with strict priority queuing, ACLs for traffic control, static routing, VLAN support for 4094 IDs, STP/RPVST+/MSTP for loop prevention, LACP link aggregation up to 8 groups, and security features like management access controls and SNMPv3. Energy Efficient Ethernet reduces power during low traffic, while stackable design supports up to 6 units in chain/ring topology for scalable deployments. Ideal for branch offices, campus access, and edge IoT environments requiring low-latency, secure connectivity with built-in uplinks.

12x 1GbE PoE+ ports with 139W Class 4 budget.
2x 1GbE and 2x SFP uplinks for flexible connectivity.
176 Gbps non-blocking switching, 98.6 Mpps forwarding.
Stackable up to 6 switches in chain or ring topology.
Layer 2 with ACLs, QoS, 4094 VLANs, LACP support.
Energy Efficient Ethernet reduces power in low traffic.

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Refunds within 14 days and replacements within 30 days of delivery with an RMA (25% restocking fee on customer-initiated returns), and every part carries our Standard 30-Day Warranty - see our return policy or contact US IT Hardware.

Featuring

Manufacturer part #	R8N89-61101
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
PoE	IEEE 802.3at Class 4, 139W budget, 30W/port max
QoS	Strict priority, 802.1p, CoS, DiffServ
Stacking	Up to 6 switches, chain/ring topology
Management	SNMPv1/2c/3, CLI, web interface
Jumbo Frames	9198-9220 bytes
Product Type	Managed Stackable Gigabit Ethernet Switch
VLAN Support	4094 VLAN IDs, 512 simultaneous
Layer Support	Layer 2 with static routing

Compatible systems

Native integration with Aruba CX ecosystem, broad PoE device support, flexible uplinks.

HPE Aruba Networking
Model: CX 6000 Series Stack
Form factor: 1U Rack
Generation: Current
Stacks up to 6 units

Best for

Campus Access
Deploy as edge switch connecting endpoints with PoE for APs and cameras in university or office buildings.
Branch Office
Compact 1U design stacks multiple units for scalable connectivity in retail or remote sites.
IoT Edge
139W Class 4 PoE powers sensors and devices with low-latency forwarding and QoS prioritization.
SMB Networking
Layer 2 features with ACLs and VLANs secure traffic for small-medium businesses without complexity.
Secure Access Layer
UDLD and LACP ensure high availability with management security for controlled environments.

Ports	12 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ + 2 x 1GbE + 2 x SFP + 1 USB-C Console + 1 USB-A Host
Auto-MDIX	All ports

HPE R8N89-61101 Aruba 6000 12G PoE 139W 2SFP

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Forwarding Rate	98.6 Mpps
Switching Capacity	176 Gbps non-blocking