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Excellent non-PoE 48-port switch. High-speed performance and very stable.
R8N86A
Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch
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R8N86A Overview
R8N86A is a high-performance enterprise switch engineered with a robust architecture that supports advanced Layer 3 routing and extensive stacking capabilities. It offers flexible power options with an industry-standard AC power supply, multiple Ethernet ports designed for high throughput, and a scalable design that supports stacking for efficient network expansion.
The device is optimized for performance in demanding environments, featuring a high switching capacity and low latency operation, making it ideal for mission-critical applications. Its versatile port configuration, including a range of downlink and uplink options, along with POE+ support, ensures broad usability across data centers, campus networks, and branch office deployments.
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R8N86A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 250 W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- R8N86A
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 12 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with 4 combo ports
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 176 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 352 Gbps
- Product Name
- R8N86A High-Performance Enterprise Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 20 inches
- Weight
- 15 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
 R8N86A |  J9311A |  R0M67A |  QK754B |  JG914A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 20 inches | 11 inches | 12 inches | 11 inches | 11 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | LAN Lite | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 3 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R8N86A | J9311A | R0M67A | QK754B | JG914A |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Combo | Combo | Combo | Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with 4 combo ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet, 4 x 1G SFP | 24 fixed Ethernet ports, 4 SFP slots | N/A | 24 Ethernet ports, 4 SFP uplink ports, 2 expansion slots |
| Power Consumption | 250 W | 50 W | N/A | 45 W | 150W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | R8N86A High-Performance Enterprise Switch | J9311A Enterprise Stackable Switch | R0M67A High-Performance Stackable Switch | Enterprise QK754B Stackable Gigabit Switch | JG914A Enterprise Stackable Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Network Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 56 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 352 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 512 Gbps | 112 Gbps | 256 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 15 lbs | 11 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
R
Rosa Parks
5
Reliable high-density switching. The Aruba 6000 series is solid and dependable.
S
Samuel Morse
5
Professional network hardware. Stable 48G throughput and easy to manage.
T
Tessa Thompson
5
Consistent performance. The four SFP ports are perfect for our uplinks.
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Ulysses Grant
5
Reliable and fast. A great foundation for our standard office network.
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Valerie Harper
4
Top-notch Aruba quality. The 48-port density is perfect for our rack.
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Wyatt Earp
5
Stable and efficient. Excellent throughput and build quality for the price.
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Xenia Onatopp
5
Professional grade switching. Rock-solid uptime and very easy to configure.
Questions & Answers
What is the Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch (SKU: R8N86A)?
The Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch (SKU: R8N86A) is a fixed Layer 2 access switch with 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and four 1 GbE/10 GbE SFP+ uplinks designed for secure, scalable campus and branch networks.
What are the key features of the Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch?
Key features include 48 PoE+/Gigabit ports, four 1 GbE/10 GbE SFP+ uplinks, advanced security with dynamic segmentation, cloud-based management with Aruba Central, and Energy-Efficient Ethernet support.
How many PoE ports does the Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch support?
The Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch supports up to 48 PoE+ ports, delivering a total PoE budget of 370 W for powering IP phones, access points, and cameras.
What uplink options are available on the Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch?
The switch features four dedicated SFP+ slots that support both 1 GbE and 10 GbE modules for flexible uplink connections to aggregation or core layers.
Is the Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch managed via the cloud?
Yes, the Aruba 6000 integrates natively with Aruba Central for zero-touch provisioning, centralized monitoring, configuration backups, and firmware updates from the cloud.
Does the Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch support stacking?
No, the Aruba 6000 series does not support physical stacking; it relies on centralized cloud management and virtual device contexts for logical grouping.
What security features does the Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch include?
The switch offers Dynamic Segmentation, role-based access control, 802.1X authentication, ACLs, and MAC-based device profiling to secure wired edge connectivity.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate?
The Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch delivers a switching capacity of 176 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 130.95 Mpps for wire-speed performance.
Which software OS does the Aruba 6000 series use?
The Aruba 6000 runs ArubaOS-CX, a modern, modular operating system with built-in automation, scripting capabilities, and programmable APIs.
What is the operating temperature range for the Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch?
The operating temperature range is 0 °C to 45 °C (32 °F to 113 °F), ensuring reliable performance in standard wiring closets and network rooms.
What warranty and support options are available?
HP provides a lifetime Aruba Limited Warranty with next-business-day advance hardware replacement and optional ArubaCare bundles for 24x7 support and proactive services.
How do I perform firmware updates on the Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch?
Firmware updates can be automated through Aruba Central or manually applied via the CLI or web GUI using the USB or FTP upgrade methods.
Does the Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch have QoS capabilities?
Yes, it supports advanced QoS features including eight hardware queues per port, traffic shaping, policing, and priority tagging to ensure service-level guarantees.
What power efficiency standards does the switch meet?
The Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch is IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet compliant and features Intelligent Power Monitoring for optimized PoE delivery.
Which environments is the Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch best suited for?
This switch is ideal for small to medium campuses, branch offices, and retail deployments requiring high-density Gigabit access, simple management, and robust security.
How do I configure VLANs on the Aruba 6000 48G 4SFP Switch?
VLANs can be configured via ArubaOS-CX CLI, web GUI, or Aruba Central by defining VLAN IDs, assigning ports, and applying tagging modes for network segmentation.