Aruba 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ 139W TAA Switch

Overview

The Aruba R8V13A is a Layer 3 access switch designed to deliver reliable gigabit connectivity and Power over Ethernet (PoE) for a variety of network devices. It features twelve RJ45 ports supplying Class 4 PoE with a total power budget of 139 watts, enabling immediate operation of wireless access points, VoIP phones, and surveillance cameras. With a switching capacity of 68 Gbps and forwarding performance up to 50.5 million packets per second, it ensures smooth traffic flow even under full load.

This switch supports two copper uplink ports running at 100 or 1000 Mbps and two SFP+ slots compatible with 1 G or 10 G fiber transceivers, providing flexible options for high-speed network connections. Aruba’s AOS CX operating system offers full Layer 3 routing, advanced access control, and detailed telemetry, manageable via a web interface or Aruba Central cloud platform. Its fanless design fits into a 1U rack slot, making it quiet enough for sensitive environments like classrooms and healthcare facilities.

Key features

• Class 4 PoE on twelve RJ45 ports with a shared 139 W power budget to power connected devices without extra adapters
• Two copper uplink ports supporting 100 or 1000 Mbps for versatile network integration
• Two SFP+ slots accepting 1 G or 10 G fiber transceivers to accommodate high-speed fiber connections
• Aruba AOS CX operating system providing full Layer 3 routing, advanced access control lists, and comprehensive telemetry for efficient network management
• Stacking capability for up to eight switches, allowing seamless expansion and simplified network administration
• Fanless cooling design that operates silently, suitable for noise-sensitive environments such as retail counters and open offices
• TAA compliance ensuring suitability for government and public sector deployments
• Limited lifetime warranty offering long-term support and reliability

Key specs

• Ports: 12 RJ45 gigabit with Class 4 PoE, 2 copper uplinks (100/1000 Mbps), 2 SFP+ slots (1 G/10 G)
• PoE power budget: 139 watts shared across all PoE ports
• Switching capacity: 68 Gbps
• Forwarding rate: Up to 50.5 million packets per second
• Operating system: Aruba AOS CX with full Layer 3 routing
• Form factor: 1U rack-mountable
• Cooling: Fanless design for silent operation
• Compliance: TAA compliant

Connectivity and compatibility

This switch offers a flexible mix of ports to fit various network setups. The twelve RJ45 ports provide gigabit speeds with PoE to power devices directly through the network cable. Two copper uplink ports support both 100 Mbps and 1 Gbps speeds, allowing integration with existing network infrastructure. The two SFP+ slots accept fiber transceivers for 1 G or 10 G connections, enabling high-speed uplinks or inter-switch links over longer distances.

Management options include a local web interface for straightforward configuration and Aruba Central cloud integration for centralized monitoring and automation across multiple sites. This makes it easier to maintain consistent policies and quickly respond to network changes.

Ideal uses and environments

The Aruba R8V13A fits well in branch offices, remote sites, classrooms, healthcare work areas, and retail environments where quiet operation and reliable PoE power are essential. Its compact 1U rack size and fanless design make it unobtrusive in noise-sensitive spaces. The switch’s stacking capability supports growing networks by allowing multiple units to be managed as a single entity, which is beneficial for expanding businesses or institutions.

Its TAA compliance and robust feature set also make it a strong choice for government or public sector projects requiring dependable network infrastructure with advanced routing and security features.