Technical Specifications:

• Part Number: JL724B (US: JL724B#ABA)
• Product Line: HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200 Switch Series (Fixed Configuration)
• Form Factor: 1RU rack-mountable
• Management Type: Layer 3 Managed, Stackable
• Total Ports: 28 ports (24 access + 4 uplink)
• PoE Capability: No PoE (data-only switch)

Port Configuration:

• Access Ports: 24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 ports
  • Auto-sensing, auto-MDI/MDIX
  • IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab compliant
  • Data-only (no Power over Ethernet capability)
• Uplink Ports: 4 x SFP+ (Small Form-Factor Pluggable Plus) slots
  • Support for 100M/1GbE/10GbE SFP/SFP+ modules
  • Flexible uplink configuration for core or distribution connectivity

Performance Specifications:

• Switching Capacity: 128 Gbps (non-blocking)
• Throughput: 95.2 Mpps (Million packets per second)
• Latency:
  • 1 Gbps: 2.28 microseconds
  • 10 Gbps: 1.46 microseconds
• ASIC Architecture: Aruba Gen7 ASIC for wire-speed performance and low latency
• Packet Buffer: 8 MB packet buffer memory
• Stacking Bandwidth: 40 Gbps for high-performance stack interconnection

Processing & Memory:

• Processor: Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A72 @ 1.8 GHz
• System Memory: 8 GB DDR4 RAM
• Flash Storage: 32 GB eMMC for OS, configurations, and logs

Capacity & Tables:

• MAC Address Table: 16,000 entries
• IPv4 ACL Entries (Ingress): 5,120
• IPv6 ACL Entries (Ingress): 1,280
• MAC ACL Entries (Ingress): 5,120
• IPv4 ACL Entries (Egress): 2,048
• IPv6 ACL Entries (Egress): 512
• MAC ACL Entries (Egress): 2,048
• IPv4 Host Table Capacity: 8,192
• IPv6 Host Table Capacity: 8,192
• IPv4 Routes (Unicast): 2,048
• IPv6 Routes (Unicast): 1,024
• IGMP Groups: 1,024
• MLD Groups: 1,024

Advanced Layer 3 Routing:

• Static Routing: IPv4 and IPv6 static routes
• OSPF Routing: Access OSPF (OSPFv2 and OSPFv3) for dynamic routing
• Route Redistribution: Between static and OSPF
• Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF): Logical network segmentation
• Policy-Based Routing (PBR): Traffic steering based on policies
• VRRP Support: Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol for first-hop redundancy

Layer 2 Features:

• VLANs: IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging, up to 4,094 VLANs
• Link Aggregation: IEEE 802.3ad LACP with up to 256 aggregate groups
• Spanning Tree Protocols: RSTP (802.1w), MSTP (802.1s), Rapid Per-VLAN Spanning Tree (RPVST+)
• Loop Protection: Advanced loop detection and prevention
• Jumbo Frame Support: Up to 9,198 bytes for improved throughput
• UDLD: Uni-Directional Link Detection

Quality of Service (QoS):

• Traffic Classification: 802.1p CoS, DSCP-based classification
• Class of Service (CoS): Hardware-based QoS enforcement
• Queue Management: Eight hardware queues per port with weighted scheduling
• DWRR: Deficit Weighted Round Robin scheduling
• Rate Limiting: Ingress and egress policing and shaping
• Priority Queuing: Strict priority and weighted round-robin scheduling

Security Features:

• IEEE 802.1X: Port-based network access control with RADIUS authentication
• MAC Authentication: MAC-based authentication for non-802.1X devices
• Aruba Dynamic Segmentation: Role-based access control without complex VLAN configurations
• Access Control Lists (ACLs): Time-based and port-based ACLs with IPv4/IPv6 support
• Secure Management: SSHv2, SNMPv3, HTTPS, TACACS+, RADIUS
• Port Security: MAC address limiting and sticky MAC
• DHCP Snooping: Protection against rogue DHCP servers
• Dynamic ARP Inspection: Protection against ARP spoofing attacks
• IP Source Guard: Prevents IP address spoofing
• Storm Control: Broadcast, multicast, and unknown unicast storm suppression

Network Analytics - Aruba Network Analytics Engine (NAE):

The integrated Network Analytics Engine provides unprecedented visibility and proactive troubleshooting:

• Built-In Analytics: Real-time monitoring without external collectors
• Automated Interrogation: Continuously analyzes events impacting network health
• Python-Based Agents: Customizable monitoring scripts for specific use cases
• Time Series Database (TSDB): Stores configuration and operational state data for historical analysis
• Proactive Alerts: Automatic notification of anomalies and potential issues
• Troubleshooting Acceleration: Quickly identify and resolve network, system, application, and security issues
• REST API Integration: Export telemetry data to third-party analytics platforms

Stacking & Scalability - Aruba Virtual Stacking Framework (VSF):

• Stack Size: Up to 8 switches in a single logical stack
• Total Port Density: Up to 192 ports (24-port models) in a single stack
• Stacking Bandwidth: 40 Gbps using uplink ports
• Single Management Point: Manage entire stack as one logical unit
• Hot-Swap Members: Add or remove stack members without disrupting operation
• Distributed Architecture: Fully distributed forwarding and control plane for resilience
• Maximum Stacking Distance: 10 kilometers with appropriate fiber optics

Management & Automation:

Aruba Central Cloud Management:

• Cloud-native network management platform
• Centralized configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting
• AI-powered insights and recommendations
• Zero-touch provisioning for rapid deployment

Aruba NetEdit:

• Network-wide configuration automation
• Policy conformance validation and enforcement
• Search, edit, validate, deploy, and audit capabilities
• Pre-deployment configuration verification
• Post-deployment conformance checking

Aruba CX Mobile App:

• Bluetooth-enabled switch discovery and connection
• Smartphone/tablet-based setup and configuration
• Barcode/QR code scanning for device registration
• Simple stacking configuration
• Export configuration to NetEdit for ongoing management

Traditional Management:

• Web-based GUI (HTTPS)
• Command Line Interface (CLI) via SSH or serial console
• SNMP v2c/v3 for integration with existing NMS platforms
• REST API with OpenAPI specification
• NETCONF/YANG for model-driven configuration

Console & Management Ports:

• USB-C Console Port: Modern USB-C interface for local CLI access
• RJ-45 Console Port: Traditional serial console connection
• Out-of-Band Management (OOBM) Port: Dedicated 10/100/1000 management port for isolated access
• USB Type-A Host Port: For storing configuration files, logs, or software images
• Bluetooth Dongle: Included for wireless management via Aruba CX Mobile App

Power Supply:

• Power Supply Type: Fixed internal power supply
• Power Consumption: 59W at 230 VAC (no PoE load)
• Input Voltage: 100-120V/200-240V AC auto-ranging
• Frequency: 50/60 Hz
• Energy Efficiency: IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) support

Physical Specifications:

• Dimensions: 1.73" H × 17.4" W × 12.9" D (4.39 cm × 44.2 cm × 32.7 cm)
• Weight: 5.10 kg (11.2 lbs) maximum
• Mounting: 1RU 19-inch rack-mountable with included rack-mount kit
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)
• Storage Temperature: -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
• Humidity: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)

Standards & Certifications:

• IEEE Standards: 802.1D, 802.1p, 802.1Q, 802.1s, 802.1w, 802.1X, 802.3, 802.3ab, 802.3ad, 802.3az, 802.3u, 802.3x, 802.3z
• Safety: UL, cUL, CE, CB
• Emissions: FCC Class A, VCCI, CE
• Environmental: RoHS compliant

Firmware & Operating System:

• Aruba AOS-CX: Fully programmable, modular, Linux-based operating system
• Database-Driven Architecture: Stateful database for enhanced visibility
• Python Support: Embedded Python for custom automation scripts
• REST API: Comprehensive RESTful API for programmatic control
• Lifecycle Management: In-service software upgrades with hitless failover

Ideal Applications:

• Enterprise Branch Office Networks: Cost-effective Layer 3 switching for remote locations
• Campus Access Layer: High-density access switching without PoE requirements
• Small to Medium Business (SMB): Complete network infrastructure for data-only deployments
• Server Connectivity: Connect servers and storage without power delivery requirements
• Distribution Layer: Aggregate traffic from other access switches
• Network Core: Small to medium campus core switching
• IoT Backbone: Data connectivity for IoT devices with external power
• Fiber-to-the-Desk: High-performance desktop connectivity using SFP transceivers
• Out-of-Band Management Networks: Dedicated management infrastructure
• Guest Network Infrastructure: Isolated network segments for visitor access

What's Typically Included:

• 1 x HPE Aruba CX 6200F Switch (JL724B)
• 1 x AC Power Cord (region-specific)
• 1 x Bluetooth Dongle for Aruba CX Mobile App
• 1 x Rack-mount kit with installation hardware
• Quick Start Guide and documentation

Warranty & Support:

• Standard Warranty: HPE Aruba Networking Limited Lifetime Warranty
  • Lifetime advance hardware replacement
  • Limited lifetime software updates
  • Limited lifetime technical support (business hours)
• Optional Support:
  • HPE Foundation Care 24x7 Support
  • HPE Aruba Central licensing for cloud management
  • Enhanced support packages available

Key Differences from JL725A (PoE Model):

The JL724B is the non-PoE version of the CX 6200F 24-port switch. Key distinctions:

• No Power over Ethernet: Cannot power connected devices
• Lower Power Consumption: 59W vs. 370W+ for PoE models
• Lower Cost: More affordable for data-only deployments
• Identical Performance: Same switching capacity, throughput, and features minus PoE

Why Choose the HPE Aruba CX 6200F (JL724B):

The Aruba CX 6200F delivers exceptional value for organizations requiring high-performance Layer 3 switching without Power over Ethernet overhead. With 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, four high-speed SFP+ uplinks supporting 10GbE connectivity, and integrated Network Analytics Engine with Python-based agents providing AI-powered monitoring and troubleshooting, this switch excels in data-only deployments. The fixed internal power supply eliminates PoE costs while maintaining low 59W power consumption for energy efficiency. Combined with robust Layer 3 routing (OSPF, static, VRF), comprehensive security features including Aruba Dynamic Segmentation, Virtual Stacking Framework supporting up to 8 switches (192 ports), and cloud-native management via Aruba Central, the JL724B represents the perfect balance of performance, manageability, and value for modern enterprise networks requiring data connectivity without power delivery.