The managed switch from HP is recommended for large professional networks. It offers the ability for an admin to configure its parameters regarding security, traffic prioritization, remote error correction, and other features.

It has 48 Ethernet ports with a maximum speed of 1Gbps. It features Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology, which allows it to transmit power and data simultaneously through an Ethernet cable. This particular model has PoE+ (802.3at), suitable for high power requirements of devices such as IP video phones, HD PTZ IP cameras, 802.11ac (WiFi 5) AP, small audio speakers.

Aruba CX entry-level access layer switches offer gigabit Ethernet connectivity and optional PoE for reliable and convenient wired access connectivity for enterprise branch offices and SMB networks. The use of the Aruba AOS-CX operating system provides a simpler, more consistent operator experience.

Fully managed enterprise-class switches provide Layer 2 capabilities with support for static routing, ACL, robust QoS, traffic prioritization, sFlow, and IPv6 support.

• Available models: 1U 12, 24, and 48 port models with integrated 1 GbE uplinks and up to 370 W Class 4 PoE.
• Deployment capability for wireless access points and IoT devices.
• Simplified management with Aruba NetEdit and Aruba Central.
• Automation for rapid changes across the network.

Specifications:

• Product Number: R8N85A
• Ports: 48x 10/100/1000BASE-T ports / 4x 1G SFP ports
• Memory and Processor: Dual Core ARM Cortex A9 @ 1016 MHz 8 GB DDR3, 16 GB eMMC
• Latency: 1 Gbps: 1.9 μSec
• Throughput: 77.3 Mpps
• Switching capacity: 104 Gbps
• PoE capability: 370W Class 4 PoE/PoE+
• Routing capabilities: Static
• Input voltage: 100-127 VAC / 200-240 VAC
• Power Consumption: Max Power (w/o PoE): 45W, Max Power (w/ PoE): 480W
• Product dimensions: 4.4 x 44.2 x 30.5 cm
• Weight: 5.0 kg