Product Type | Module |
Form Factor | Plug-In Module |
Type | 48-Port 1GbE Class 4 PoE Module |
Supported Platform | HPE Aruba CX 6400 Series Switches |
Power Requirements | Class 4 PoE (up to 30W per port) |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) |
Device Type | Network Switch Line Card |
Redundant Capabilities | Supports redundant power and cooling |
Weight | 3.6 lbs (1.63 kg) |
HPE Aruba CX 6400 48-Port 1GbE Class 4 PoE v2 Module R0X38C





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- Delivers high-density 1GbE with PoE for enterprise edge and access layer requirements
- Built-in redundancy and Aruba VSX support ensure high availability and minimal downtime
- Plug-in form factor enables scalable, modular network expansion within CX 6400 series
Product Overview
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 6400 48-port 1GbE Class 4 PoE v2 Module (R0X38C) is crafted for high-performance and redundant enterprise networking. With 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports supporting Class 4 PoE, it ensures seamless connectivity and sufficient power provisioning for endpoint devices. The module leverages Aruba VSX architecture to achieve high availability alongside redundant power and cooling. TAA compliance and a plug-in modular form factor make it ideal for government and commercial installations. Its scalable design ensures it can support dense network topologies as part of a larger Aruba switching framework.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 12.4 Inch |
Depth | 17.3 Inch |
Height | 1.7 Inch |
Operating Temperature Range | 32°F to 131°F (0°C to 55°C) |
Storage Temperature Range | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity Range | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Airflow | Front-to-back or back-to-front (depends on chassis fans) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | ArubaOS-CX via CLI, GUI, REST API |
Cloud Management Compatibility | Aruba Central (with license) |
Licensing Model | Separate license required for Aruba Central management |
Stacking Support | Supported via Aruba VSX architecture |
Interfaces
Interface Type | Gigabit Ethernet |
Port Count | 48 |
Data Transfer Rate | 1 Gbps per port |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
PoE Power Budget | Up to 1440W (depending on chassis power supply) |
Ethernet Standards | IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3af, 802.3at |
Maximum Power Per Port | 30 W |
Total Available PoE Ports | 48 |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Singapore |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | UL, cUL, CB, FCC Class A, VCCI, CE, RCM |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
WEEE Compliant | Yes |
Safety Standards | IEC 60950-1, IEC 62368-1 |
Advanced Security Features
Access Control | 802.1X, MAC authentication |
Policy Enforcement Firewall | Supported via Aruba Dynamic Segmentation |
Traffic Filtering | ACLs (Access Control Lists) |
Security Monitoring | Port security, DHCP snooping, ARP protection |