JL658A HPE Aruba Networking CX 6300M 24-Port SFP+ and 4-Port SFP56 Stackable

*Product image shows a 1U rack-mountable switch with 24 SFP+ ports, 4 SFP56 ports, LED status indicators, and HPE branding on the front panel*

• 24-Port SFP+ Fiber Connectivity: Provides 24 ports of 1/10G SFP+ connectivity for high-density fiber access layer or aggregation deployments, supporting both 1 Gigabit and 10 Gigabit speeds -5
• 4-Port SFP56 High-Speed Uplinks: Features 4 SFP56 ports supporting 1/10/25/50G speeds for ultra-fast uplink connectivity to distribution or core switches, ensuring no bandwidth bottlenecks -5
• VSF Stacking Technology: Supports up to 10 switches in a Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) stack, providing simplified management and high availability with up to 200 Gbps stacking bandwidth -1
• AOS-CX Operating System: Built on the programmable AOS-CX operating system with REST APIs for fine-grained programmability, automation, and advanced monitoring capabilities -10
• High-Performance Architecture: Delivers 880 Gbps switching capacity and 654 Mpps throughput for demanding enterprise environments -1

The HPE Aruba Networking CX 6300M JL658A is a 24-port SFP+ switch from the Aruba CX 6300M series, designed for enterprise aggregation and data center access deployments. It features 24 SFP+ ports for 1/10G fiber connectivity and 4 SFP56 ports for high-speed uplinks supporting up to 50G -5. This switch is part of the Aruba CX 6300 Switch Series, which includes models JL658A, JL659A, JL660A, JL661A, JL662A, JL663A, JL664A, JL665A, JL666A, JL667A, JL668A, and JL762A -10.

The JL658A is built on the AOS-CX operating system, a modern, programmable network OS that provides advanced automation, analytics, and security features. The switch is designed for organizations that need high-performance fiber aggregation with flexible uplink options. It supports up to 10 switches in a VSF stack, providing simplified management and high availability -1.

The switch features a single USB Type-C serial console port for management connectivity -2. It also supports a USB-A Bluetooth adapter (SKU# S1H23A) as an alternative management option using a mobile app -2. The JL658A is compatible with the JL669A fan tray accessory -4.

The JL658A provides 24 SFP+ ports supporting both 1 Gigabit and 10 Gigabit speeds, offering flexible fiber connectivity for aggregation and access layer deployments. This high port density makes it ideal for connecting fiber-based access switches, servers, or other network devices.

Four SFP56 ports support 1/10/25/50G speeds, providing ultra-fast uplink connectivity to distribution or core switches. The high-speed uplinks ensure no bandwidth bottlenecks for aggregated traffic from the 24 downlink ports, supporting bandwidth-intensive applications and future network growth.

Support for up to 10 switches in a Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) stack creates a single logical switch with simplified management and high availability -1. Stacking provides up to 200 Gbps stacking bandwidth, cross-stack link aggregation, and simplified configuration as the stack operates as a single chassis -1.

Built on the programmable AOS-CX operating system, the switch delivers a consistent operator experience with advanced monitoring and automation capabilities -10. The modern operating system provides REST APIs for fine-grained programmability of network tasks, enabling integration with orchestration platforms and automated configuration management.

The 6300v1 series (including JL658A) contains 8 MB of packet buffer memory, with approximately 5 MB used for buffering traffic arriving on network ports -1. This deep buffer helps absorb traffic bursts and ensures consistent performance for latency-sensitive applications.

The switch uses Virtual Output Queue (VOQ) architecture where each port can buffer at most 1 MB of packets divided equally across all active queues in a queue profile -1. This advanced queuing mechanism prevents head-of-line blocking and ensures fair bandwidth allocation across all ports.

The JL658A features a single USB Type-C serial console port for management connectivity -2. A USB-A Bluetooth adapter (separately orderable, SKU# S1H23A) is available to provide an alternative way of managing and configuring the switch using a mobile app -2.

The switch is compatible with the JL669A fan tray accessory, which is hot-swappable and supports replacement without powering down the switch -4. The fan tray measures 10.7 x 5.1 x 4.1 cm and weighs 208.7 g -4.

The switch operates reliably in temperatures from 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C) and can be stored in temperatures from -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) -7. The operating humidity range is 5% to 95% non-condensing, ensuring reliable operation in diverse environmental conditions.

Ports 25 and 26 are reserved for the auto-stacking process, allowing users to physically connect the switch to an existing stack on these reserved interfaces -3. This simplifies deployment and reduces configuration complexity when building VSF stacks.

Ideal for aggregation layer deployments where multiple access switches connect via fiber links. The 24 SFP+ ports can aggregate traffic from dozens of access switches while the 50G uplinks provide high-speed connectivity to the core.

Perfect for data center top-of-rack deployments requiring fiber connectivity to servers. The 24 SFP+ ports provide 1/10G server access, while the 4 SFP56 ports offer high-bandwidth uplinks to spine switches in leaf-spine architectures.

Can be deployed in campus distribution layer configurations with VSF stacking for scalable, resilient network architectures across multiple buildings. Stacking enables single-IP management for all stack members and cross-stack link aggregation.

Suitable for high-density fiber access layer deployments in environments where fiber cabling is required, such as industrial facilities, healthcare campuses, or multi-building enterprises. The fiber connectivity provides EMI immunity and supports longer cable runs.

Multiple JL658A switches can be stacked using VSF technology to create a single logical switch with up to 240 SFP+ ports and 40 SFP56 uplinks. This provides massive port density for large-scale aggregation deployments with simplified management.

Ideal for environments with mix of 1G and 10G devices, allowing gradual migration to higher speeds. The SFP+ ports support both 1G and 10G optics, providing investment protection and flexible deployment options.