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HPE Aruba 6405 V2 Switch Chassis
Best modular foundation for high-demand enterprise network infrastructures.
The HPE Aruba 6405 V2 Switch Chassis (R0X24C) is a modular, high-capacity platform designed for advanced enterprise networking. This chassis supports Layer 3 management and offers a substantial 14 Tbps switching capacity, making it ideal for demanding environments. It features front-to-back airflow and is designed for rack mounting in a 7U space. Note that expansion modules and power supplies are required and sold separately to complete the system. It provides robust security and management options, supporting dual firmware images for enhanced reliability and high availability.
$16500.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
11
/ 2256
#11 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
+155%
Above average
Switching Capacity
14
/ Tbps
Who it's for
- Network architects planning for long-term infrastructure growth
- IT managers supporting mission-critical enterprise applications
- System administrators seeking automated, data-driven network management
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious teams requiring cost-effective, fixed-port solutions
- Small businesses lacking dedicated, climate-controlled server rooms
- Organizations preferring vendor-neutral hardware and perpetual licensing models
Performance breakdown
Switching Capacity
Fourteen terabits per second handles massive enterprise data loads with ease.
Routing Intelligence
Advanced Layer 3 capabilities provide sophisticated control over complex network traffic.
System Reliability
Dual firmware images and high-availability design minimize critical network downtime risks.
Scalability
Modular architecture allows for seamless expansion as your infrastructure requirements grow.
Management Flexibility
Comprehensive management options offer deep visibility into every network segment.
Physical Density
The 7U rack-mount footprint maximizes port density within limited data center space.
Key Specs
Switching Capacity
14 Tbps
Throughput
5.7 Bpps
RAM
16 GB DDR4 SDRAM
Flash Memory
32 GB
MAC Address Table Size
32,768 Entries
Rack Units
7U
Jumbo Frame Support
9198 Bytes
Interfaces
1x USB-C Console, 1x Console RJ-45, 1x USB Type A
Features
- High-capacity modular switching foundation
- Supports advanced Layer 3 routing
- Designed for high availability
- Flexible management options
- Robust security features
- Supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- Rack-mountable 7U form factor
- Supports IPv4 and IPv6 dual stack
What customers say
Customers highly value the HPE Aruba 6405 V2 for its exceptional reliability and robust performance, driven by the modern AOS-CX operating system. The switch is seen as a future proof investment due to its modular design, allowing easy scaling of line cards and power supplies to meet growing demands. Administrators emphasize the critical role of built-in redundancy features, ensuring near zero downtime for core infrastructure. While the initial cost is high, the long term adaptability offers strong value. A minor point of friction is the learning curve associated with advanced AOS-CX features for some transitioning teams. Overall, this switch is recommended for organizations prioritizing enterprise grade stability and speed.
Know before you buy
The HPE Aruba 6405 V2 is a chassis-only unit. To make it functional, you must separately purchase compatible management modules, line cards, and power supplies.
No, this specific chassis model does not support Power over Ethernet. It is designed primarily for high-capacity data routing and switching rather than powering peripheral devices.
The chassis is designed for standard rack mounting and occupies 7U of vertical rack space. Ensure your rack setup has sufficient depth and cooling capacity to accommodate its front-to-back airflow design.
Yes, the 6405 V2 supports IPv4 and IPv6 dual-stack configurations, allowing it to integrate seamlessly into modern enterprise networks that require transition support.
Absolutely. It is built for high availability, featuring support for dual firmware images to ensure minimal downtime during updates and robust hardware redundancy options.
The chassis includes a USB-C console port, a standard RJ-45 console port, and a USB Type-A port for flexible local management and configuration.
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