Aruba CX Switching (6200 and 6300)
One cloud-native switching platform for access, aggregation, and the edge
Overview
HPE Aruba Networking CX switches run a single cloud-native operating system across the entire network, so your team learns one platform and manages everything the same way. The CX 6200 family delivers simple, secure, stackable Layer 2/3 access for branches, SMBs, and campus edge, while the CX 6300 family adds higher density, deeper Layer 3 routing, and a backplane stacking architecture for the campus access and aggregation layers. Both include the onboard Network Analytics Engine for real-time visibility and Dynamic Segmentation for zero trust, role-based access. You manage them from the cloud through HPE Aruba Networking Central or on-premises, with zero-touch provisioning and full lifecycle automation.
Why Aruba CX Switching (6200 and 6300)
One OS across the network
A single cloud-native, microservices-based operating system runs from the 6200 access edge to the 6300 aggregation layer, so operations stay consistent everywhere.
Built-in network analytics
The onboard Network Analytics Engine gives real-time, switch-level visibility to find and fix issues before users feel them.
Zero trust by design
Dynamic Segmentation applies automated, role-based policy to users and IoT devices, keeping traffic isolated and access tightly controlled.
Simple, resilient stacking
The CX 6300 uses Virtual Switching Framework backplane stacking, and the 6200 stacks simply for the access layer, keeping traffic flowing through upgrades and failures.
Secure power for the edge
PoE and Class 6 PoE options power Wi-Fi APs, cameras, and IoT devices directly from the switch, simplifying edge deployments.
Cloud-first management
Run the full lifecycle from zero-touch setup onward in HPE Aruba Networking Central, or operate on-premises or through APIs.
At a glance
- Deployment role
- CX 6200: access and edge; CX 6300: access and aggregation
- Operating system
- Cloud-native, microservices-based AOS-CX
- Port speeds
- 1G/multigigabit access with 10G/25G/50G uplinks (model dependent)
- Stacking
- CX 6300 Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) backplane stacking
- Power
- PoE and Class 6 PoE models available
- Security
- Dynamic Segmentation, role-based policy
- Analytics
- Onboard Network Analytics Engine
- Management
- HPE Aruba Networking Central (cloud), on-premises, or API
Where it fits
Frequently asked
What is the difference between the CX 6200 and CX 6300?
The CX 6200 is built for simple, secure, stackable access at the branch, SMB, and campus edge. The CX 6300 adds higher density, deeper Layer 3 routing, and backplane stacking, making it a fit for the campus access and aggregation layers.
Do CX switches require a license to operate?
No base license is required to run the switches. HPE Aruba Networking Central and optional feature packs add cloud management and advanced capabilities when you want them.
How are CX switches managed?
You can manage them from the cloud through HPE Aruba Networking Central, or run them on-premises or through APIs, with zero-touch provisioning and full lifecycle automation.
How do CX switches deliver zero trust security?
They use Dynamic Segmentation to apply automated, role-based policies to users and IoT devices, keeping traffic separated and enforcing least-privilege access across the network.
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