Hewlett Packard Enterprise Aruba 6300M 48P SR5 PoE Svc — 1-Year Foundation Care with NBD

Upgrade your network with a purpose-built, enterprise-grade switch from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. The Aruba 6300M 48P SR5 PoE Svc combines dense PoE capability with robust performance, advanced security, and intelligent management to meet the demands of growing campuses, branch offices, and data centers. When paired with HPE Foundation Care, this solution is designed to maximize uptime, accelerate issue resolution, and keep critical services online, so your IT team can focus on delivering value rather than fighting fires.

Designed for reliability and ease of management, the Aruba 6300M 48P SR5 PoE Svc streamlines network operations through ArubaOS-CX, which delivers analytics, automation, and security in a single, scalable platform. This means you get deep visibility into network traffic, proactive health monitoring, and automation that reduces manual tasks—empowering IT staff to provision services faster and respond to changes with confidence.

With 48 PoE-capable ports, this switch is ideal for powering IP phones, wireless access points, security cameras, and other networked devices without requiring separate power drops. The device is suited for edge deployments, campus networks, and smaller data centers where reliable power and performance are essential. Its modular design and feature-rich operating system enable seamless growth as your organization’s needs evolve, while security features help protect your network from evolving threats.

HPE Foundation Care complements the hardware with comprehensive support services, including access to HPE technical resources and collaborative problem-solving. The 1-year coverage emphasizes swift, Next Business Day response to hardware and software issues, providing a safety net that reduces downtime and keeps critical services online. This combination of dependable hardware and responsive support makes the Aruba 6300M a smart choice for organizations prioritizing uptime, security, and operational efficiency.

• Designed for enterprise networks with a dense 48-port PoE configuration, offering ample connectivity for voice, wireless, cameras, and IoT devices in a single, scalable switch.
• 1-year Foundation Care with Next Business Day (NBD) service provides proactive hardware and software support, rapid issue resolution, and direct access to HPE resources to minimize downtime.
• Advanced management and analytics via ArubaOS-CX deliver automation, secure segmentation, real-time visibility, and enhanced security controls to protect your network edge and core.
• Energy-efficient PoE support and intelligent power management help reduce operational costs while ensuring critical devices stay powered during peak loads.
• Scalable, future-proof design suitable for growing campuses and distributed environments, with options for cloud management integration and seamless integration into existing Aruba ecosystems.

Technical Details of Hewlett Packard Enterprise Aruba 6300M 48P SR5 PoE Svc

• Series: Aruba 6300M
• Ports: 48 PoE-enabled RJ-45 ports
• PoE: Supports PoE/PoE+ for powered devices
• Management: ArubaOS-CX with analytics, security features, and automation
• Included service: 1-year HPE Foundation Care with Next Business Day support

How to install Hewlett Packard Enterprise Aruba 6300M 48P SR5 PoE Svc

• Unbox and verify all components, ensuring you have the Aruba 6300M switch, mounting hardware, and required cables.
• Mount the switch in a suitable 19-inch equipment rack or place it on a stable, ventilated surface in a well-ventilated area.
• Connect power to the switch and attach uplink connections to your core network or data center fabric as needed for your deployment model.
• Access the management interface—either through the web UI or the CLI—and update to the latest firmware to ensure optimal security and performance.
• Configure network settings, including VLANs, PoE policies, QoS rules, security policies, and monitoring alerts. Validate connectivity for all connected devices and verify that telemetry and analytics are reporting correctly.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does the 1-year Foundation Care include?
• A: Foundation Care provides comprehensive hardware and software services designed to maximize network availability. It includes access to HPE technical resources, proactive support to help resolve hardware and software problems, and Next Business Day (NBD) hardware response in eligible regions, helping minimize downtime and maintain service levels.
• Q: What devices and networks is this Aruba 6300M suited for?
• A: The 6300M 48P SR5 PoE Svc is intended for enterprise-grade environments such as campuses, branch offices, and edge data centers that require dense PoE connectivity, reliable performance, and centralized management with advanced security features.
• Q: How does ArubaOS-CX help my network?
• A: ArubaOS-CX delivers modern analytics, automation, and security. It provides deep visibility into traffic, proactive health checks, policy-based automation, and integrated threat detection to simplify operations and improve network resilience.
• Q: Can I scale this switch as my network grows?
• A: Yes. The Aruba 6300M series is designed for scalability, with features that support growing user densities, additional devices, and optional cloud management integration for centralized provisioning and monitoring across multiple sites.
• Q: Is PoE supported on all ports?
• A: The switch provides PoE-enabled ports to power compatible devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and cameras, enabling simpler deployments and centralized power management. PoE capabilities help reduce cabling complexity and improve space utilization in dense environments.