Detailed Specifications
HPE JL679A Aruba CX 6100 12G PoE 12-Port Switch
Overview
The HPE JL679A is a compact, fan-free Layer-2 access switch optimized for branch offices or SMB deployments. It provides 12 RJ-45 ports with PoE+ support and two 1/10 Gb SFP+ uplinks to maintain high-speed connectivity to core switches. With Class 4 PoE, it delivers up to 139 W to devices like IP phones, Wi-Fi APs, or cameras. It uses the Aruba AOS-CX operating system, enabling efficient management, automation, and modern features for enterprise edge networks.
Key Features
12 PoE+ 1 Gb RJ-45 ports (IEEE 802.3af/at)
2 × 1/10 Gb SFP+ uplink ports
139 W total PoE power budget
Fan-free, silent 1U design for quiet environments
Layer-2 switching with VLANs, ACLs, IPv6, and static routing
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | HPE / Aruba |
| Part Number | JL679A |
| Product Type | Entry-level PoE access switch |
| Access Ports | 12 × 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45 |
| Uplink Ports | 2 × 1/10 Gb SFP+ |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3af / 802.3at |
| PoE Power Budget | 139 W (Class 4) |
| Switching Capacity | 68 Gbps |
| Forwarding Throughput | 45.1 Mpps |
| Latency | ~2.3 µs at 1 Gb; ~2.6 µs at 10 Gb |
| Processor | Dual-core ARM Cortex A9 @ ~1.016 GHz |
| Memory | 4 GB DDR3 |
| Storage | 16 GB eMMC |
| Input Voltage | 100-127 / 200-240 VAC |
| Power (Max) | ~170 W (with PoE) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to ~45 °C |
| Dimensions | ~4.4 × 25.4 × 25.5 cm |
| Weight | ~2.8 kg |
