The HPE Aruba CX 6405 v2 Switch is a modular chassis designed for scalable campus core and aggregation deployments. Powered by AOS-CX, it delivers high availability, automation, and advanced telemetry while supporting high-speed interfaces for resilient enterprise networks.
Enterprise campus networks must support growing user populations, high-density wireless deployments, and bandwidth-intensive applications while maintaining reliable connectivity across distributed environments.
The HPE Aruba CX 6405 v2 Switch is a modular campus switching platform designed for enterprise core and aggregation roles. Built on the AOS-CX operating system, the chassis supports line cards delivering 1GbE, 10GbE, 25GbE, 40GbE, and 100GbE connectivity with high switching capacity and redundant system components. High-speed uplinks, programmable switching, and integrated analytics improve visibility across the access, aggregation, or data-centre fabric, helping teams spot congestion and policy issues before they affect users or applications.
The CX 6405 v2 integrates the Network Analytics Engine (NAE), enabling continuous monitoring and automated analysis of network traffic and system performance. This programmable architecture allows operators to detect anomalies and automate policy enforcement across campus networks. Organisations that require more chassis slots and line-card capacity may also consider the HPE Aruba CX 6410 v2 Switch, for supporting larger access, aggregation and core builds in one platform.
With modular expansion and integrated automation capabilities, the CX 6405 v2 allows organisations to scale campus infrastructure while maintaining operational visibility and consistent network performance.
Our specialists can help design and deploy HPE Aruba CX 6405 v2 Switch solutions aligned to your campus network architecture.
The HPE Aruba CX 6405 is a modular enterprise switch designed for campus core and aggregation deployments, delivering scalable connectivity, high-performance switching, and advanced automation using the Aruba AOS-CX operating system.
Five-Slot Modular Chassis
Supports multiple line cards for flexible campus aggregation and core deployments.
High-Speed Interface Options
Supports 1GbE, 10GbE, 25GbE, 40GbE, and 100GbE connectivity depending on installed modules.
High-Performance Switching Fabric
Non-blocking architecture supports high throughput and low latency traffic forwarding.
Flexible PoE and Smart Rate Support
Optional modules provide multi-gigabit PoE for modern campus devices.
AOS-CX Operating System
Microservices-based architecture enables automation, resiliency, and programmability.
Network Analytics Engine
Built-in telemetry and analytics provide real-time visibility into network performance.
High Availability Architecture
Redundant management modules, power supplies, and fans support continuous operation.
Whether modernising campus core infrastructure or building scalable enterprise networks, we help design Aruba CX 6405 v2 deployments that deliver high-performance switching and operational resilience.
| Product Family | Aruba CX |
|---|---|
| Operating System | AOS-CX |
| Product Series | 6400 |
| Switching Capacity (Gbps) | |
| Deployment | Campus |
| Target Organisation Size | Enterprise |
| Primary Use Case | Core |
| Chassis Type | |
| Product Tier | Standard |
| Network Architecture | Layer 3 |
| Chassis Size (RU) | |
| Maximum Line Card Slots | |
| Supervisor Engine Support | |
| Fabric Module Support | |
| Supported Port Types | |
| Maximum Port Speed | 100G |
| Redundant Supervisors | |
| Power Redundancy | Hot-swappable PSUs |
| Redundant Fan Modules | |
| Maximum VLANs | 4094 |
The HPE Aruba CX 6405 v2 Switch is designed for organisations that need a modular switch for campus aggregation, core, and services-edge roles. It suits enterprise networks that need flexible port combinations, high availability, and room to scale without moving to a larger chassis than the site requires.
The Aruba CX 6405 v2 is well suited to campus aggregation layers where multiple access switches, wireless services, and user segments need to be brought together on one modular platform. It supports scalable aggregation with flexible interface options and strong Layer 3 capability.
Many midsize campuses use a collapsed core design where routing, aggregation, and policy services sit in one switching layer. The Aruba CX 6405 v2 fits these environments by combining modular growth, resiliency, and high-speed uplinks in a compact chassis.
Sites supporting Wi-Fi, IoT, and user access often need multi-gigabit ports, PoE, and policy enforcement at scale. The Aruba CX 6405 v2 supports these deployments with modular Smart Rate, PoE, and dynamic segmentation options.
The Aruba CX 6405 v2 also suits enterprise edge designs where traffic from users, devices, and wireless infrastructure needs to be distributed securely across campus buildings. It supports these roles with high-speed switching and campus-ready policy control.
Private data environments and enterprise server rooms can also deploy the Aruba CX 6405 v2 where modular switching, redundant components, and flexible uplinks are needed. It fits sites that want one chassis for aggregation and core-style functions.
Our team can help design and deploy Aruba CX 6405 v2 switching for campus aggregation, collapsed core, and modular enterprise edge environments.
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