SFP/SFP+ installation notes Getting started with switch configuration Recommended minimal configuration Setup for initial configuration Replacing components Replacing the fan Replacing the power supply Troubleshooting Basic troubleshooting tips HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
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Diagnosing with the LEDs Proactive networking Hardware diagnostic tests Testing the switch by resetting it Checking the switch LEDs Checking console messages Testing twisted-pair cabling Testing switch-to-device network communications Testing end-to-end network communications Restoring the factory default configuration Downloading new switch software Specifications Physical and environmental Physical Information: 6200F switches...
For supported transceivers, see the latest version of the Transceiver Guide on the Aruba Support Portal. Switch and port LEDs on front of the switches Figure 1 Switch and port LEDS for 6200M switches: HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200M 24G 4SFP+ switch (R8Q67A) and HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200M 24G 4SFP+ TAA switch (R8V08A)
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RJ-45 console port 10/100/1000 Mbps Out-of-Band Management port Figure 2 Switch and port LEDs for 6200M switches: HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200M 24G Class4 PoE 4SFP+ switch (R8Q68A) and HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200M 24G class4 PoE 4SFP+ TAA switch (R8V09A) HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
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RJ-45 console port 10/100/1000 Mbps Out-of-Band Management port Figure 3 Switch and port LEDs for 6200M switches: HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200M 48G 4SFP+ switch (R8Q69A) and HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200M 48G 4SFP+ TAA switch (R8V10A) Table 8: Switch and Port LEDs: Labels and Description...
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RJ-45 console port 10/100/1000 Mbps Out-of-Band Management port Figure 4 Switch and port LEDs for 6200M switches: HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200M 48G Class4 PoE 4SFP+ switch (R8Q70A) and HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200M 48G Class4 PoE 4SFP+ TAA switch (R8V11A) Table 9: Switch and Port LEDs: Labels and Description...
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RJ-45 console port 10/100/1000 Mbps Out-of-Band Management port Figure 6 Switch and port LEDs for 6200F switches: HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F 24G 4SFP+ Switch (JL724B), Aruba 6200F 24G 4SFP+ Switch (JL724A), HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F 24G 4SFP+ TAA-compliant...
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RJ-45 console port 10/100/1000 Mbps Out-of-Band Management port Figure 11 Switch and port LEDs for 6200F switches: HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ 139W switch (R8Q72A) and HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ 139W TAA Switch (R8V13A)
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LED: On/Flash Global Status Overall status of the product Flash - Green Self-test in progress during Indicator LED UBOOT and SVOS On - Green Successfully booted AOS-CX HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
Switch LEDs Function State Meaning Flash - Amber Recoverable faults (e.g. fans, PSU fault) On - Amber Critical faults (e.g. exceed temperature limit) Snoring (Dim - System is in hibernation Bright periodically) OOBM Status Status of OOBM Link OOBM port is not connected, Indicator LED connectivity no link established...
Table 19: Back of the 6200M Switch: Label and Description Label Description Fan trays 1 & 2 Fan Module blank Ground lug Power supply blank Figure 2 Back of the 6200F Switch HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
Switch features The features of the 6200 F/M switches include: Combinations of fixed 10/100/1000-T, HPE Smart Rate, and SFP/SFP+ ports. Selected switch models feature HPE Smart Rate ports and provide 1 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps, and 5 Gbps connectivity. See Cabling specifications for more information.
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Ability to update the switch software. To download product updates, go to the Aruba Support Portal. An auxiliary port (USB Type A connector) for updating switch software. HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
8-mm M4 screws to attach the mounting brackets to the switch four 5/8-inch number 12-24 screws to attach the switch to a rack four rubber feet Power cord, one of the following (included with power supply unit): HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
Aruba 6200M PoE Switches (with AC power supplies) North America 8121-0973 Australia 8121-0857 North America high line 8121-0941 Brazil 8121-1265 South Africa/India 8121-1483 Europe/South Korea 8120-5336 Israel 8121-1009 China 8121-1034 United Kingdom/Hong 8120-5334 Argentina 8121-1481 Kong/Singapore/Malaysia Switzerland 8120-5339 Chile 8120-8389 Danish 8120-5340 Thailand...
With the exception of HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ 139W switch (R8Q72A) and HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ 139W TAA Switch (R8V13A), do not mount the switch on a wall or under a table or under another horizontal surface.
Do not ship any switch in a rack without checking for restrictions. Otherwise, you may void the switch warranty. Ensure that the power source circuits are properly grounded. Then connect the switch to the power source by using the power cord supplied with the switch. When installing the switch, ensure that the AC outlet is near the switch.
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The Aruba 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ 139W Switch (R8Q72A) and Aruba 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ 139W TAA Switch (R8V13A) require more front and back space when used with the optional HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F 12-port Cable Guard. (To attach the cable guard, see the instruction included with the cable guard unit.)
Disconnect power from the switch Disconnect the power cord from the switch and from the power source. Install a power supply or a second power supply for modular switches This section is only applicable to the 6200M switches. Switches in the 6200F family have internal, fixed power supplies.
1-2 minutes to complete. Disconnect power from the switch Disconnect the power cord from all of the switch power supplies and from the power sources. HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
Mount the switch After the switch passes self-test, it is ready to be mounted in a stable location. Supported mounting options for the Aruba 6200 F/M switches include: Two-post rack mount Tabletop or desktop Four-post rack mount (Requires the optional Aruba X414 1U Universal 4-post Rack Mounting Kit (J9583B) Do not mount the switch on a wall, under a table, or under another horizontal surface.
To mount the switch in a two-post rack: 1. Attach the rack mount brackets to the switch by using a #1 Phillips (cross-head) screwdriver and the supplied eight 8-mm M4 screws. HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
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For safe, reliable installation, only use screws provided in the accessory kit to attach the mounting brackets to the switch. 2. Use the four number 12-24 screws to secure the brackets to the rack. 12-port switch 1. Attach the long rack mounting brackets to the switch with the included 10-mm M4 screws. Brackets can also be oriented in two settings: 1) flush or 2) offset with the switch front panel.
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2. Secure the rack mounting brackets to a two-post rack. Figure 3 Mounting in a two-post rack (flush orientation) Figure 4 Mounting in a two-post rack (offset orientation) HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
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The HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ 139W Switch (R8Q72A) and the Aruba 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ 139W TAA Switch (R8V13A) can only be mounted with ports facing left, right, or downward.
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Figure 7 Ports facing right Figure 8 Ports facing downward HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
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Both the HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ 139W Switch (R8Q72A) and the Aruba 6200F 12G Class4 PoE 2G/2SFP+ 139W TAA Switch (R8V13A) ship with a wall mounting bracket to support a more robust wall mount. The switch is designed to support mounting in a 12-inch (304.8 cm)-wide enclosure with a top and bottom air opening.
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1. Attach the long (rack/table) mounting brackets to the switch. 2. Secure the rack/table mounting brackets to the underside of the table/horizontal surface. Figure 11 Securing switch to under-table surface HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
Connect the switch to a power source 1. Plug the included power cord into the power connector on the switch and into a nearby AC power source. 2. Recheck the LEDs during self-test. Mounting the switch in a four-post rack The four-post rack mount for the switches requires the optional Aruba X414 1U Universal 4-post Rack Mounting Kit (J9583B).
Connect network cables from network devices or your patch panels to the fixed RJ-45 ports and to any installed transceivers. Connect network cables to the RJ-45 data ports and to any optional transceivers installed on the switch front panel. HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
Use only an approved Class 1 Laser Product SFP/SFP+ transceiver. To ensure proper operation of your switch, use only the HPE Aruba SFP/SFP+ transceivers supported by your switch. Use only supported Aruba SFP/SFP+ transceivers Non-Aruba SFP/SFP+ transceivers are not supported.
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SFP/SFP+ ports are properly configured. At a minimum, make sure the configurations match. HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
IP address, see the latest version of the Fundamentals Guide for your switch. Setup for initial configuration For initial configuration information, see the Fundamentals Guide for your switch. HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
If a fan has failed, the fan LED will flash simultaneously with the switch Fault LED. Replace the failed component as soon as possible. This section is only applicable to 6200M switches. To Remove an Existing Fan: HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
1. Loosen the T10 screws by turning counter clockwise. 2. Grasping the pull handle of the failed fan, remove the component.- replace image 3. Insert the new fan by sliding the component all the way and tighten the T10 screws by turning them clockwise.
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Nonstandard Cables: Nonstandard and incorrectly wired cables may cause network collisions and other network problems, and can seriously impair network performance. A category 5 or greater cable tester is a recommended tool for every network installation. HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
Check the Port Configuration: A port on your switch may not be operating as expected because it is administratively disabled in the configuration. It may also be placed into a “blocking” state by a protocol operating on the port (dynamic VLANs), or LACP (dynamic trunking). For example, the normal operation of the spanning tree, GVRP, LACP, and other features may put the port in a blocking state.
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Slow flash - Amber Fan fault UID LED User-configurable LED User define the locator LED : OFF On/Flash (30 min) - User define the blue locator LED: On/Flash HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
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Switch LEDs Function State/Mode Meaning PSU Status Status of power supply On Green Normal Indicator LED No power, PSU has invalid AC input Slow Flash - Green Power supply has faulted or warning Diagnostic Tips Problem Solution The switch is not plugged into 1.
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For 1000Base-T connections, verify that the network cabling complies with the IEEE 802.3ab standard. Install the cable according to the ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-A-5 specifications. Ensure that cable testing complies with the stated limitations HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
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Use the appropriate feature show commands to confirm whether the port is put into a “blocking” state. For software troubleshooting tips, see the chapter “Troubleshooting” in the Management and Configuration Guide for your switch at https://www.hpe.com/networking/support. Troubleshooting...
If you believe the switch is not operating correctly, you can reset the switch to test its circuitry and operating code. To reset a switch, try any of the following: HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
Unplug and plug in the power cord (power cycling). Press the Reset button on the front of the switch. Reboot the switch via the management console’s command. boot system Power cycling the switch and pressing the Reset button both cause the switch to perform its power-on self test, which almost always will resolve any temporary operational problems.
Downloading new switch software Software updates can be downloaded to the switch through several methods. For more information, Support and Other Resources. HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
Non-operating storage relative humidity 5% to 95% @ 149°F (65°C) non-condensing Max operating altitude 10000 feet (3.05 km) Max Max non-operating altitude 15000 feet (4.57 km) Max HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
IEC 60950-1:2005 + A1:2009 + A2:2013 with all known National Deviations IEC 62368-1:2014 2nd ed. with all known National Deviations IEC 62368-1:2018 3rd Ed. with all known National Deviations HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
Table 27: Cabling Specifications Twisted-pair copper 10 Mbps Operation Category 3, 4 or 5, 100-ohm unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) or shielded twisted-pair (STP) cable, complying with IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T specifications. HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
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The patch cables are frequently overlooked when testing cable and they must also comply with the cabling standards. Note on HPE Smart Rate 2.5 Gb/s Cable Requirements The 2.5 Gb/s Smart Rate operates on cable installations that are designed to support 1000BASE-T operation.
LRM transmitting device and the multimode network cable to provide the transmission conditioning. If you experience a high number of transmission errors on those ports, usually CRC or FCS errors, you HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
may need to install one of these patch cords between the fiber-optic port in your switch and your multimode fiber-optic network cabling, at both ends of the network link. The patch cord consists of a short length of single mode fiber cable coupled to graded-index multimode fiber cable on the transmit side, and only multimode cable on the receive side.
If any of these ports are given a fixed configuration, for example 100 Mbps/Full Duplex, the ports operate as MDI-X ports, and crossover cables must be then used for connections to hubs or switches or other MDI-X network devices. HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
Figure 1 Cable Diagram Pins 1 and 2 on connector “A” must be wired as a twisted pair to pins 1 and 2 on connector “B”. Pins 3 and 6 on connector “A” must be wired as a twisted pair to pins 3 and 6 on connector “B”. Pins 4, 5, 7, and 8 are not used in this application, although they may be wired in the cable.
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Pins 7 and 8 on connector “A” must be wired as a twisted pair to pins 7 and 8 on connector “B”. For 1000Base-T operation, all four pairs of wires are used for both transmit and receive. HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
Software licensing https://lms.arubanetworks.com/ End-of-Life information https://www.arubanetworks.com/support-services/end-of-life/ Aruba software and documentation https://asp.arubanetworks.com/downloads Accessing Updates You can access updates from the Aruba Support Portal or the HPE My Networking Website. HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F/M Switch Series Installation and Getting Started Guide |...
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