Aruba R8S89A

Overview

The Aruba R8S89A is a campus access switch designed to deliver flexible multi-gigabit connectivity and substantial Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities for demanding network environments. It features 24 Smart Rate ports that automatically adjust speeds from 100 megabits up to 10 gigabits, ensuring each device receives the bandwidth it requires without manual configuration. With a total PoE budget of 2,880 watts and up to 60 watts per port, it supports high-density deployments of Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E access points, security cameras, and IoT devices while simplifying power management.

Key features

• Smart Rate ports that dynamically adjust between 100M, 1G, 2.5G, 5G, and 10G speeds to optimize bandwidth allocation for connected devices
• Robust PoE support delivering up to 60 watts per port, enabling power delivery to a wide range of network devices without additional cabling
• High-speed uplink options with two SFP ports supporting 10G, 25G, or 50G speeds for flexible network expansion and stacking
• Enhanced security with two SFP ports offering 10G or 25G speeds combined with MACsec encryption to protect sensitive traffic
• Stacking capability for up to ten switches, allowing simplified management and scalability by treating multiple units as a single system
• Multiple management interfaces including Aruba Central cloud management, command-line interface (CLI), and SNMP, plus USB-C and RJ-45 console ports for out-of-band access
• Powerful quad-core ARM Cortex A72 processor paired with 8 GB DDR4 memory to maintain responsive performance under heavy network loads
• Dual hot-swappable power supplies to ensure continuous operation and high availability in critical network environments
• Standard rack-mount chassis designed for easy integration into enterprise wiring closets and data center racks

Key specs

• Ports: 24 Smart Rate 1G/2.5G/5G/10G Ethernet ports with Class 6 PoE
• PoE power budget: 2,880 watts total, up to 60 watts per port
• Uplink ports: 2 SFP ports supporting 10G, 25G, or 50G speeds
• Additional SFP ports: 2 ports supporting 10G or 25G with MACsec encryption
• Processor: Quad-core ARM Cortex A72
• Memory: 8 GB DDR4 RAM
• Stacking: Supports up to 10 switches managed as a single unit
• Management interfaces: Aruba Central, CLI, SNMP, USB-C console, RJ-45 console
• Power supplies: Dual hot-swappable units
• Form factor: Rack-mountable chassis

Connectivity and compatibility

This switch offers versatile connectivity options to fit into complex network infrastructures. The Smart Rate ports automatically adjust to the speed requirements of connected devices, supporting a wide range of endpoints from standard gigabit clients to high-performance access points and servers. The uplink ports provide flexible bandwidth options up to 50 gigabits per second, ensuring smooth integration with core switches or aggregation layers. MACsec encryption on select ports adds a layer of security for sensitive data transmissions, making it suitable for environments with strict compliance needs.

Performance and reliability

Equipped with a quad-core ARM Cortex A72 processor and 8 GB of DDR4 memory, the switch handles management tasks and data forwarding efficiently, even under heavy network traffic. The dual hot-swappable power supplies provide redundancy to minimize downtime, which is critical for enterprise and campus networks. Stacking up to ten units allows for scalable growth and redundancy, enabling network administrators to expand capacity or maintain uptime without complex reconfiguration.

Ideal uses and environments

This model is well suited to midsize and large office networks, educational campuses, healthcare facilities, and other environments where high-density wireless access, IoT device connectivity, and secure uplinks are essential. It supports deployments that require flexible bandwidth allocation and robust PoE to power a variety of devices, reducing the need for separate power infrastructure. The switch’s management options and stacking capabilities make it a strong choice for IT teams seeking centralized control and scalability.

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