HPE S0U62A 24-Port 1G Class 4 PoE Module
Overview
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 5420 S0U62A is a 24-port 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE module designed to slot into the CX 5420 modular chassis, extending it with a full block of gigabit copper access ports that can power PoE Class 4 devices. If you're building out a modular wiring-closet stack and need to add IP camera, VoIP, or access point density without deploying a separate switch, this is the module that fills those bays. Browse the HPE Aruba Networking switching line or explore the broader PoE switch category for context on where this module fits architecturally.
Key Features
- 24 x 1000BASE-T copper ports: Each port runs at up to 1 Gbps — sufficient for any IP camera, access point, or VoIP handset currently on the market. You get a full 24-port block per module slot, which keeps port density high without adding chassis footprint.
- PoE Class 4 on all 24 ports: Class 4 covers IEEE 802.3at PoE+ devices (up to approximately 30W at the PSE). That covers the majority of commercial IP cameras, dual-radio 802.11ax APs, and pan-tilt-zoom cameras that fall under the PoE+ ceiling. Devices that require 802.3bt (60W or 90W) are not supported by Class 4 — confirm your endpoint power draw before specifying this module for high-wattage PTZ or multi-sensor cameras. Pair this with a PoE planning guide if you're sizing the chassis power supply simultaneously.
- 10/100/1000 Mbps autosensing: The S0U62A negotiates down to 10 or 100 Mbps, so legacy IP phones or older encoders on the same run won't need media converters.
- Modular form factor: Weight comes in at 762 g — light enough that adding it to a partially-populated chassis doesn't require re-evaluating rack weight limits in most installations. Review the modular network switching category for compatible chassis options.
Integration & Compatibility
The S0U62A is designed for the HPE Aruba CX 5420 modular chassis. Verify chassis slot compatibility and total PoE power supply capacity before ordering — the chassis power budget is shared across all installed modules, and adding 24 Class 4 ports at full draw is a meaningful load. For surveillance-heavy deployments, see IP camera selection to confirm endpoint power requirements against the module's Class 4 ceiling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What PoE class does the S0U62A support?
A: The S0U62A supports PoE Class 4 on all 24 ports, which corresponds to IEEE 802.3at (PoE+). This covers devices drawing up to approximately 30W at the power sourcing equipment. Devices requiring 802.3bt Class 6 or higher are not supported.
Q: How many ports does the HPE Aruba S0U62A provide?
A: The module provides 24 ports, all 1000BASE-T (10/100/1000 Mbps copper).
Q: Which chassis does the S0U62A install into?
A: The S0U62A is a line module for the HPE Aruba Networking CX 5420 modular chassis series. Confirm slot availability and chassis power supply capacity before installing.
Q: What is the weight of the S0U62A module?
A: The S0U62A weighs 762 g.
Q: Can the S0U62A power IP cameras?
A: Yes, provided the cameras operate within the PoE Class 4 (802.3at) power envelope — roughly 30W or less at the switch port. High-wattage multi-sensor or heated PTZ cameras that require 802.3bt should be verified against Class 4 limits before deployment.
The S0U62A is a straightforward capacity expansion tool for the CX 5420 chassis — 24 ports of 1G copper with Class 4 PoE in a single module slot. Where I see it specified most cleanly is in wiring-closet builds where the chassis is already deployed for uplink aggregation and the team needs to add access-layer PoE density without introducing a second switch platform to manage.
Technical Highlights:
- 24 x 1000BASE-T ports: A full 24-port copper block per slot keeps per-port cost in line and avoids the fragmentation you get from mixing smaller add-in cards across multiple bays.
- Class 4 PoE ceiling: 802.3at covers the vast majority of commercial IP cameras and 802.11ax access points. The Class 4 rating is the spec to verify first — it's the one constraint that disqualifies this module for high-wattage endpoints.
- 762 g module weight: Light enough to install in a partially loaded chassis without triggering a rack load recalculation in most standard two-post or four-post deployments.
Deployment Considerations:
- Total chassis PoE budget is shared across all populated modules — add up the worst-case draw across all 24 ports before commissioning and confirm the installed power supply can sustain it. This is the most common oversight on CX 5420 modular builds.
- Devices above the 802.3at (Class 4) power ceiling — including some heated outdoor cameras and high-end PTZ units — require a Class 6 or Class 8 (802.3bt) port and will not receive adequate power from the S0U62A.
This module is a solid fit for medium-density enterprise wiring closets running a mix of IP cameras, APs, and VoIP phones — all well within Class 4 limits — where the CX 5420 chassis is already the aggregation layer and adding a standalone switch would create unnecessary management overhead.
