Quick Answer
R8N87A and R8N87B are identical Aruba CX 6000 switches.
R8N87B is the current Canadian SKU replacing the legacy R8N87A.
👉 For new purchases, choose R8N87B.
R8N87B replaces R8N87A — no hardware changes.
No technical difference — only SKU transition.
Key Insight
Aruba updated the entire CX 6000 lineup from A → B SKUs.
What This Means
- No redesign
- No upgrade
- No feature changes
Which One to Use?
👉 Use R8N87B for all new purchases
TL;DR
Same hardware, updated SKU.
For a full description on the possible reasons why Aruba has transitioned the CX 6000 series in Canada from “A” SKUs to “B” SKUs click here.