Is the HP 8206 zl Switch w/Premium Software end of life?

No. The Aruba HP 8206 zl Switch w/Premium Software is currently supported.

What replaces the HP 8206 zl Switch w/Premium Software?

Aruba recommends the HP 5400R zl2 Switch Series and Accessories as a replacement for the HP 8206 zl Switch w/Premium Software.

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Name: HP 8206 zl Switch w/Premium Software
Brand: Aruba
SKU: J9640A
Availability: InStock

SKU J9640A

Aruba Chassis

HP 8206 zl Switch w/Premium Software has an announced end-of-sale date.

The Aruba HP 8206 zl Switch w/Premium Software (J9640A) is a chassis product.

Lifecycle notice published	2015-01-31

Recommended Replacement

HP 5400R zl2 Switch Series and Accessories

Description

HP 8206 zl Switch w/Premium Software

Source: Official Aruba notice (128) · Last verified 2026-04-14