HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch

High-performance 1.76 Tbps of bi-directional switching and 1,309 Mpps of forwarding designed for aggregation in the campus or top-of-rack in data center environments.

Four different base models, each sold in bundles that support two airflow modes (Front to Back, and Back to Front) with Advanced Layer 2/3 feature set that includes BGP, OSPF, VRF, and IPv6.

High availability with industry-leading VSX redundancy and redundant power supplies and fans.

HPE Aruba Networking CX Switch Operating System (AOS-CX) automation and programmability using built-in REST APIs and Python scripts

Intelligent monitoring and visibility delivered by the HPE Aruba Networking Networks Analytics Engine (NAE)

Power consumption120W Idle Power / 500W Max Power depending on the model

Input voltage:100-127V 7.1A for 100-127 VAC

200-240V 3.4A for 200-240 VAC

Ports:Includes industry-leading line rate ports with 1/10 GbE (SFP/SFP+) and 40/100 GbE (QSFP+/QSFP28) connectivity in a compact 1U form factor. 4x10 Gbps and 4x25 Gbps break out from 40/100 G ports offer advanced flexibility in connectivity and aggregation.

Switching capacity:High-performance 1.76 Tbps and 1,309 Mpps

Memory and processor:Quad Core ARM Cortex A72 @ 1.8 GHz

Power supply name:2 field-replaceable and hot-swappable power supplies

Operating temperature:Up to 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C) up to 5000 ft depending on the model

Management features:RJ-45 serial and USB-C console; RJ-45 Ethernet port; USB-Type A

Warranty:Limited lifetime warranty