Description
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch Series delivers robust performance, agility, and security for modern enterprise networks, optimized for top-of-rack or aggregation deployments. The R9W93A#B2B model offers 40 x 1G/2.5G/5G/10GBase-T ports, 8 x SFP+ (10GbE), and 4 x QSFP+/QSFP28 (40/100GbE) uplinks, providing up to 1.76 Tbps switching capacity and 1,309 Mpps throughput.
Designed with back-to-front airflow, it's ideal for hot-aisle data center configurations. With support for advanced L2/L3 features like BGP, OSPF, VRF, and IPv6, this switch integrates Aruba’s AOS-CX OS, enabling automation through REST APIs and Python scripting, and intelligent analytics via Aruba’s Network Analytics Engine (NAE). Redundant fans and power supplies ensure high availability through VSX support.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model Number | R9W93A#B2B |
| Series | Aruba Networking CX 8100 |
| Switching Capacity | 1.76 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 1,309 Mpps |
| Ports | 40 x 100/1000/2.5G/5G/10GBase-T8 x 1G/10G SFP+4 x 40/100G QSFP+/QSFP28 |
| Layer Support | Layer 3 |
| Management | Fully Managed |
| Airflow Direction | Back-to-front airflow |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Redundancy | Redundant fans and power suppliesSupports VSX for high availability |
| Operating System | Aruba AOS-CX |
| Automation & Monitoring | REST APIs, Python scripting, Aruba NAE |
| Color | Black |
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
We offer a 30-day return window for most unopened, factory-sealed items.
Returns must be authorized before shipping back and must include all original packaging and accessories. Opened or used items are not returnable unless defective.
Some products—such as custom orders, special-order items, audio gear, software, and LED video walls—are non-returnable. Non-defective returns may be subject to a 20–30% restocking fee, and customers are responsible for return shipping costs.
For damaged or incorrect items, please contact us immediately.
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