Description
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch (R9W93A#B2E) delivers high-performance switching for enterprise campus aggregation and top-of-rack (ToR) data center environments. Supporting 1.76 Tbps of bi-directional switching and 1,309 Mpps forwarding capacity, this managed L3 switch offers 40x 10GBase-T ports, 8x 10G SFP+ ports, and 4x 40/100G QSFP28 ports. Equipped with back-to-front airflow and rack-mountability, it is built for high availability with redundant power supplies and fans.
Built on Aruba’s AOS-CX operating system, it includes advanced features like BGP, OSPF, VRF, IPv6, and supports automation via REST APIs and Python scripting. Ideal for high-density and performance-driven environments, this switch also supports fiber uplinks for long-distance connections.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | R9W93A#B2E |
| Product Series | Aruba CX 8100 |
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Switching Capacity | 1.76 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 1,309 Mpps |
| Layer Support | Layer 3 |
| Management | Fully Managed |
| Ports | 40 × 100/1000/2.5G/5G/10GBase-T 8 × 10G SFP+ 4 × 40/100G QSFP28 |
| Airflow Direction | Back to Front |
| Redundancy | Redundant power supplies and fans |
| Mounting | Rack-mountable |
| Operating System | Aruba AOS-CX |
| Advanced Features | BGP, OSPF, VRF, IPv6, VSX, Network Analytics Engine |
| Automation | REST APIs, Python scripting |
| 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.
From Scope to Sign-Off
A structured delivery process designed to reduce risk and keep projects moving.
Plan
Discovery, site review, requirements gathering, and project alignment. We define scope, constraints, and success criteria before any design work begins.
- Discovery calls & stakeholder interviews
- On-site survey & infrastructure review
- Requirements & use-case documentation
- Project scope, timeline & milestone alignment
Engineer
System design, schematics, signal flow, BOM development, and documentation. Every project leaves this phase with a complete engineering package.
- AV system design & signal flow diagrams
- Equipment selection & BOM development
- Rack layout & control system design
- As-built documentation package
Deploy
Procurement, logistics, installation, programming, commissioning, and training. We own the delivery from first shipment to final handoff.
- Authorized procurement & logistics coordination
- Physical installation & cable management
- Control system programming & configuration
- Commissioning, testing & end-user training
Support
Monitoring, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and long-term service agreements. We stay engaged long after project close.
- 24/7 remote system monitoring
- Preventive & reactive maintenance
- Technology lifecycle & refresh planning
- Long-term service level agreements
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