Description
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 9300S (S0F88A) is a high-performance 1U fixed switch delivering 25.6Tbps switching capacity. With 32 QSFP28 100GbE and 8 QSFP-DD 400GbE ports, it’s ideal for dense, scalable, and power-efficient data center networks transitioning to 100G/400G EVPN-VXLAN fabrics.
Designed for future-ready server and storage connectivity, it supports breakout capabilities (4x25G/2x200G/4x100G), lossless Ethernet for storage, and advanced telemetry via Aruba’s Network Analytics Engine (NAE). This back-to-front airflow model includes 6 fan trays and 2 DC power supplies, optimized for high-density spine deployments.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Number | S0F88A |
| Ports | 32 × QSFP28 (100G), 8 × QSFP-DD (400G) |
| Breakout Support | 100G to 4x25G, 400G to 4x100G or 2x200G |
| Airflow | Back-to-Front |
| Fan Units | 6x Fan Tray (no spare slots) |
| Power Supplies | 2x DC Power (R8Z97A, no spare PS slots) |
| Switching Capacity | 25.6 Tbps |
| Throughput | 5 Billion packets per second (Bpps) |
| Memory | 32 GB RAM, 128 GB M.2 SSD, 4 GB mSATA |
| Processor | 1.7 GHz |
| Routing Protocols | Static, RIPv2, RIPng, OSPF/v3, BGP-4, MP-BGP, PBR, ECMP, EVPN-VXLAN |
| Management Ports | RJ-45 Console, Micro USB, OOBM Ethernet |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
| Power Consumption | Max: 600–615W, Idle: 210–221W |
| Heat Dissipation | Max 4,435 BTU/hr |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 4.35 x 43.84 x 59 cm |
| Weight | 11.85 kg |
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