Description
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 9300S Switch is a high-performance, fixed 1U data center switch delivering 25.6 Tbps of switching capacity with support for 32x 100G QSFP28 and 8x 400G QSFP-DD ports. Engineered for modern virtualized and cloud-scale data centers, it enables seamless transitions to 100G/400G EVPN-VXLAN spine architectures with unmatched flexibility and density.
Ideal for server farms, storage networks, and high-performance computing, this switch includes dual FB power supplies, six fans (back-to-front airflow), and a range of Layer 3 features. It simplifies orchestration with HPE Aruba Networking Fabric Composer and enables intelligent telemetry via Network Analytics Engine (NAE). With breakout capability, Ethernet storage fabric support, and enterprise-grade manageability, the CX 9300S is purpose-built for scalable, energy-efficient environments.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | HPE Aruba CX 9300S (S0F84A#ABA) |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
| Ports | 32 x 100G QSFP28 + 8 x 400G QSFP-DD |
| Airflow | Back-to-front airflow |
| Switching Capacity | 25.6 Tbps |
| Throughput | 5 Bpps |
| Layer 3 Routing | IPv4/IPv6 Static, RIPv2, RIPng, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP-4, MP-BGP, PBR, ECMP, EVPN-VXLAN |
| Management | SNMP, RJ-45 Console Port, Micro USB Console |
| Memory & Storage | 32 GB RAM, 1.7GHz CPU, 128 GB M.2 SSD, 4 GB mSATA, 2x 16 GB SODIMM, 128 MB SPI Flash |
| Power Supply | Includes 2x FB Power Supplies (R8Z97A), 200-225 VAC required |
| Power Consumption | Max: 600–615W, Idle: 210–221W |
| Heat Dissipation | 4,435 BTU/hr (Max) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 17.26 x 23.23 x 1.71 in |
| Weight | 26.12 lb |
| Advanced Features | Intelligent Analytics via NAE, breakout cabling support, Ethernet Storage Fabric |
| Compliance | TAA Compliant |
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