Description
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 9300S is a high-performance 1U fixed-configuration switch delivering 25.6Tbps of switching capacity and up to 5Bpps throughput. With 32 QSFP28 100GbE ports and 8 QSFP-DD 400GbE ports, this switch is ideal for dense data center fabrics, high-speed storage networks, and modern enterprise edge deployments.
Designed for agility and investment protection, it supports breakout configurations (4x25G, 2x200G, 4x100G) and seamlessly integrates into EVPN-VXLAN spine-leaf topologies. It includes front-to-back airflow cooling, 6 fans, dual AC power supplies, and built-in automation through Aruba Fabric Composer and the Network Analytics Engine (NAE).
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| SKU / Part Number | S0F81A#ABA |
| Product Type | Layer 3 Managed Switch |
| Ports | 32 x 100G QSFP28 + 8 x 400G QSFP-DD |
| Airflow | Front-to-Back |
| Fans | 6x Fans Included |
| Power Supply | 2x AC Power Supplies (R8Z97A); 220-240VAC required |
| Switching Capacity | 25.6 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 5Bpps |
| Breakout Support | 100G ➝ 4x25G; 400G ➝ 4x100G or 2x200G |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, MP-BGP (IPv6), RIP, RIPng, PBR, ECMP, EVPN-VXLAN |
| Management Interfaces | SNMP, RJ-45 Console, RJ-45 OOBM, Micro USB |
| System Memory | 32GB RAM, 1.7GHz CPU, 128GB M.2 SSD, 4GB mSATA, 2x 16GB SODIMM |
| Power Consumption | Max: 600W–615W / Idle: 210W–221W |
| Heat Dissipation | Up to 4,435 BTU/hr |
| Compliance | TAA Compliant |
| Mounting | Rack-Mountable (1U) |
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
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