Description
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8325-32C (JL636A) is a high-performance, 1U, 32-port 100G QSFP28 switch engineered for next-generation campus cores and data centers. Powered by AOS-CX, this switch features a fully distributed architecture delivering up to 6.4 Tbps switching capacity and 2000 Mpps throughput. Designed for top-of-rack (ToR) or end-of-row (EoR) deployments, it offers support for 1G, 10G, 25G, 40G, and 100G Ethernet, and advanced Layer 2/3 protocols like BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, and VRF.
Built for the mobile, cloud, and IoT era, the CX 8325-32C simplifies operations with automation through REST APIs and Python scripting, intelligent monitoring via Network Analytics Engine (NAE), and high-availability features like VSX, redundant power, and hot-swappable fans.
Ideal for enterprises, service providers, and edge cloud deployments requiring dense, programmable, and resilient infrastructure.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Number | JL636A |
| Form Factor | 1U rack-mountable |
| Ports | 32 × QSFP+/QSFP28 (40G/100G) |
| Throughput | 2000 Mpps (max) |
| Switch Fabric Speed | 6.4 Tbps |
| CPU | 2.2 GHz |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM, 64 GB SSD, 8 GB Flash |
| Packet Buffer | 32 MB |
| Power Supply | Requires 2 PSUs (JL632A, JL633A, JL861A, or JL862A) |
| Power Consumption (Max) | 586 W (2000 BTU/hr) |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 209 W (714 BTU/hr) |
| Input Voltage | 100–240 VAC |
| Management Interfaces | CLI (hierarchical), SNMP v2c/v3, sFlow, RMON, REST API |
| Protocols Supported | BGP, OSPF, VRF, VXLAN, IPv6, PTP, SyncE |
| Redundancy | Hot-swappable power supplies and fans |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 41.9 x 436.9 x 544.1 mm |
| Weight | 6.9 kg |
| Operating System | HPE Aruba Networking AOS-CX |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
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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.
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