Description
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8325-32C Switch is a high-performance, next-gen data center and campus aggregation switch offering 32 x 100G QSFP28 ports, with back-to-front airflow, 6 fans, and dual DC power supplies. Designed to meet the scale, agility, and security needs of modern cloud, mobile, and IoT workloads, this 1U switch delivers 6.4 Tbps switching capacity and 2000 Mpps forwarding with full wire-speed performance.
Powered by the Aruba AOS-CX operating system, it supports advanced Layer 2/3 features including BGP, OSPF, VRF, and VXLAN, and features a fully distributed architecture for high availability and network resilience. With intelligent monitoring via the Aruba Network Analytics Engine (NAE), REST APIs, and Python automation, the CX 8325-32C ensures zero-touch provisioning, seamless orchestration, and real-time insights.
Ideal for core, aggregation, ToR, or EoR deployments in enterprise data centers, this switch is also compatible with HPE GreenLake and other HPE Compute and Storage solutions.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model Number | JL860A |
| Ports | 32 x 100G QSFP28 (supports 40/100 GbE) |
| Switching Capacity | 6.4 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 2000 Mpps |
| Airflow | Back-to-Front |
| Cooling | 6 hot-swappable fans |
| Power Supplies | 2 x DC, hot-swappable |
| Form Factor | 1U rack-mountable |
| Processor | 2.2 GHz CPU |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM, 64 GB SSD, 8 GB Flash |
| Packet Buffer | 32 MB |
| Power Input | 100–240 VAC / -36 to -72 VDC |
| Max Power Consumption | 532W |
| Management Features | AOS-CX OS, CLI, SNMP v2c/v3, RMON, sFlow, REST APIs, Python scripting |
| Layer 2/3 Features | BGP, OSPF, VRF, VXLAN, IPv6 |
| PTP Support | Class C (G.8275.1/G.8275.2), SyncE |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 41.9 x 436.9 x 544.1 mm |
| Weight | 9.4 kg |
| Use Cases | Data center ToR/EoR, campus aggregation, edge computing, HCI |
| Included Software | Aruba AOS-CX with perpetual native feature set |
| Redundancy | VSX high-availability, redundant power and fans |
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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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