Description
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch Series delivers high-performance, scalable, and intelligent switching for modern campus core and aggregation, as well as dynamic data center environments. The CX 8100 24XF4C model (R9W86A#AC4) features 24x 1/10GbE SFP/SFP+ ports and 4x 40/100GbE QSFP+/QSFP28 uplink ports in a compact 1U rack-mountable form factor.
Built on Aruba’s cloud-native AOS-CX operating system, this switch supports advanced Layer 2/3 services, dynamic segmentation, high availability, and network security. It enables front-to-back airflow for optimized cooling and supports management through Aruba Central or on-premises tools.
With flexible breakout options (4x10GbE, 4x25GbE from 40/100G), it provides the high-speed connectivity and investment protection needed for enterprise scalability, IoT, and cloud integration.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model Number | R9W86A#AC4 |
| Product Series | HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 |
| Port Configuration | 24x 1/10GbE SFP/SFP+ + 4x 40/100GbE QSFP+/QSFP28 |
| Performance | Up to 1.76 Tbps switching capacity |
| Layer Support | Layer 3 (L3) |
| Airflow Direction | Front-to-back airflow |
| Management | Fully managed via Aruba Central or on-premise |
| OS | ArubaOS-CX (Foundation license included) |
| High Availability | Yes (hot-swappable, VSX, and redundancy features) |
| Advanced Features | Dynamic Segmentation, QoS, IP Routing, NAE, NTP |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
| Breakout Support | 4x10Gbps / 4x25Gbps via QSFP+ / QSFP28 uplinks |
| Ideal Use Case | Campus aggregation/core, data center ToR/aggregation |
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
We offer a 30-day return window for most unopened, factory-sealed items.
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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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