Description
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch (R9W86A#AKM) delivers high-performance, enterprise-class switching with 1.76 Tbps of bi-directional capacity and 1,309 Mpps forwarding. Designed for aggregation and top-of-rack deployments, this switch supports 24x 1/10G SFP+ and 4x 40/100G QSFP28 ports in a compact 1U rack-mountable form.
Built on Arubaās modular, cloud-native AOS-CX operating system, this managed Layer 3 switch provides advanced automation, telemetry, and deep network visibility through REST APIs, Python scripting, and the Aruba Network Analytics Engine (NAE).
This bundle includes Front-to-Back airflow, 3 fans, and 2 AC power supplies, ensuring optimal cooling and high availability in dense data center or campus aggregation environments. The CX 8100 supports robust Layer 2/3 features including OSPF, BGP, VRF, IPv6, and integrates seamlessly with Aruba Fabric Composer for software-defined orchestration.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | R9W86A#AKM |
| Product Series | HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 |
| Switch Type | Managed Layer 3 Switch |
| Ports | 24x 1/10G SFP+ + 4x 40/100G QSFP28 |
| Airflow Direction | Front-to-Back |
| Fans Included | 3 |
| Power Supplies | 2x AC PSU included |
| Switching Capacity | 1.76 Tbps bi-directional |
| Forwarding Rate | 1,309 Mpps |
| Redundancy | VSX (Virtual Switching Extension), Redundant PSU/Fans |
| Network OS | Aruba AOS-CX |
| Automation Support | REST API, Python, Aruba Fabric Composer |
| Telemetry and Monitoring | Aruba Network Analytics Engine (NAE) |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
| Color | Black |
| Layer 3 Protocols Supported | BGP, OSPF, VRF, IPv6 |
| Cable Type Support | Optical Fiber |
| Mounting | Rack-mountable |
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