Description
The HPE Aruba CX 8100 48XF4C Ethernet Switch (R9W91A#ABA) is a powerful, modular, and highly scalable data center switch designed for next-generation campus cores and virtual environments. Powered by ArubaOS-CX, it delivers advanced Layer 2/3 switching with enterprise-grade features such as Network Analytics Engine (NAE), dynamic segmentation, and high resiliency.
This 1U switch provides 48x 10GbE SFP+ ports and 4x 100GbE QSFP28 uplinks, ensuring flexibility and high throughput with up to 1.76 Tbps switching capacity. Ideal for high-density fiber aggregation or uplinks in campus and data center deployments.
Includes 3 hot-swappable fans and 2 AC power supplies for maximum uptime and efficiency. TAA-compliant and backed by a lifetime limited warranty, this switch is a future-ready investment for secure and intelligent networking.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | HPE |
| Series | Aruba CX 8100 Series |
| Model | 48XF4C |
| Part Number | R9W91A#ABA |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable, Surface/Cabinet Mount |
| Ports | 48 x 10GbE SFP+, 4 x 100GbE QSFP28 |
| Total Expansion Slots | 52 |
| Layer Support | Layer 3 |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Networking Standards | IEEE 802.1Q, 802.3ae, 802.3ad, and others |
| Manageable | Yes |
| Power Consumption | 450 W |
| Power Supply | Dual AC (2 included) |
| Fans | 3 (included) |
| Input Voltage | 120/230V AC |
| Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 1.7" x 17.4" x 16" |
| Weight | 18.50 lbs (approx.) |
| Application | Campus, Data Center, Aggregation Layer |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Environment Compliance | RoHS |
| Warranty | Lifetime Limited 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.
For damaged or incorrect items, please contact us immediately.
From Scope to Sign-Off
A structured delivery process designed to reduce risk and keep projects moving.
Plan
Discovery, site review, requirements gathering, and project alignment. We define scope, constraints, and success criteria before any design work begins.
- Discovery calls & stakeholder interviews
- On-site survey & infrastructure review
- Requirements & use-case documentation
- Project scope, timeline & milestone alignment
Engineer
System design, schematics, signal flow, BOM development, and documentation. Every project leaves this phase with a complete engineering package.
- AV system design & signal flow diagrams
- Equipment selection & BOM development
- Rack layout & control system design
- As-built documentation package
Deploy
Procurement, logistics, installation, programming, commissioning, and training. We own the delivery from first shipment to final handoff.
- Authorized procurement & logistics coordination
- Physical installation & cable management
- Control system programming & configuration
- Commissioning, testing & end-user training
Support
Monitoring, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and long-term service agreements. We stay engaged long after project close.
- 24/7 remote system monitoring
- Preventive & reactive maintenance
- Technology lifecycle & refresh planning
- Long-term service level agreements
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