This server rack network switch is perfect for enterprise data centers, cloud service providers, and large campus networks who need fiber ethernet switches with advanced capabilities. Our HPE Aruba CX 8360-48Y6C v2 delivers:
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48 port switch configuration with high-density 25GbE and 100GbE connectivity
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Power-to-port airflow design for optimal server rack cooling efficiency
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Redundant power supply units ensuring maximum uptime for critical networks
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Advanced network automation with Aruba CX switching intelligence
Key Features
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High-density port configuration with 48x 25GbE SFP28 and 6x 100GbE QSFP28 ports
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Power-to-port airflow system optimizing server rack cooling performance
- Dual redundant power supply units for enterprise-grade reliability
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Advanced Layer 3 switching with comprehensive routing protocols
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Zero Touch Provisioning for simplified network deployment
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Network analytics and telemetry for intelligent traffic management
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VSX clustering support enabling seamless high availability
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Modular design with hot-swappable components for minimal downtime
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
HPE Aruba Networking |
| Model Number |
CX 8360-48Y6C v2 |
| Type |
Enterprise Server Rack Network Switch |
| Port Configuration |
48x 25GbE SFP28, 6x 100GbE QSFP28 |
| Switching Capacity |
3.6 Tbps full-duplex |
| Airflow Design |
Power-to-Port Airflow |
| Power Supply |
Dual redundant PSU (2x 1050W) |
| Cooling System |
5 hot-swappable fans |
| Rack Size |
1RU |
| Power Consumption |
Maximum 650W |
| Operating System |
Aruba CX-OS with REST API |
| Protocols |
BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, EVPN, VSX |
| Compatible Systems |
HPE servers, enterprise data centers, cloud infrastructure |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes this switch ideal for data center deployments?
A: This server rack network switch features power-to-port airflow design that optimizes cooling efficiency, dual redundant PSUs for reliability, and high-density 25GbE/100GbE ports for modern data center requirements.
Q: How does the power-to-port airflow benefit server rack installations?
A: Yes, the power-to-port airflow design draws cool air from the power supply side and exhausts through the port side, aligning with standard server rack cooling patterns for maximum thermal efficiency.
Q: What port density does this 48 port switch provide?
A: 48x 25GbE SFP28 ports plus 6x 100GbE QSFP28 uplinks — perfect for high-density server connectivity with ample bandwidth for spine connections and inter-switch links.
Q: Is this switch suitable for enterprise network automation?
A: Yes. Aruba CX-OS with REST API and Zero Touch Provisioning enables full network automation, telemetry analytics, and seamless integration with modern DevOps workflows.
