This HPE Aruba CX 8360 is perfect for enterprise data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale network deployments who need high-performance data center switching with advanced port-to-power efficiency. Our HPE Aruba Networking CX 8360-12C v2 delivers:
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Enterprise data center switching with optimized port-to-power airflow for maximum efficiency
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10GbE switch performance providing ultra-high bandwidth for demanding applications
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Server rack network switch design with redundant AC power supplies and advanced cooling
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Hot swappable components ensuring maximum uptime in mission-critical environments
Key Features
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Port-to-power airflow design optimizing thermal management and energy efficiency
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Fiber Ethernet switches capability with high-density SFP+ and QSFP+ connectivity
- Advanced Layer 3 switching with comprehensive routing and VLAN capabilities
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Redundant power supplies with dual AC units for maximum reliability
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Enterprise-grade performance supporting high-throughput data center workloads
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise |
| Model Number |
R9G14A#ABA |
| Type |
CX 8360-12C v2 Data Center Ethernet Switch |
| Port Configuration |
12 x 100GbE QSFP+ ports for high-density connectivity |
| Airflow Design |
Port-to-power airflow with 3 hot-swappable fans |
| Power System |
Dual AC power supplies for redundancy |
| Switching Capacity |
High-performance Layer 2/3 switching with advanced features |
| Management |
Aruba NetEdit, REST APIs, CLI management |
| Target Applications |
Data centers, cloud infrastructure, enterprise spine-leaf |
| Compatible Systems |
Aruba CX series, multi-vendor data center environments |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes this HPE Aruba CX 8360 ideal for data center deployments?
A: This data center switch provides optimized port-to-power airflow design, redundant power supplies, and high-density 100GbE connectivity, making it perfect for spine-leaf architectures and high-performance computing environments.
Q: How does the port-to-power airflow enhance performance?
A: The port-to-power airflow design optimizes thermal management by directing cooling air from ports to power supplies, improving energy efficiency and enabling higher rack density deployments.
Q: Does this switch support hot-swappable components?
A: Yes, this enterprise switch features hot-swappable fans and dual AC power supplies, ensuring maximum uptime and serviceability in mission-critical data center environments.
Q: Is this switch suitable for high-bandwidth applications?
A: Absolutely. This fiber Ethernet switch provides 12 x 100GbE QSFP+ ports with advanced Layer 3 capabilities, delivering the performance needed for modern data center workloads and cloud infrastructure.
HPE Aruba CX 8360-12C v2 data center switch port-to-power airflow. Enterprise 100GbE switching with redundant power supplies.
