HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Series 24XT4XF4C Switch - 24x10G Base-T 4x10G SFP+ 4x40/100G QSFP28 3 Fans 2 AC Power Supplies Back-to-Front Airflow Bundle High Performance 1.76Tbps Enterprise Campus Data Center L3 Managed Switch

About the Product

The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Series 24XT4XF4C delivers enterprise-grade performance with flexible connectivity options designed for modern campus core and aggregation layers, as well as top-of-rack data center deployments. This high-performance Layer 3 managed switch features 24x10G Base-T ports with Smart Rate support (1/2.5/5/10G), 4x10G SFP+ ports, and 4x40/100G QSFP28 uplink ports providing exceptional scalability. Powered by ArubaOS-CX, the switch offers advanced automation and programmability through built-in REST APIs and Python scripts, while the integrated Network Analytics Engine (NAE) provides real-time monitoring and troubleshooting capabilities. The compact 1U form factor includes redundant fans and power supplies for maximum reliability, making it ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications in mobile, cloud, and IoT environments.

Tech Specs

Form Factor: 1U Rack-mountable<br>Switching Capacity: Up to 1.76 Tbps bidirectional<br>Forwarding Rate: 1,309 Mpps<br>Port Configuration: 24x10G Base-T (RJ-45), 4x10G SFP+, 4x40/100G QSFP28<br>Smart Rate Support: 1/2.5/5/10G on Base-T ports<br>Breakout Support: 4x10Gbps and 4x25Gbps from 40/100G ports<br>Operating System: ArubaOS-CX with microservices architecture<br>Layer 2/3 Features: BGP, OSPF, VRF, VXLAN, EVPN, IPv6<br>Power: Dual redundant AC power supplies<br>Cooling: 3 fans with back-to-front airflow<br>Management: REST APIs, Python scripting, CLI, SNMP<br>Analytics: Embedded Network Analytics Engine (NAE)<br>Mounting: 2-post rack kit included, 4-post kit sold separately<br>Security: 802.1X, MAC authentication, ACLs, RADIUS, TACACS+