HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch
Brand: HPE | Category: Network Switches
SKU: HPE-ARUBA-CX8100 | Part #: R8N90A | MPN: R8N90A
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About the HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch from HPE is enterprise-grade Network Switches hardware built for data centers. It features Data Center Switch form factor, 100GbE interface, 100GbE speed. The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch is a purpose-built leaf switch designed for modern enterprise data center fabrics, delivering high-density 25GbE server connectivity combined with 100GbE uplink capacity. Built on HPE Aruba's cloud-native AOS-CX operating system, the CX 8100 supports a programmable, automation-first architecture with a full suite of open APIs, enabling network-as-code workflows through Ansible, Python, and REST integrations. The switch is engineered to Available in brand new condition. HPE network switches products are trusted by enterprises and data centers worldwide. Available from Omnixon Global. Contact our sales team to request a quote.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | HPE-ARUBA-CX8100 |
| Part Number | R8N90A |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | Data Center Switch |
| Interface | 100GbE |
| Speed | 100GbE |
| Product Line | CX 8100 Series |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R8N90A |
| Form Factor | 1U rack-mountable |
| Downlink Ports | 48 x 25GbE SFP28 |
| Uplink Ports | 8 x 100GbE QSFP28 |
| Management Ports | 1 x 10/100/1000BASE-T out-of-band management, 1 x USB-C console |
| Switching Capacity | 3.2 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 2.38 Bpps |
| Operating System | AOS-CX |
| Layer 3 Routing Protocols | BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, static routing |
| Overlay Networking | EVPN-VXLAN |
| High Availability | Dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies, redundant hot-swappable fans |
| In-Service Software Upgrade | Supported (ISSU) |
| Network Analytics | Network Analytics Engine (NAE) with streaming telemetry |
| Automation Support | REST API, Ansible, Python, OpenConfig, gNMI |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant AC power supplies (hot-swappable) |
| Cooling | Front-to-rear and rear-to-front airflow options |
| Standards Compliance | IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1ad, 802.3ad (LACP), 802.1X, 802.1p, RFC-compliant IPv4/IPv6 routing |
Frequently Asked Questions about HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch
What does the HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch do?
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
What are the headline specs of the HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch?
Key specifications for the HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch: form factor Data Center Switch; new condition; ports 48x 25GbE SFP28 + 8x 100GbE QSFP28; fabric EVPN-VXLAN; os AOS-CX (programmable); automation REST API, Ansible; management Aruba Fabric Composer. Manufacturer part number R8N90A. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Switch interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.