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Aruba R9W86A CX 8100 24XF4C Ethernet Switch - 24 x 10Gb + 4 x 100Gb SFP+/QSFP28 - Layer 3 Managed - Rack-Mountable
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This switch operates as a true Layer 3 device, supporting IP routing protocols for scalable network design. It incorporates a comprehensive suite of networking standards, including IEEE 802.1Q for VLANs, IEEE 802.3ad for link aggregation, and IEEE 802.1w for rapid spanning tree, ensuring robust and interoperable network operation.
The media support is exclusively optical fiber across its 10GBase-X, 40GBase-X, and 100GBase-X interfaces, making it ideal for long-distance, high-speed backbone links. The expansion slots accept SFP, SFP+, QSFP+, and QSFP28 transceivers, allowing network architects to choose the optimal optics for distance, cost, and compatibility requirements.
Relevant factors for this section include Uplink Port, Modular, Port/Expansion Slot Details, Media Type Supported. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
The Aruba CX 8100 24XF4C combines high port density with future-proof uplink capacity, allowing networks to scale without frequent hardware upgrades. Its dual power supply support and comprehensive manageability provide the reliability and control needed for mission-critical infrastructure.
High-Density 10Gb Access
With 24 dedicated 10Gb slots, this switch can directly connect a large number of servers, storage arrays, or access switches, reducing aggregation complexity and improving performance.
- 24 x 10Gb expansion slots
- Ideal for server or storage connectivity
- Reduces aggregation layer hops
100Gb Uplink Readiness
The four 100Gb uplink slots provide ample bandwidth for spine interconnects or high-speed core links, ensuring the switch won't become a bottleneck as network traffic grows.
- 4 x 100Gb expansion slots
- Supports 40Gb via QSFP+
- Future-proof backbone connectivity
Enterprise Management & Control
Full manageability allows for granular configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting. Layer 3 capabilities enable routing between VLANs and subnets directly on the switch, simplifying network design.
- Full CLI and web management
- Layer 3 routing for scalable design
- Comprehensive IEEE standards support
Deployment / Use Cases
This switch is engineered for environments that require high bandwidth, low latency, and reliable switching. Its fiber-centric design and high uplink capacity make it particularly suited for modern data center and campus network architectures.
In a leaf-spine data center topology, the CX 8100 24XF4C can serve as a leaf switch, connecting racks of servers via 10Gb links and using its 100Gb ports to connect to the spine layer. For campus networks, it can act as an aggregation switch, collecting traffic from multiple access switches and routing it to the core with high-speed 40Gb or 100Gb uplinks.
Data Center Server Connectivity
Deploy as a top-of-rack (ToR) or end-of-row (EoR) switch to connect high-performance servers and storage over 10Gb fiber, with 100Gb uplinks to the data center spine.
Campus Network Aggregation
Use as a distribution layer switch to aggregate traffic from multiple access switches, performing Layer 3 routing and connecting to the core via high-speed 40Gb or 100Gb links.
Physical Profile
The switch features a compact 1U rack-mountable form factor with dimensions of 1.73" (44 mm) height, 17.42" (442.50 mm) width, and 16" (406.40 mm) depth. It weighs approximately 17.99 lb (8160 g). Its design supports standard 19-inch rack mounting, and it can also be surface or cabinet mounted for flexible installation in data centers, wiring closets, or equipment rooms.
- Width
- 17.42" (442.50 mm)
- Depth
- 16" (406.40 mm)
- Height
- 1.73" (44 mm)
- Weight
- 17.99 lb (8160 g)
Highlights
- 24 x 10 Gigabit expansion slots for high-density server or access connectivity.
- 4 x 100 Gigabit expansion slots for high-bandwidth uplinks to network cores or spines.
- Layer 3 routing capability for scalable network design and inter-VLAN routing.
- Fully manageable with comprehensive CLI and web-based management interfaces.
- Supports optical fiber media via SFP+, QSFP28, SFP, and QSFP+ transceivers.
- Dual power supply support for enhanced reliability and redundancy.
- Compact 1U rack-mountable form factor for efficient use of rack space.
- Comprehensive IEEE networking standards support for robust interoperability.
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hewlett Packard Enterprise |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R9W86A |
| Brand Name | HPE |
| Product Series | CX 8100 |
| Product Model | 24XF4C |
| Product Name | CX 8100 24XF4C Ethernet Switch |
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Uplink Port | Yes |
| Modular | Yes |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 x 10 Gigabit Expansion Slot,4 x 100 Gigabit Expansion Slot |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet,100 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 10GBase-X,100GBase-X,40GBase-X,1000Base-X |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 28 |
| Expansion Slot Type | SFP+,QSFP28,SFP,QSFP+ |
| Network & Communication | |
| Layer Supported | 3 |
| Networking Standards | IEEE 802.3ad,IEEE 802.1ab,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1D,IEEE 802.1w,IEEE 802.1s,IEEE 802.1ak,IEEE 802.1AX,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.1t,IEEE 802.1v,IEEE 802.3ab,IEEE 802.3ae,IEEE 802.3an,IEEE 802.3by,IEEE 802.3bz,IEEE 802.3cc,IEEE 802.3ba,IEEE 802.3cd,IEEE 802.3bj,IEEE 802.3x,IEEE 802.3z |
| Management & Protocols | |
| Manageable | Yes |
| Power Description | |
| PoE (RJ-45) Port | Yes |
| Input Voltage | 120 V AC,230 V AC |
| Power Source | AC,Power Supply |
| Number of Power Supplies Supported | 2 |
| Power Consumption | 375 W |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Surface Mount,Cabinet Mount,Rack-mountable |
| Height | 1.73" (44 mm) |
| Width | 17.42" (442.50 mm) |
| Depth | 16" (406.40 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 17.99 lb (8160 g) |
User Manual
FAQ
What are the port configurations on this Aruba switch?
The Aruba CX 8100 24XF4C provides 28 total expansion slots. This includes 24 slots dedicated to 10 Gigabit connections and 4 slots for 100 Gigabit uplinks. All ports support optical fiber media through SFP, SFP+, QSFP+, or QSFP28 transceivers, allowing flexible deployment for 1Gb, 10Gb, 40Gb, and 100Gb fiber links.
Does this switch support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
Yes, the switch includes PoE (RJ-45) port capability. This allows it to deliver power to connected devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, or security cameras over the Ethernet cable, simplifying installation and reducing the need for separate power supplies at remote endpoints.
What is the significance of Layer 3 support on this switch?
Layer 3 support means the switch can perform IP routing between different subnets and VLANs. This enables more scalable network designs by reducing reliance on external routers, improving performance for inter-VLAN traffic, and supporting dynamic routing protocols for larger, more complex network environments.
What types of uplink connections are available?
The switch offers modular uplink capability through its four 100 Gigabit expansion slots. These slots support QSFP28 optics for 100Gb connections and are backward compatible with QSFP+ optics for 40Gb links. This provides high-speed connectivity to network cores, spines, or other aggregation switches.
How is this switch powered and what are its power requirements?
The switch supports two power supplies for redundancy, operates on 120 V AC or 230 V AC input, and has a typical power consumption of 375 watts. The dual power supply design enhances reliability by allowing one supply to fail without interrupting switch operation, which is critical for always-on network infrastructure.
Is this switch rack-mountable and what are its physical dimensions?
Yes, it is designed for rack mounting with a standard 1U height of 1.73 inches (44 mm). Its width is 17.42 inches (442.50 mm) and depth is 16 inches (406.40 mm), fitting typical 19-inch racks. It can also be surface or cabinet mounted, offering installation flexibility for data centers or equipment rooms.
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