What is the switching capacity and port configuration of JL581A#ABA?

The HPE Aruba 8320 JL581A#ABA delivers 2.5Tbps full-duplex switching capacity and 1,905Mpps forwarding rate. It includes 48x multigigabit 1/10GBASE-T RJ-45 ports for flexible 1G/10G access and 6x 40GbE QSFP+ uplinks supporting optional 4x10G breakout cables, enabling non-blocking wire-speed performance in dense 10G environments.

What software features does ArubaOS-CX provide on this switch?

ArubaOS-CX features a modular micro-services architecture for in-service restarts, REST APIs and Python scripting for programmability, and Network Analytics Engine with time-series database for monitoring, troubleshooting, anomaly detection, and capacity planning. It supports gNMI streaming telemetry and NetEdit for automated configuration.

Is the JL581A suitable for high-availability deployments?

Yes, it supports Virtual Switching Extension (VSX) for multi-chassis LAG, redundant hot-swappable power supplies (2x included, 400W each), and 5x fans for N+1 redundancy. MTBF exceeds 314,000 hours with field-replaceable components, ensuring uptime in core/aggregation roles.

What Layer 2/3 protocols are supported?

Layer 2 includes 4,040 VLANs, RPVST+, LACP (54 groups), IGMP, ERPS, UDLD, BPDU tunneling. Layer 3 supports BGP, OSPF, VRF, IPv6, static routing, with IEEE 802.3z/ae/ba standards. Jumbo frames up to 9KB enable high-performance backups.

What power and environmental specs apply?

Dual AC PSUs support 100-127/200-240V at 50-60Hz, max consumption 348W, current 6A low/3A high voltage. 1U form factor: 1.71x18.6x17.4 inches, 20.9 lbs. Operating frequency 50-65Hz with hot-swappable fans for thermal management.

Does it support third-party transceivers?

Unsupported Transceiver Mode (UTM) allows 1G/10G transceivers and cables without warranty. Native support for SFP/SFP+/QSFP+ with 1GBASE-T/10GBASE-T transceivers on access ports.

JL581A#ABA - HPE 8320 48p 1G/10GBASE-T 6p 40G QSFP+ Switch

Name: JL581A#ABA - HPE 8320 48p 1G/10GBASE-T 6p 40G QSFP+ Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: JL581A#ABA
Price: 6585 USD
Availability: InStock

JL581A#ABA - HPE 8320 48p 1G/10GBASE-T 6p 40G QSFP+ Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8320 JL581A#ABA is a high-performance Layer 3 switch designed for enterprise campus core and aggregation roles. It features 48 ports of 1/10GBASE-T supporting 1G/10G speeds and 6 ports of 40GbE QSFP+ with optional 4x10G breakout, delivering 2.5Tbps switching capacity and 1,905Mpps forwarding in a compact 1U rack-mountable chassis. Powered by ArubaOS-CX, it offers modular micro-services architecture for process restartability, built-in REST APIs, Python scripting, and Aruba Network Analytics Engine for intelligent monitoring, trend analysis, and anomaly detection using time-series data. High availability is ensured via Virtual Switching Extension (VSX), redundant hot-swappable power supplies (2 included), and up to 5 fans (included). Advanced L2/L3 features include BGP, OSPF, VRF, IPv6, RPVST+, LACP (up to 54 groups), jumbo frames (9KB), and sFlow. Ideal for mobile, cloud, and IoT environments requiring wire-speed performance, automation, and zero-disruption upgrades.

2.5Tbps switching capacity with 1,905Mpps forwarding.
48x 1/10GBASE-T ports plus 6x 40GbE QSFP+ uplinks.
ArubaOS-CX with REST APIs, Python, and analytics engine.
VSX for high availability and zero-disruption upgrades.
Advanced L3 routing: BGP, OSPF, VRF, IPv6 support.
1U rack-mountable with redundant PSUs and 5 fans.

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Featuring

Layer Support
Manufacturer part #	JL581A#ABA
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
OS	ArubaOS-CX
LAGs	54 groups, 16 members each
Model	8320 48p 1G/10GBASE-T 6p 40G QSFP+
VLANs	Up to 4,040
Standards	IEEE 802.3z/ae/ba, 802.1ab/ad/ae/ak/AX/D/p
Jumbo Frames	9,000 bytes
Product Line	CX 8320 Series
Product Type	Layer 3 Ethernet Switch

Compatible systems

Optimized for Aruba CX ecosystem; broad transceiver compatibility via UTM.

HPE Aruba CX Series
Model: 8320/8325/8400
Form factor: 1U/Modular
Generation: Current
VSX clustering with 8320 peers

Best for

Campus Core
High-density 10G access aggregation with 40G uplinks for university or corporate campus backbone.
Data Center Aggregation
Top-of-rack to spine connectivity with wire-speed 10G/40G for east-west traffic in cloud environments.
Enterprise Aggregation
Scalable L3 routing with BGP/OSPF/VRF for multi-tenant branch consolidation.
Cloud Networking
Programmable core with REST APIs/Python for SDN automation in private cloud deployments.
HPC Clustering
Low-latency 2.5Tbps non-blocking fabric for high-performance computing clusters.
IoT Edge
Secure aggregation with analytics engine for monitoring IoT device traffic patterns.

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Forwarding Rate	1,905 Mpps
Switching Capacity	2.5 Tbps full-duplex

AC Input	100-127/200-240V, 50-60Hz
Power Supplies	2 x hot-swappable AC, 400W each
Power Consumption	Max 348W

Fans	5 x hot-swappable
Weight	20.9 lbs
Dimensions	1.71 x 18.6 x 17.4 in (HxWxD)
Form Factor	1U rack-mountable

HPE 8320 48p 1G/10GBASE-T 6p 40G QSFP+ Switch

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