What is the port configuration and switching capacity of JL479A#ABA?

The HPE Aruba CX 8320 JL479A#ABA features 48x 10G SFP/SFP+ ports for server access and 6x 40G QSFP+ uplinks, delivering up to 2.5 Tbps non-blocking switching capacity. This supports wire-speed forwarding for intensive data center ToR and campus core deployments.

What software runs on the Aruba CX 8320 JL479A switch?

ArubaOS-CX powers the switch with modern features like Network Analytics Engine (NAE) for real-time issue resolution, built-in time-series database for trend analysis, and zero-service disruption during control-plane events. vPC technology bundles links across switches for doubled bandwidth.

Is the JL479A#ABA suitable for data center top-of-rack use?

Yes, designed as ToR switch with 10GbE to servers and 40GbE to spine. 2.5Tbps capacity, 1U rack-mountable form, and dual 400W PSUs handle high-density east-west traffic in cloud and HPC environments.

What power and cooling does the JL479A#ABA bundle include?

Bundle includes 2x Aruba X371 400W AC power supplies and 5 fans (X472 module) for redundancy and efficient cooling in medium-range network applications. Supports flexible mounting in space-limited racks.

Does JL479A#ABA support TAA compliance and management features?

TAA compliant for government use. Fully managed L3 switch with ArubaOS-CX simplifying tasks, NAE for proactive monitoring, and lifetime limited warranty. Ideal for resolving issues before business impact.

JL479A#ABA - HPE CX 8320 48p 10G SFP/SFP+ 6p 40G QSFP+ X472 Switch

Name: JL479A#ABA - HPE CX 8320 48p 10G SFP/SFP+ 6p 40G QSFP+ X472 Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: JL479A#ABA
Price: 8265 USD
Availability: InStock

JL479A#ABA - HPE CX 8320 48p 10G SFP/SFP+ 6p 40G QSFP+ X472 Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8320 Switch Series, SKU JL479A#ABA, is a high-performance campus core and aggregation switch designed for mobile, cloud, and IoT environments. It features 48x 10G SFP/SFP+ ports for server connectivity and 6x 40G QSFP+ uplinks for spine links, with up to 2.5 Tbps switching capacity in a 1U rack-mountable form factor. Powered by ArubaOS-CX, it offers zero-touch provisioning, Network Analytics Engine (NAE) for proactive issue resolution, and vPC for link aggregation across switches. TAA compliant bundle includes X472 management module, 5 fans, and 2x Aruba X371 400W AC power supplies. Ideal for data center top-of-rack (ToR) deployments requiring 10GbE to servers and 40GbE aggregation, enterprise campus cores handling high-bandwidth applications, and edge aggregation with built-in time-series database for historical trend analysis and performance optimization.

2.5 Tbps switching capacity supports high-bandwidth applications.
48x 10G SFP/SFP+ ports enable dense server connectivity.
6x 40G QSFP+ uplinks for spine aggregation in data centers.
ArubaOS-CX provides zero-touch provisioning and NAE analytics.
Dual 400W AC power supplies ensure high availability.
TAA compliant, rack-mountable 1U design fits any deployment.

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Refunds within 14 days and replacements within 30 days of delivery with an RMA (25% restocking fee on customer-initiated returns), and every part carries our Standard 30-Day Warranty - see our return policy or contact US IT Hardware.

Featuring

Manufacturer part #	JL479A#ABA
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
OS	ArubaOS-CX
SKU	JL479A#ABA
Layer	L3 Managed
Model	CX 8320 48p 10G SFP/SFP+ 6p 40G QSFP+ X472
Category	Networking
Compliance	TAA Compliant
Product Line	CX 8320 Switch Series
Product Type	Networking Switch

Compatible systems

Optimized for Aruba CX ecosystem; supports standard SFP+/QSFP+ transceivers with specific config notes for 10GBASE-T.

HPE Aruba CX Series
Model: 8320
Form factor: 1U Rack
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Campus Core
High-bandwidth aggregation for enterprise campus networks supporting mobile and cloud traffic with 2.5Tbps capacity.
Data Center ToR
10GbE server connectivity and 40GbE spine uplinks in rack deployments for low-latency east-west traffic.
Aggregation Layer
vPC-enabled link bundling doubles bandwidth between switches for intensive IoT and cloud workloads.
Cloud Networking
ArubaOS-CX with NAE enables proactive analytics and zero-disruption software updates.
Enterprise Edge
Rack-mountable design with flexible power for space-constrained environments handling future bandwidth demands.

Fans	5 Fans (X472 module)
Form Factor	1U Rack-Mountable

HPE CX 8320 48p 10G SFP/SFP+ 6p 40G QSFP+ X472 Switch

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