JL624-61001 - HPE CX 8325 Switch Series Switch

Name: JL624-61001 - HPE CX 8325 Switch Series Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: JL624-61001
Price: 7048 USD
Availability: InStock

JL624-61001 - HPE CX 8325 Switch Series Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8325 Switch Series, identified by SKU JL624-61001, is a high-performance, 1RU data center switch designed for modern enterprise and cloud environments. It features industry-leading line-rate ports including 1/10/25GbE via SFP/SFP+/SFP28 and 40/100GbE via QSFP+/QSFP28, enabling non-blocking throughput for spine and leaf topologies. Powered by Aruba CX OS, it offers advanced programmability, REST APIs, and EVPN VXLAN support for automated network orchestration. Ideal for high-density 25/100GbE deployments, it provides low-latency forwarding, high switching capacity exceeding 6Tbps, and robust security features like MACsec encryption. Benefits include simplified management via Aruba NetEdit, seamless integration with HPE GreenLake, and future-proof scalability for AI/ML workloads, hyperscale clouds, and edge computing. This switch excels in reducing operational complexity while maximizing bandwidth efficiency in mission-critical data centers.

Line-rate 1/10/25GbE SFP28 ports for server access.
40/100GbE QSFP28 uplinks enable spine aggregation.
Aruba CX OS provides REST API programmability.
Supports EVPN VXLAN for overlay fabrics.
MACsec encryption secures high-speed links.
Over 6Tbps switching capacity, non-blocking.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	JL624-61001
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
Model	CX 8325 Switch Series
Management	REST API, NetEdit, gNMI
Product Line	Aruba CX 8325
Product Type	Networking Switch
Overlay Support	EVPN VXLAN, VSX
Operating System	Aruba CX OS

Network & Communication

Forwarding Rate

Compatible systems

Optimized for HPE ProLiant/Synergy servers; broad transceiver/cable support.

HPE ProLiant
Model: DL380 Gen10/11
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: Gen10/11
Connects via 25GbE SFP28 for server access.
HPE Synergy
Model: Any
Form factor: Composable
100GbE uplinks for frame aggregation.

Best for

Data Center Spine
High-bandwidth aggregation layer connecting leaf switches with 100GbE QSFP28 uplinks for east-west traffic.
Leaf Top-of-Rack
Dense 25GbE server connectivity with low-latency forwarding for virtualization and containerized workloads.
Cloud Networking
EVPN VXLAN overlay support for multi-tenant cloud fabrics with automated provisioning via Aruba CX OS.
HPC Clusters
Ultra-low latency 100GbE for high-performance computing interconnects in research and simulation environments.
AI/ML Training
Scalable RoCEv2 capable fabric for GPU clusters requiring massive parallel data movement.

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Switching Capacity	Over 6Tbps full duplex

Security	MACsec 256, ACLs, 802.1X

Power Supplies	Hot-plug redundant

Form Factor	1RU Rackmount

Airflow	Front-to-back

Uplink Ports	40/100GbE QSFP+/QSFP28
Downlink Ports	1/10/25GbE SFP/SFP+/SFP28

Frequently asked questions

What port speeds does HPE JL624-61001 CX 8325 support?

The HPE Aruba CX 8325 JL624-61001 features industry-leading line-rate 1/10/25GbE ports using SFP/SFP+/SFP28 transceivers and 40/100GbE QSFP+/QSFP28 uplinks. This configuration delivers wire-speed performance across all ports, supporting breakout cables for flexible 25G/100G densities in data center environments.

Is the CX 8325 suitable for spine/leaf architectures?

Yes, the CX 8325 excels in spine/leaf deployments with high-density 100GbE QSFP28 ports providing over 6Tbps non-blocking switching capacity. Aruba CX OS enables EVPN VXLAN for scalable L2/L3 overlays, ideal for Clos fabrics in hyperscale clouds and enterprise data centers requiring low-latency east-west traffic.

What management features does Aruba CX OS offer?

Aruba CX OS on JL624-61001 includes REST APIs, gRPC, and NetEdit integration for automated provisioning. It supports zero-touch provisioning (ZTP), programmable pipelines via SONiC compatibility, and real-time telemetry via gNMI, reducing operational overhead in large-scale deployments.

Does it support RoCE for storage fabrics?

The CX 8325 supports RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCEv2) with PFC and ECN for lossless fabrics. Combined with 100GbE ports, it enables high-throughput NVMe-oF and GPU direct storage in AI/HPC clusters, minimizing latency for data-intensive workloads.

What security features are included?

Hardware-based MACsec 256 encryption secures all ports at line rate. Additional features include dynamic ARP inspection, 802.1X authentication, ACLs, and threat mitigation via Aruba CX's security toolkit, protecting sensitive data in transit within data center environments.

How does it integrate with HPE GreenLake?

CX 8325 JL624-61001 integrates seamlessly with HPE GreenLake for as-a-service networking. Central management via GreenLake provides metering, analytics, and pay-per-use models, enabling on-premises cloud operations with Aruba NetEdit orchestration across hybrid environments.

HPE CX 8325 Switch Series Switch

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