Manufacturer | HP |
Product Name | HP Aruba 8360-12C V2 Switch |
Model | Aruba CX 8360 v2 Switch Series |
Manufacturer Part Number | JL721C |
Type | Managed Ethernet Switch |
Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
Rack Units | 1U |
Weight | 23.65 lbs. |
Power Consumption (Typical) | 110 Watt |
Max Power Consumption | 110 Watt |
CPU | 1.8 GHz Quad-Core |
System Memory (RAM) | 16 GB |
Flash Memory | 32 GB |
Packet Buffer Size | 32 MB |
HP Aruba 8360-12C V2 Switch, 12-Port 100GbE, JL721C



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- Ideal for high-bandwidth core networks with support for 100GbE/40GbE across 12 QSFP+ ports
- Flexible deployment thanks to support for optional breakout cables and transceivers
- Limited lifetime warranty enhances long-term value and investment confidence
Product Overview
The HP Aruba 8360-12C v2 Switch (JL721C) delivers enterprise-grade performance with 12 high-speed ports supporting 40GbE/100GbE using QSFP+/QSFP28 interfaces. It is powered by a 1.8 GHz 4-core CPU, equipped with 16 GB RAM and 32 GB of flash storage, and optimized by a 32MB packet buffer for high-throughput stability. Advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities and support for optional breakout cabling make it adaptable to evolving network designs. The device maintains operational efficiency at just 110 watts, and a limited lifetime warranty ensures long-term investment protection. Its compact rack-mount form factor and TAA compliance further position it as an ideal switch for both commercial and government network infrastructure.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Capability |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Singapore |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL, IEC/EN/CSA 60950, FCC Class A, EN 55032 Class A, RoHS |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
Advanced Security Features
MACsec Encryption | Supported on select ports |
Access Control Lists (ACLs) | IPv4 and IPv6 ACLs supported |
DHCP Snooping | Yes |
ARP Protection | Yes |
Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI) | Yes |
IP Source Guard | Yes |
Port Security | Yes |
Secure Management Access | SSH, HTTPS, SNMPv3 |
Interfaces
Total Ethernet Ports | 12 |
Port Type | QSFP+/QSFP28 |
Port Speed | 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet |
Breakout Cable Support | 4x10G/25G breakout supported |
Console Ports | 1 x RJ-45 serial, 1 x USB-C |
Out-of-Band Management Port | 1 x RJ-45 Ethernet |
USB Port | 1 x USB Type-A |
Data Link Protocol | 100 Gigabit Ethernet |
Routing Protocol | Layer 3 Advanced |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 1.73 in (4.4 cm) |
Depth | 17.4 in (44.2 cm) |
Height | 22.0 in (55.9 cm) |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Acoustic Noise | 65 dB max (at 25°C ambient) |
Cooling | Front-to-back airflow |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Aruba Network Analytics Engine, Command Line Interface (CLI), Web UI, REST APIs |
Included Cloud Features | Aruba Central compatible (license required) |
Licensing Model | Subscription-based for advanced features |