Product Type | Layer 3 Modular Switch |
Switch Series | Aruba CX 8360 |
Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
Total Memory | 16 GB (expandable to 32 GB) |
Switching Capacity | 960 Gbps |
Forwarding Rate | 720 Mpps |
Power Supply Type | Redundant Hot-swappable Power Supplies |
Number of Power Supplies Included | 2 |
Power Consumption (Maximum) | 245 W |
Redundant Fans | Yes |
Weight | 7.73 kg (17.04 lb) |
HP Aruba 8360-12C Prt2Pwr3F2PS 40Gbps Switch, 12-Port



Key Benefits

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- Delivers 40Gbps of throughput to support high-performance enterprise and data center networks.
- Compliant with TAA regulations, making it suitable for public sector and government deployments.
- Supports scalable memory (16GB to 32GB) for handling demanding network workloads and data-intensive applications.
Product Overview
The HP Aruba 8360-12C Prt2Pwr3F2PS is a wired, enterprise-grade Layer 3 network switch engineered for high-speed connectivity in campus cores, data centers, and aggregation environments. Featuring 12 ports of 40 Gigabit Ethernet, it enables fast and efficient data transmission to support bandwidth-intensive operations and high-density networking architectures. Its design supports robust switching capacity at 40Gbps, making it ideal for organizations looking to scale performance while maintaining network integrity.
With 16GB of memory and expandable support up to 32GB, the Aruba 8360 ensures swift access to routing tables, control planes, and real-time packet processing. The unit is TAA-compliant, offering procurement flexibility for federal and government entities. Additionally, it’s designed and built in Singapore, aligning with secure sourcing requirements for trusted networking infrastructure. This switch is optimal for organizations needing advanced, scalable switching infrastructure backed by reliable hardware and firmware support.
Use cases range from large enterprise backbones, secure network segmentation, and high-speed interconnects between virtualization clusters to dense cloud access points. Its versatile feature set and structured design offer an ideal balance of performance, scalability, and compliance.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 43.94 x 45.72 x 4.39 cm (17.3 x 18.0 x 1.73 in) |
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 |
Sound Pressure (Acoustic Power) | 61.9 dB(A) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Aruba Network Analytics Engine (NAE) |
Cloud Management Platform | Aruba Central (optional license) |
Configuration Interface | REST API, CLI, Web UI |
Licensing Model | Switch/software NOS purchase; cloud features require a subscription |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 12 |
Port Type | QSFP+ (40GbE) |
Uplink Ports | 12 x 40GbE QSFP+ |
Data Transfer Rate per Port | 40 Gbps |
Aggregate Throughput | 480 Gbps (Full Duplex) |
Expansion Slots | 2 x Power Supply, Modular Fans |
Layer Support | Layer 2, Layer 3 |
Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) | Supported |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Singapore |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CE, VCCI, FCC Class A, ICES, BSMI, NOM, EAC, UKCA |
Safety Compliance | IEC 60950-1; IEC 62368-1 |
Environmental Standards | RoHS, WEEE |
Advanced Security Features
Access Control | 802.1X, MAC Authentication, Web Authentication |
Network Access Control | Aruba Dynamic Segmentation |
Traffic Filtering | Port Access Control Lists (ACLs) |
Secure Management | SSH, HTTPS, SNMPv3 |
MACsec Encryption | Supported on select modules |
Policy Enforcement Firewall | Yes (requires Aruba Dynamic Segmentation) |