Type | Enterprise Layer 3 Switch |
Form Factor | 1U |
Weight | 20.7 lbs. |
Power Requirements | 100-127 and 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
Maximum Power Consumption | 357 Watt |
Installed RAM | 16 GB |
Flash Memory | 8 GB |
Internal Storage | 64 GB SSD |
Rack Mountable | Yes |
HP Aruba CX 8320 Switch, 48xSFP+ 6xQSFP+, 16GB RAM, JL479A#B2E



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- - Designed for data-intensive environments with 54 high-speed ports supporting up to 40 Gbps throughput
- - Long-term value ensured with TAA compliance, 5-year warranty, and enterprise-grade hardware specs
- - Enhanced reliability and on-device performance with 16 GB RAM, 64 GB SSD, and advanced Layer 3 routing
Product Overview
The HP Aruba CX 8320 Switch, model JL479A#B2E, is a powerful enterprise-grade Layer 3 switch optimized for flexible data center and campus core deployments. It features a compact 1U form factor offering 48 ports of 10GbE/1GbE SFP+/SFP alongside 6 high-speed 40GbE QSFP+ ports, delivering robust routing and switching for demanding network environments. The switch supports speeds up to 40 Gbps with 16GB of installed RAM and 8GB of flash memory for fast, reliable performance. A 64GB SSD further enhances local storage. Operating on dual voltage inputs and consuming 357W maximum, it fits easily into standard 1U racks.
Built for manageability and uptime, the Aruba CX 8320 includes a 5-year warranty and is TAA-compliant, making it suitable for regulated markets. Whether deployed for high-throughput server aggregation or simplifying campus connectivity, this switch offers a high-investment return through performance, automation, and resilience.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Aruba Network Analytics Engine (NAE) |
Cloud Management | Aruba Central (optional) |
Licensing Model | Perpetual and subscription-based licensing |
Included Licensing | Limited Lifetime with 5-year warranty |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.4 Inch |
Height | 1.7 Inch |
Depth | 19.9 Inch |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 131°F (0°C to 55°C) |
Storage Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Acoustic Noise Level | Less than 58 dB |
Cooling Method | Front-to-back airflow (field-reversible) |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 54 |
10GbE/1GbE SFP+/SFP Ports | 48 |
40GbE QSFP+ Ports | 6 |
Data Transfer Rate | 40 Gbps |
Data Link Protocol | 40 Gigabit Ethernet |
Port Type | SFP+, QSFP+ |
Routing Protocol | Layer 3 Advanced |
Advanced Security Features
Security Protocols Supported | 802.1X, Dynamic Segmentation, MACsec (128-bit) |
Policy Enforcement Firewall | Yes (Dynamic Segmentation via ClearPass) |
Access Control Features | Role-based access control (RBAC) |
DHCP Protection | Yes |
ARP Protection | Yes |
Control Plane Policing | Yes |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | UL, cUL, CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, BSMI, CCC, C-Tick |
Warranty | 5-year Limited Warranty |