Product Type | Layer 3 Managed Switch |
Model | Aruba CX 8325-32C |
Series | Aruba CX 8325 |
Manufacturer Part Number | JL636A |
Form Factor | 1U Rack-Mountable |
Weight | 15.3 lbs |
Power Consumption | 550 W |
Power Requirements | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
Processor Type | ARM 2.2 GHz Quad-core |
Installed RAM | 16 GB |
Flash Memory | 8 GB |
Internal Storage | 64 GB SSD |
Packet Buffer Size | 32 MB |
HP Aruba CX 8325-32C 32-Port 100G QSFP28 Switch


Key Benefits

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- • Enables ultra-high-speed connectivity with 32 x 100G QSFP28 ports, ideal for core and data center networks.
- • Advanced Layer 3 routing and SNMP support streamline enterprise-grade network management and scalability.
- • Built to handle demanding workloads with 16GB RAM, SSD-based system storage, and dedicated packet buffering.
Product Overview
The HP Aruba CX 8325-32C Switch is a high-density, 100GbE Layer 3 advanced switch tailored for data centers and enterprise core networks requiring superior throughput, scalability, and redundancy. Built with 32 QSFP28 high-speed ports, it delivers aggregate speeds of up to 3.2 Tbps, providing the ideal backbone for bandwidth-intensive applications and virtualized environments. With support for advanced Layer 3 routing protocols and SNMP-based management, administrators gain improved control and visibility into traffic flows.
Internally, the switch features a 2.2GHz CPU, 16GB RAM, 64GB SSD, and 8GB flash memory, enabling efficient local processing and fast software responsiveness. A 32MB packet buffer ensures minimal latency during peak transmission. Designed with redundant 100–240VAC input and up to 550W power consumption, the unit achieves performance and energy efficiency. Its QSFP+ and SFP28 support enables deployment flexibility required in scalable infrastructures.
With compact dimensions and a 15.3 lb weight, combined with TAA compliance and Taiwan origin, it’s primed for integration into government or regulated environments where trust in manufacturing and supply chain compliance is critical.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Capability |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, EN, FCC Class A |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
EMC Standards | EN 55032 Class A, EN 55024, CISPR 32/24 |
Advanced Security Features
Access Control | IEEE 802.1X, MAC authentication, Web-based authentication |
Security Features | RADIUS, TACACS+, SSH, SSL, Port Security, DHCP Snooping |
ARP Protection | Dynamic ARP Protection |
Storm Control | Broadcast, Multicast, and Unknown Unicast |
Routing Protocol Support | OSPF, BGP, RIP, VRF, PIM, ECMP |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 32 |
Port Type | 100G QSFP28 |
Data Transfer Rate per Port | 100 Gbps |
Aggregate Switching Capacity | 3.2 Tbps |
Forwarding Rate | 1.6 Bpps |
Supported Transceiver Types | QSFP+, QSFP28, SFP28 |
Management Ports | 1x RJ-45 Ethernet; 1x Micro USB (console); 1x USB Type-A |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.42 in |
Depth | 21.42 in |
Height | 1.65 in |
Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
Storage Temperature Range | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity Range | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Acoustic Noise | 65 dB (typical) |
Cooling Method | Front-to-back or back-to-front airflow (field selectable) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Aruba AOS-CX (CLI, Web UI, REST API) |
Remote Management Protocol | SNMP v1/v2/v3, SSH, HTTPS |
Cloud-Based Management Platform | Aruba Central (optional license) |
Included Software | Aruba AOS-CX Operating System |