Product Type | Layer 3 Managed Ethernet Switch |
Switch Series | Aruba CX 8100 Series |
Model Number | R9W92A#B2B |
Processor | Quad-core ARM Cortex A72 1.8 GHz |
Form Factor | 1U rack-mountable |
Power Consumption (Max) | 500W |
Power Consumption (Idle) | 120W |
Power Supply | Dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies (included) |
Cooling | Redundant hot-swappable fans |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
HPE Aruba CX 8100 40XT8XF4C Switch Bundle R9W92A#B2B



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- Designed for enterprise and data center environments requiring scalable high-speed Ethernet, with up to 100 GbE uplinks.
- Energy-efficient with only 120W idle power and support for flexible voltage inputs, enabling reduced operational costs.
- Backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty and TAA compliance, ensuring long-term reliability and public sector readiness.
Product Overview
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100 Series Switch (R9W92A#B2B) features a quad-core ARM Cortex A72 1.8 GHz processor for enterprise-grade performance. It includes 40 multi-speed access ports (100M/1/2.5/5/10 GbE) along with 8 SFP/SFP+ and 4 QSFP+/QSFP28 uplinks to enable flexible scaling and uplink options. With a maximum power draw of 500W and idle power of just 120W, the unit offers an efficient, power-conscious switching solution. Compliance with TAA regulations, regional jumper cables for easy deployment in NA/JP/TW, and a Limited Lifetime Warranty further enhance its value as a data center or enterprise core asset.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Support | No (Wired Switch) |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Singapore |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, ICES, RoHS, WEEE |
Emission Standards | EN 55032 Class A, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3 |
Advanced Security Features
Access Control | 802.1X, MAC authentication, Web-based authentication |
DHCP Snooping | Yes |
Dynamic ARP Protection | Yes |
IP Source Guard | Yes |
Control Plane Policing (CoPP) | Yes |
Traffic Filtering | Ingress & Egress ACLs |
Secure Shell (SSH) | Yes |
Secure Web Management (HTTPS) | Yes |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 52 |
10GBASE-T Ports (1/2.5/5/10G) | 40 |
SFP/SFP+ Ports | 8 |
QSFP+/QSFP28 Ports | 4 |
Aggregate Bandwidth | Up to 1.2 Tbps |
Switching Capacity | 2.4 Tbps |
Forwarding Rate | 1,190 Mpps |
Flash Memory | 16 GB |
System Memory | 8 GB DRAM |
Packet Buffer Size | 42 MB |
MAC Address Table Size | 128K entries |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 4.39 x 44.25 x 56 cm |
Chassis Height | 1U |
Weight | Approx. 9.2 kg (20.3 lbs) |
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 (typical) | 59.2 dB |
Airflow Direction | Front-to-back or back-to-front (field configurable) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Platform | Aruba Central (Cloud-based), Aruba NetEdit |
CLI Management | Yes |
REST API Support | Yes |
Included Licensing | None (licenses sold separately) |
Zero Touch Provisioning | Supported |