HPE Networking CX 8360 V2 Switch
Best high-speed core switch for demanding enterprise data centers.
This switch is a powerhouse for modern data centers that need serious throughput without the complexity of legacy hardware. It prioritizes high-speed connectivity and rock-solid reliability, though you’ll need to be comfortable managing advanced routing protocols to truly unlock its potential.
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Who it's for
- Data center managers needing high-speed, low-latency connectivity
- Network administrators seeking automated insights and simplified operations
- IT teams managing mission-critical infrastructure requiring maximum uptime
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious organizations prioritizing cost-effective networking solutions
- Small IT teams lacking specialized Aruba ecosystem expertise
- Facilities managers with limited power and cooling capacity
Performance breakdown
Switching Capacity
Delivers a massive 2.4 Tbps throughput for demanding data center environments.
High Availability
Redundant power supplies and hot-plug capabilities ensure near-zero downtime operations.
Routing Intelligence
Advanced Layer 3 capabilities handle complex network traffic with impressive precision.
Scalability
Massive host table entries accommodate rapid growth in modern cloud infrastructures.
Management Flexibility
Robust support for REST APIs and CLI simplifies complex network orchestration.
Build Quality
Industrial-grade rack-mountable chassis designed for long-term, reliable data center service.
Key Specs
Brand
Aruba
Model
8360-12C V2
Processor Clock Speed
1.8 GHZ
Installed Processors
1
Flash Memory Installed
32 GB
RAM Installed
16 GB
Advanced Switching
Layer 3
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.1ab (LLDP), IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1s, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP)
Features
ARP support, Data Center Bridging (DCB), Dual flash Images, Ethernet Ring Protection Switching (ERPS), Explicit Congestion Notification (ECN), IP Directed Broadcast, Job scheduler framework, Loopback, Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol (MSTP) support, Packet storm protection, Quality of Service (QoS), Rapid PVST+ (RPVST+), Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) support, RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) v2, REST API interface, sFlow, Unidirectional Link Detection (UDLD), Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF), Virtual Switch Extension (VSX), VXLAN ARP/ND Suppression, VXLAN Distributed Anycast Gateway
Form Factor
Rack-mountable
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