HPE Networking CX 8360-16Y2C V2
Best high-performance switch for scalable campus and data center networks.
This switch is the heavy-duty backbone your modern data center needs, balancing high-speed throughput with the flexibility to handle cloud and IoT traffic seamlessly. It trades compact simplicity for enterprise-grade routing power, making it the clear choice for scaling complex networks without sacrificing reliability.
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Who it's for
- Data center managers needing high-speed, reliable enterprise connectivity
- Network administrators seeking streamlined operations through advanced automation
- IT architects planning for long-term network scalability and growth
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious organizations with limited capital expenditure resources
- Generalist IT teams lacking specialized networking certification or experience
- Small businesses with modest, low-intensity network traffic requirements
Performance breakdown
Switching Capacity
Massive 4.8 Tbps capacity handles demanding data center traffic with ease.
Port Versatility
Flexible SFP28 and QSFP28 mix supports diverse high-speed connectivity needs.
Network Scalability
Robust Layer 3 routing ensures seamless growth for modern campus environments.
Security Robustness
Advanced ACLs and authentication protocols provide enterprise-grade protection for critical data.
Reliability
Redundant power supplies minimize downtime risks in mission-critical network deployments.
Management Efficiency
Comprehensive managed features simplify complex network administration and monitoring tasks.
Key Specs
Ports
16 x 1/10/25 Gigabit Ethernet SFP / SFP+ / SFP28 + 2 x 40/100 Gigabit QSFP+ / QSFP28
Management
Managed
Form Factor
Rack-mountable
Ethernet Standard
IEEE 802.1ab (LLDP), IEEE 802.1ae, IEEE 802.1ak, IEEE 802.1AX, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1s, IEEE 802.1t, IEEE 802.1v, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3an, IEEE 802.3ba, IEEE 802.3by, IEEE 802.3cc, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3z
Power Consumption
325 watt
Switching Capacity
4.8 Tbps
Throughput
2.678 Mpps
MAC Address Table Size
212992 entries
VLAN Support
Yes, up to 4094 VLANs
QoS Support
Yes
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