HPE R9W86A Aruba CX 8100 24p SFP 4p QSFP28 Switch

The HPE R9W86A is a member of the Aruba CX 8100 Switch Series, engineered for high-demand campus core, aggregation, and data center top-of-rack (ToR) deployments. This Layer 3 access switch provides a robust foundation for modern networks grappling with the explosive growth of mobile, cloud, and IoT traffic. It solves the critical need for a high-density, scalable switching fabric that simplifies network operations while delivering resilient, high-speed connectivity. At its core, the switch leverages the advanced ArubaOS-CX operating system, a modern, database-driven platform that enables extensive automation and programmability. This architecture allows for the use of REST APIs and Python scripts to streamline complex network tasks. Features like Aruba Virtual Switching Extension (VSX) provide exceptional high availability by maintaining synchronous state across dual control planes, ensuring zero-service disruption during planned or unplanned events. This translates to a highly resilient and fault-tolerant network infrastructure. Designed as a compact 1U unit, the R9W86A is ideal for rack-mounted installations in data centers or network closets. Management is unified through platforms like Aruba Fabric Composer, which simplifies leaf-spine network provisioning and orchestration. The inclusion of the Aruba Network Analytics Engine (NAE) provides deep, real-time visibility and troubleshooting capabilities, allowing IT teams to proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact users.

• 24x 1/10GbE SFP/SFP+ and 4x 40/100GbE QSFP+/QSFP28 ports.
• ArubaOS-CX for automation via REST APIs and Python scripts.
• Aruba VSX for redundant, highly available device operation.
• Network Analytics Engine for advanced monitoring & visibility.
• Front-to-Back airflow for optimized data center cooling.