Detailed Specifications
HPE Aruba CX 8360-12C V2 JL709C - 12-Port 100 Gb Managed Switch
Overview
The HPE Aruba CX 8360-12C V2 (model JL709C) is a high-density managed switch designed for modern data-centre and campus core/aggregation layers that demand 100-Gbps connectivity across multiple ports. It provides twelve QSFP+/QSFP28 ports for 40/100 Gb links (or breakouts) and supports switching capacity up to approximately 4.8 Tbps in the series. With front-to-back or back-to-front airflow bundles it's suitable for top-of-rack (TOR), end-of-row (EOR) or leaf/spine fabrics in virtualised/high-bandwidth environments. It runs the Aruba OS-CX software and integrates with the broader Aruba/HPE network ecosystem for automation, analytics and high availability. Ideal for aggregating server racks, fabric links or high-performance uplinks moving from 10/25 Gb to 40/100 Gb speeds.
Key Features
Twelve QSFP+/QSFP28 ports configurable for 40 Gb or 100 Gb links (with breakout support) × perfect for high-density uplinks or spine connections.
Up to ~4.8 Tbps switching capacity and ~2,678 Mpps forwarding in the series deliver low-latency packet handling in East-West traffic-heavy environments.
OS-CX operating system with built-in analytics engine (NAE), REST API and Python-based automation × simplifies monitoring and troubleshooting.
Dual hot-swappable AC power supplies and three field-replaceable fan trays in a 1U form factor × supports redundant, high-availability deployments.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|
| Brand | HPE / Aruba |
| Part Number | JL709C |
| Product Type | Managed Switch - Core/Aggregation Layer |
| Key Spec - Port Configuration | 12 × QSFP+/QSFP28 (40/100G) |
| Key Spec - Switching Capacity | Up to ~4.8 Tbps (in CX 8360 v2 series) |
| Key Spec - Max Forwarding Rate | ~2,678 Mpps (in series) |
| Management | CLI, Web GUI, REST API, Python scripting (via OS-CX) |
| Power Requirements | Dual AC PSUs, max consumption ~500 W (typical ~375 W) |
| Dimensions & Weight | 1U, approx 44 mm × 442.5 mm × 406.4 mm, ~8.0 kg |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime warranty (per HPE policy) |
