HPE Aruba Networking Aruba 8320, Managed, L3, Rack mounting, 1U
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JL579A#ACD Overview
The past several decades in networking have been defined by static, closed networking solutions designed for the client-server era. The Aruba 8320 Switch Series, a campus core and aggregation switch, is a game-changing solution that offers an innovative approach to dealing with the demands of the mobile, cloud and IoT era. The Aruba 8320 is based on ArubaOS-CX, a modern software system that automates and simplifies critical and complex network tasks, delivers enhanced fault tolerance and facilitates zero-service disruption during planned or unplanned control-plane events. The key innovations in ArubaOS-CX are its micro-services style modular architecture, REST APIs, Python scripting capabilities and the Aruba Network Analytics Engine. The Aruba 8320 Switch Series provides line rate 10GbE and 40GbE in a compact 1U form factor and together with the modular Aruba 8400 Switch, rounds out the Aruba Mobile First switching portfolio with an enterprise core and aggregation solution.
What's new
- High-performance Aruba campus core and aggregation switch with 2.5 Tbps switching capacity.
- ArubaOS-CX automates using REST APIs and Python scripts.
- Monitor and troubleshoot with Aruba Network Analytics Engine.
- High availability, virtualization and simplicity with Aruba VSX.
- Compact 1U switches with 10GbE (SFP/SFP+ or 10GBASE-T) and 40GbE connectivity.
- Advanced Layer 2/3 feature set includes BGP, OSPF, VRF and IPv6.
Features
Game-changing Business Agility
- The Aruba 8320 Switch Series is a campus core and aggregation switch solution with an innovative and powerful approach to dealing with the new applications, security and scalability demands of the mobile, cloud and IoT era.
- Fully programmable with ArubaOS-CX, it brings automation and visibility and helps troubleshoot via simple scripting.
- Aruba Network Analytics Engine provides the ability to monitor and troubleshoot the network, system, application and security related issues easily, through simple python agents and REST APIs.
- Offers high-speed fully distributed architecture with 2.5 Tbps switching capacity for always on networking.
- Provides robust security and QoS with advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features including support for BGP, OSPF, and VRF.
Modern Software System Simplifies and Automates
- The Aruba 8320 Switch Series is based on the new ArubaOS-CX, a modern software system for the core that automates and simplifies many critical and complex network tasks.
- The built-in time series database enables customers and developers to develop software modules for historical troubleshooting, as well as analysis of historical trends, to predict and avoid future problems due to scale, security and performance bottlenecks.
- It includes stability, independent monitoring and restart of individual software modules, and enhanced software process serviceability functions. And it allows individual software modules to be upgraded for higher availability.
High Performance and High Availability
- The Aruba 8320 Switch Series includes a high-speed, fully distributed architecture and provides up to 2.5 Tbps switching capacity to meet the demands and bandwidth-intensive applications today and in the future.
- Aruba’s new high availability technology is Aruba VSX which has been designed from ground up to deliver the continuous availability, virtualization and simplicity requirements unique to the core of the network. Redundant and hot-swappable power supplies and fans provide additional resiliency.
- The compact 1U switch series delivers line rate 10GbE and 40GbE connectivity with very low latency for support of full Internet routes. Optimize for your deployment with a model that provides 32 ports of 40GbE, and models with 48 ports of 10GbE (SFP/SFP+ or 10GBASE-T) with 6 ports of 40GbE.
Aruba 8320 32p 40G QSFP+ with X472 5 Fans 2 Power Supply Switch Bundle
- Managed L3
- Quality of Service (QoS) support
- Console port: RJ-45
- 10G support 10GBASE-T
- MAC address table: 98304 entries Switching capacity: 2500 Gbit/s
- Access Control List (ACL)
- 1U Rack mounting Stackable
- Power supply included
Summary Description
HPE Aruba Networking Aruba 8320, Managed, L3, Rack mounting, 1U
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JL579A#ACD Specifications
Overview
Manufacturer:
HPE
Stock:
In Stock.
Stock updated on:
2024-10-08
Management features
Switch type
Managed
Switch layer
L3
Quality of Service (QoS) support
Yes
Ports & interfaces
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports type
No
Installed QSFP+ modules quantity
32
Console port
RJ-45
USB 2.0 ports quantity
1
Network
Networking standards
IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1ab, IEEE 802.1ak, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1s, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.3ad, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3ba, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3z
10G support
Yes
Copper ethernet cabling technology
10GBASE-T
Port mirroring
Yes
IP routing
Yes
VLAN support
Yes
Data transmission
Switching capacity
2500 Gbit/s
MAC address table
98304 entries
Maximum data transfer rate
40 Gbit/s
Jumbo frames support
Yes
Packet buffer memory
16 MB
Security
DHCP features
DHCP server
Access Control List (ACL)
Yes
Authentication type
RADIUS
Multicast features
Multicast support
Yes
Multicast MAC address table
98304 entries
IPv4 multicast entries
4094
IPv6 multicast entries
4094
MLD entries
4094
Protocols
Routing protocols
BGP, OSPF
Design
Rack mounting
Yes
Stackable
Yes
Form factor
1U
Product colour
Black
Airflow direction
Front-to-back airflow
Number of fans
5 fan(s)
Performance
Built-in processor
Yes
Processor frequency
2000 MHz
Internal memory
16384 MB
Flash memory
8192 MB
Noise level
79 dB
Mean time between failures (MTBF)
296526 h
Power
Power supply included
Yes
Redundant power supply (RPS) support
Yes
Number of power supply units
2
AC input voltage
100 - 240 V
AC input frequency
50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption (typical)
310 W
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
No
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)
0 - 40 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)
-40 - 70 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)
5 - 95%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)
5 - 95%
Weight & dimensions
Width
438 mm
Depth
515 mm
Height
43.5 mm
Weight
9.7 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
What primary networking environment is the HPE Aruba 8320 (JL579A#ACD) designed to support? +
The Aruba 8320 is purpose-built for the data center core and aggregation layers. It provides a high-performance, programmable L3 switching platform designed for enterprise campus and data center environments that require modular operating systems and advanced automation capabilities to manage increasing traffic demands efficiently.
Does the HPE Aruba 8320 support advanced programmability for network automation? +
Yes, this switch runs on the ArubaOS-CX network operating system, which is built on a microservices-based architecture. This allows for full programmability, enabling network administrators to utilize REST APIs, Python scripting, and the Aruba Network Analytics Engine for automated configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting tasks across the network fabric.
How does the HPE Aruba 8320 handle high-density traffic at the aggregation layer? +
The 8320 series is engineered to deliver high-performance, non-blocking switching capacity. By leveraging a distributed, multi-core CPU architecture, it ensures that line-rate performance is maintained even during heavy traffic loads. This makes it an ideal choice for high-density environments requiring reliable, low-latency connectivity for both servers and access switches.
Can the Aruba 8320 be deployed as part of an Intelligent Resilient Framework? +
While the 8320 series does not use IRF, it utilizes Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) technology. This allows administrators to stack multiple switches into a single logical entity, providing simplified management and increased redundancy. By creating a unified control plane, VSF enhances network availability and streamlines the deployment of complex, resilient topologies.
What is the physical form factor of the JL579A#ACD model? +
The JL579A#ACD is a compact 1U rackmount switch, optimized for standard 19-inch enterprise server racks. Its efficient hardware design minimizes rack space consumption while ensuring robust airflow management, which is critical for maintaining stability in dense, high-performance data center environments.
Does the Aruba 8320 support advanced Layer 3 routing protocols? +
The switch offers comprehensive Layer 3 functionality, including support for industry-standard protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and PIM. These capabilities enable sophisticated routing decisions and traffic prioritization, allowing the device to act as a robust core switch that manages complex internal and external network traffic flows with high efficiency.
How does the Network Analytics Engine enhance switch management? +
The integrated Network Analytics Engine (NAE) provides real-time visibility into the switch's health and performance. By monitoring system state and traffic patterns, it proactively detects anomalies and triggers automated scripts. This reduces manual intervention, significantly improving operational efficiency and helping teams resolve potential bottlenecks before they impact end-user experience.
What type of port configuration does the HPE Aruba 8320 provide? +
The 8320 provides high-speed connectivity options tailored for core network needs. It typically features a combination of high-density SFP+ ports for high-speed fiber uplinks and connectivity. The specific port layout ensures that administrators can scale their network bandwidth to meet the high-throughput requirements of modern virtualized server environments and campus backbones.
Can I receive a bulk quote for the HPE Aruba 8320 from BuyRouterSwitch.com? +
Yes, BuyRouterSwitch.com specializes in providing competitive pricing for large-scale enterprise deployments. If you are planning a significant hardware refresh or require a bulk purchase of the JL579A#ACD, please contact our dedicated sales team. We are prepared to assist you with customized volume pricing tailored to your specific project needs.
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