HPE Aruba Networking CX 6400 Management Module
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HPE Aruba CX 8360-48Y6C v2 48-port 25G + 6-port 100G bundle
October 11, 2025
HPE Aruba Networking CX 8360‑48Y6C v2 48p 25G SFP
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8360‑48Y6C v2 48p 25G SFP Switch Series are designed for next-generation core and aggregation layer of campuses, as well as virtual and highly dynamic data center environments. Provide up to 4.8 Tbps switching capacity.
- 48 full line-rate multi-speed (1/10/25GbE) ports + 6 high-speed 40/100GbE uplinks
- 2.4 Tbps switching capacity and high packet throughput
- Full MACsec, VSX, redundancy, and advanced feature support
- Aruba AOS-CX with analytics, automation, and programmability
- High availability, secure control plane, and modern network fabric architecture
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8360‑48Y6C v2 48p 25G SFP is a high-performance fixed-port switch designed for core, aggregation, or data center use. It delivers 48 ports of 1/10/25 GbE via SFP/SFP+/SFP28, plus 6 ports of 40/100 GbE via QSFP+/QSFP28.
With support for MACsec, VSX, redundancy, advanced layering, and high throughput (up to 2.4 Tbps), it’s built for demanding enterprise network fabrics.
Detailed Specifications
Port & Interface Configuration
- 48 × 1/10/25 GbE ports (SFP / SFP+ / SFP28)
- 6 × 40/100 GbE ports (QSFP+ / QSFP28)
- Breakout support: some QSFP ports can break out into multiple 10G/25G links
- All ports operate at line rates (no oversubscription)
Switching Capacity & Performance
- Switching capacity: Up to 2.4 Tbps
- Forwarding performance: ~1,145 million packets per second
- Packet buffer memory: multi-MB packet memory on line cards
Security & Encryption
- MACsec support on selected ports (enabling encrypted traffic over untrusted links)
- Role-based access, ACLs, control-plane protection
Redundancy, Availability & Stacking
- VSX (Virtual Switching Extension) support — active / active dual chassis mode
- Redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fans
- Hitless upgrades via VSX and control-plane synchronization
Layer 2 / Layer 3 Support
- L2: VLANs, STP / RSTP / MSTP, LACP, IGMP Snooping
- L3: Static routing, OSPF, BGP, VRF, policy routing, IPv6
- VXLAN / EVPN support for modern campus / data center overlays
- Advanced QoS, traffic shaping, telemetry
Management, Automation & Analytics
- Aruba AOS-CX operating system
- REST API, Python scripting, CLI, Web UI
- Network Analytics Engine (NAE) for real-time monitoring, visibility, alerting
- Integration with Aruba Fabric Composer for orchestration
Physical & Power
- Form factor: 1U fixed switch
- Redundant AC power supplies in “bundle” — 2 × AC
- Cooling: variable fans with front-to-back airflow
- Dimensions and weight: enterprise rack depth and weight (fully loaded)
Key Features
- 48 full line-rate multi-speed (1/10/25GbE) ports + 6 high-speed 40/100GbE uplinks
- 2.4 Tbps switching capacity and high packet throughput
- Full MACsec, VSX, redundancy, and advanced feature support
- Aruba AOS-CX with analytics, automation, and programmability
- High availability, secure control plane, and modern network fabric architecture
Meta Description
The HPE Aruba CX 8360 v2 (48Y6C) is a 1U, 2.4 Tbps switch featuring 48 ports of 1/10/25 GbE and 6 ports of 40/100 GbE, with MACsec support, VSX high availability, and advanced Aruba AOS-CX automation and analytics — ideal for enterprise core and data center fabrics.
| Brand | Aruba |
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