HPE Aruba 8325-32C Ethernet Switch – High-Performance Core and Data Center Switch with 6.4 Tbps Capacity

The HPE Aruba 8325-32C Ethernet Switch is a versatile, high-capacity network solution designed for both campus core and aggregation layers as well as data center top-of-rack deployments. Built on ArubaOS-CX, this switch offers a modern, automated software environment that simplifies complex network management, enhances fault tolerance, and enables zero-service disruptions during control-plane events. Its modular architecture, REST APIs, and Python scripting capabilities facilitate automation, troubleshooting, and network visibility, making it an adaptable choice for demanding environments.

Equipped with a fully distributed architecture, the Aruba 8325-32C delivers up to 6.4Tbps of switching capacity, supporting high-speed connectivity across 1GbE, 10GbE, 25GbE, 40GbE, and 100GbE interfaces in a compact 1U form factor. This ensures scalability and future-proofing for bandwidth-intensive applications and growing network demands. The switch also integrates advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, including BGP, OSPF, VRF, VXLAN, and IPv6, providing robust security, routing, and segmentation capabilities.

Designed for high availability and virtualization, the Aruba 8325-32C incorporates redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fans, alongside Aruba's VSX technology to deliver continuous network operation. Its Aruba Network Analytics Engine offers comprehensive monitoring and troubleshooting tools, enabling network administrators to swiftly diagnose issues related to system performance, security, and applications. The switch's support for automation via REST APIs and Python scripts streamlines management tasks and enhances operational efficiency.

This rack-mountable switch is RoHS compliant and environmentally friendly, making it suitable for deployment in environmentally conscious data centers and enterprise networks. The package includes the switch itself, six back-to-front fans, and two back-to-front power supplies, ensuring reliable operation and easy maintenance. Whether supporting cloud, mobile, or IoT applications, the HPE Aruba 8325-32C Ethernet Switch offers a high-performance, resilient, and manageable platform for modern network infrastructures.

Features:

• Advanced Layer 2/3 feature set includes BGP, OSPF, VRF, VXLAN, and IPv6.

• New Aruba Data Center Networking Solution SKUs (R9FXXX) support HPE integrated and mixed environments with compute, storage, and Aruba networking.

• Compact 1U form factor with support for 1GbE, 10GbE, 25GbE, 40GbE, and 100GbE connectivity options.

• High availability with redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fans, enhanced by Aruba VSX technology.

• Aruba Network Analytics Engine enables comprehensive monitoring and troubleshooting for network, system, application, and security issues.

• Automates network management using REST APIs and Python scripting for enhanced visibility and control.

• High-performance switching capacity of 6.4Tbps tailored for bandwidth-intensive environments.