HPE Aruba JL479A 8320 48p 10/6 40G QSFP+ X472 5F 2PS Switch BDI HPE JL479A

Description:

The HPE Aruba JL479A CX 8320 48-port 10G SFP+ 6-port 40G QSFP+ switch is used in enterprise networking systems to provide high-performance Layer 2/Layer 3 switching, ultra-low latency, and high-bandwidth connectivity for core, aggregation, and data center environments. Commonly installed in campus core networks, data centers, and top-of-rack deployments where scalable, high-speed connectivity and reliable network performance are required. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this switch for network deployments, infrastructure upgrades, system expansion, and replacement of legacy high-performance switching hardware.

Applications:

The HPE Aruba JL479A is commonly used in data centers, enterprise core networks, aggregation layers, and high-performance computing environments where 10GbE server connectivity and 40GbE uplinks are required for high-throughput, low-latency networking. It is ideal for cloud environments, virtualization platforms, and large-scale enterprise infrastructure.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): JL479A
• Product Type: Managed Ethernet Switch (Layer 3)
• Series: Aruba CX 8320
• Ports: 48 × 1/10GbE SFP/SFP+
• Uplink Ports: 6 × 40GbE QSFP+
• Switching Capacity: Up to ~2.5 Tbps
• Throughput: Up to ~1900+ Mpps
• Architecture: Distributed switching with ArubaOS-CX
• Network Features: BGP, OSPF, VRF, VXLAN, EVPN support
• Redundancy: Dual hot-swappable power supplies and fan trays included
• Form Factor: 1U rack-mounted
• Cooling: 5 fan tray modules included
• Mounting Type: Rack-mountable
• Application Environment: Enterprise networking and data center systems

Common Replacements:

• Aruba CX 8325 Series Switch
• Aruba CX 8360 Series Switch
• Aruba CX 6300 Series Switch