Product Brief
The HPE Aruba Networking CX 8360-48Y6C Switch (JX945A) is a
high-performance, modular data center and campus core switch
designed for enterprises requiring high throughput, low latency,
and advanced automation. With 48 x 25GbE SFP28 ports and 6 x 100GbE
QSFP28 uplinks, it delivers high-density connectivity, VXLAN
support, EVPN capabilities, and deep buffer architecture, making it
ideal for spine-leaf designs, aggregation, and high-performance
workloads.
Product Detail Table
| Feature Category | Description |
|---|
| Product Model | JX945A |
| Series | Aruba CX 8360 Series |
| Form Factor | 1U Fixed Configuration Switch |
| Ports | 48 x 25GbE SFP28, 6 x 100GbE QSFP28 |
| Switching Capacity | 4.8 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 2,380 Mpps |
| Buffer Size | 32 MB |
| Latency | < 2 μs |
| Layer Support | L2, L3, VXLAN, EVPN |
| Management | Aruba NetEdit, CLI, REST API |
| Operating System | Aruba AOS-CX |
| Power Supply | Dual hot-swappable PSUs |
| Fans | Hot-swappable, variable speed |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 44.6 x 50.8 x 4.4 cm |
| Weight | 9.5 kg |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
Key Features
High-Density 25GbE Access with 48 SFP28 ports for modern server and
storage environments.
6 x 100GbE Uplinks for high-speed spine connectivity.
Advanced VXLAN/EVPN Support enabling scalable data center fabrics.
Deep Packet Buffers ensuring stability under heavy east-west
traffic.
Programmable OS (AOS-CX) with automation and REST API for DevOps
integration.
Carrier-Grade Reliability with redundant hot-swappable PSUs and
fans.
Full Specifications Table
| Specification | Value |
|---|
| Model Number | JX945A |
| Series | Aruba CX 8360 |
| Fixed Ports | 48 x 25GbE SFP28 |
| Uplink Ports | 6 x 100GbE QSFP28 |
| Throughput | 4.8 Tbps |
| Packet Forwarding | 2,380 Mpps |
| Buffer Size | 32 MB |
| Latency | < 2 μs |
| Layer Support | L2, L3, L4, VXLAN, EVPN, VRF |
| MAC Address Table | 368K entries |
| Jumbo Frame Support | Up to 9,600 bytes |
| VLAN Support | 4,096 VLANs |
| Routing Protocols | BGP, OSPF, VRRP, Static Routing |
| ACL Support | Yes (IPv4/IPv6) |
| QoS | Advanced per-port/per-VLAN QoS |
| OS | Aruba AOS-CX |
| Management Interfaces | CLI, REST API, Aruba NetEdit |
| Security Features | 802.1X, DHCP Snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, MACsec |
| Power Supply | Dual hot-swappable, 650W AC |
| Cooling | Front-to-back or back-to-front airflow |
| Operating Temp | 0°C to 45°C |
| Dimensions | 44.6 x 50.8 x 4.4 cm |
| Weight | 9.5 kg |
Similar Models Specification Table
| Model | Ports Configuration | Switching Capacity | Buffer Size | Layer Support |
|---|
| JX945A | 48 x 25GbE SFP28, 6 x 100GbE QSFP28 | 4.8 Tbps | 32 MB | L2/L3/VXLAN/EVPN |
| JX944A | 48 x 10GbE SFP+, 6 x 100GbE QSFP28 | 4.8 Tbps | 32 MB | L2/L3/VXLAN/EVPN |
| JX946A | 32 x 100GbE QSFP28 | 6.4 Tbps | 32 MB | L2/L3/VXLAN/EVPN |
| JL706A | 48 x 1/10GbE SFP+, 8 x 100GbE QSFP28 | 4.8 Tbps | 16 MB | L2/L3/VXLAN |
Latest Model in Same Brand/Series Table
| Model | Ports Configuration | Switching Capacity | Key Improvement |
|---|
| JX950A | 48 x 25GbE SFP28, 8 x 100GbE QSFP28 | 6.4 Tbps | Higher uplink density and improved buffering |
