Aruba 8325-32C 32-Port 100G QSFP28 Network Switch (Front-to-Back Airflow)

The Aruba JL626A is a 32-port 100G QSFP28 switch that brings data center-class speed and resilience to enterprise networks. Each port runs at one hundred gigabits per second, giving you the headroom to support cloud workloads, mobile collaboration, and the influx of IoT devices without re-cabling or adding extra hardware.

Inside its 1U rack enclosure, the switch moves up to 6.4 Tbps of traffic while forwarding 1905 million packets every second. That level of throughput removes bottlenecks at the campus core, in an aggregation layer, or at the top of a server rack. Whether you are consolidating multiple 10G links or rolling out high-density virtualization, the switch keeps packets flowing smoothly.

The platform runs on the Aruba AOS-CX operating system, a software foundation that combines automation with deep analytics. The embedded Network Analytics Engine uses a time series database to track network events and spot anomalies before users notice an issue. Operations teams can push changes through a familiar CLI, REST APIs, or Aruba NetEdit, making it easy to integrate the switch into existing workflows and DevOps pipelines.

Reliability comes from two hot-swappable 650 watt power supplies and six fans that pull cool air from front to back. If a power module or fan is removed, the switch keeps running, so planned maintenance no longer means downtime. The design operates within a 32 to 104 degree Fahrenheit range, which covers most data center and equipment room environments.

Network architects choose the Aruba JL626A when they need a platform that scales quickly, simplifies day-to-day management, and stands up to mission-critical demands. From large universities and research labs to distributed enterprises consolidating branch traffic, the switch delivers reliable 100G capacity in a familiar 1U form factor.

Highlights:

• Thirty-two QSFP28 ports that each support 100 Gbps connectivity
• 6.4 Tbps switching capacity and 1905 Mpps forwarding rate for non-blocking performance
• AOS-CX software with automation, a time series database, and the Network Analytics Engine
• Two 650 watt hot-swappable power supplies and six fans for redundant operation
• Front-to-back airflow and a design that fits in 1U of standard rack space
• Management options through CLI, REST APIs, and Aruba NetEdit
• Layer 2 and Layer 3 feature set suitable for campus core, aggregation, or data center deployments
• Operates reliably in environments from 32 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit