HP Aruba • SKU R9W88A
HP Aruba R9W88A — HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100-24XT4XF4C:
HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100-24XT4XF4C: 1U Layer 3 managed aggregation/ToR switch, 24x 100M/1/2.5/5/10GBASE-T + 4x 1/10G SFP+ + 4x 40/100G QSFP28 uplinks, Front-to-Back airflow, bundled with 3 fans + 2 AC PSUs, ArubaOS-CX.
Download HP Aruba datasheet ↗ via HPE PSNow CX 8100 Switch Series datasheet (a00131340enw); QuickSpecs a50006988enw
What is the HP Aruba R9W88A?
HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100-24XT4XF4C: 1U Layer 3 managed aggregation/ToR switch, 24x 100M/1/2.5/5/10GBASE-T + 4x 1/10G SFP+ + 4x 40/100G QSFP28 uplinks, Front-to-Back airflow, bundled with 3 fans + 2 AC PSUs, ArubaOS-CX.
TFI supplies the R9W88A new and refurbished to South African businesses, each unit covered by warranty and optional SLA. As a B-BBEE Level 2 distributor we can quote stock, lead time and price — usually within the same business day.
Specifications
| ports | 24x 100M/1/2.5/5/10GBASE-T (RJ-45) |
|---|---|
| uplinks | 4x 1/10G SFP/SFP+ + 4x 40/100G QSFP+/QSFP28 |
| switching capacity | 1.76 Tbps (bi-directional) |
| forwarding rate | 1,309 Mpps |
| form factor | 1U rack-mountable (approx. 17.4 in W x 16 in D x 1.7 in H) |
| power supply | 2x AC PSU included (JL600A, hot-swappable, redundant) |
| airflow | Front-to-Back (port-to-power); 3x JL714A fans included |
| poe | None (non-PoE data switch) |
| operating system | ArubaOS-CX (AOS-CX), advanced L2/L3: BGP, OSPF, VRF, IPv6; VSX high availability, NAE analytics |
| eol status | Current / actively sold (not end-of-life as of 2026) |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the HP Aruba R9W88A?
- HPE Aruba Networking CX 8100-24XT4XF4C: 1U Layer 3 managed aggregation/ToR switch, 24x 100M/1/2.5/5/10GBASE-T + 4x 1/10G SFP+ + 4x 40/100G QSFP28 uplinks, Front-to-Back airflow, bundled with 3 fans + 2 AC PSUs, ArubaOS-CX.
- Do you supply the R9W88A new or refurbished?
- TFI supplies the HP Aruba R9W88A both new and professionally refurbished, each with warranty and SLA options. Tell us your preference when you request a quote.
- Does the R9W88A support PoE?
- PoE on the R9W88A: None (non-PoE data switch).
- How many ports does the R9W88A have?
- Port configuration: 24x 100M/1/2.5/5/10GBASE-T (RJ-45); uplinks: 4x 1/10G SFP/SFP+ + 4x 40/100G QSFP+/QSFP28.
- Can TFI deliver the R9W88A in South Africa?
- Yes. TFI is a South African distributor (B-BBEE Level 2) and ships the HP Aruba R9W88A nationwide. Send us the SKU and we come back with stock, lead time and price — usually the same business day.
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Verification sources (6)
- https://buy.hpe.com/us/en/networking/switches/fixed-port-l3-managed-ethernet-switches/aruba-8100-switch-products/hpe-aruba-networking-cx-8100-switch-series/p/r9w88a
- https://www.hpe.com/psnow/doc/a00131340enw
- https://www.cdw.com/product/hpe-aruba-networking-cx-8100-24x10gbase-t-4x10g-sfp-4x40-100g-qsfp28-switc/7470236
- https://www.connection.com/product/hpe-aruba-networking-cx-8100-24x10gbase-t-4x10g-sfp-4x40-100g-qsfp28-switch-switch-l3-managed/r9w88a-aba/41663231
- https://www.provantage.com/hpe-r9w88a-aba~7HPE990A.htm
- https://www.securewirelessworks.com/r9w88a.asp
Need pricing on R9W88A?
Send us the SKU. We come back with stock, lead time and price — typically within the same business day.