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JL581A
Aruba 8320 48p 1G/10GBASE-T and 6p 40G QSFP+ with X472 5 Fan...
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JL581A Overview
JL581A is a high-performance, enterprise-grade rack-mount switch engineered with a robust Layer 3 architecture to deliver reliable connectivity and advanced routing capabilities. Designed to support scalable network environments, it features a balanced mix of 24–48 Ethernet ports for data, 8 dedicated downlink ports for optimized connectivity, and 4 SFP ports to accommodate fiber optics, while offering flexible power options through an AC power supply and efficient cooling in a 1 RU form factor.
JL581A delivers superior performance with a switching capacity of 320 Gbps, expandable to 640 Gbps with stacking, making it ideal for mission-critical applications and high-density environments. Its managed interface, POE+ support, and streamlined integration with IP Services IOS position it as a versatile solution for data centers, campus networks, and branch office deployments.
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JL581A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 120W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 8 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Manufacturer Part Number
- JL581A
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- N/A
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 320 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 640 Gbps
- Product Name
- JL581A Enterprise Stackable Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 11 inches
- Weight
- 15 lbs
JL581A Use Case
Data Center Spine-Leaf for AI and Big Data Workloads
Scenario: A global cloud provider deploys the JL581A-Aruba 8320 48p 1G/10GBASE-T and 6p 40G QSFP+ with X472 5 Fans 2 Power Supply Switch Bundle as leaf switches in a spine-leaf fabric. Each leaf aggregates thousands of 10GbE server connections and six 40GbE uplinks to high-capacity spines, with front-to-back airflow and dual PSUs ensuring carrier-grade reliability. Outcome: Delivers scalable east-west traffic forwarding at up to 6Tbps per switch, reduces application latency by 30%, simplifies operations via Aruba Virtual Switching Framework (VSF), and maintains 99.999% uptime for AI/ML and big data workloads.
High-Frequency Trading Network with Sub-Microsecond Latency
Scenario: A tier-1 financial services firm implements the JL581A-Aruba 8320 48p 1G/10GBASE-T and 6p 40G QSFP+ with X472 5 Fans 2 Power Supply Switch Bundle in its trading floor network. The 48 10GbE ports connect trading servers and market data feeds, while six 40GbE uplinks link to the core trading match engines. Redundant power supplies and high-efficiency fans guarantee uninterrupted operation. Outcome: Achieves sub-500ns packet forwarding, ensures ultra-low-latency market data delivery, supports rapid scaling of algorithmic trading nodes, and provides rock-solid reliability during peak trading hours.
Enterprise Campus Aggregation for Digital Workplace and IoT
Scenario: A multinational enterprise consolidates edge deployments into regional aggregation sites using the JL581A-Aruba 8320 48p 1G/10GBASE-T and 6p 40G QSFP+ with X472 5 Fans 2 Power Supply Switch Bundle. It aggregates 48 access switches for wired desktops, VoIP phones, and 802.11ax APs over 1/10GbE, with six 40GbE uplinks to the core. The X472 fans and dual PSUs deliver quiet, energy-efficient operation in IDF closets. Outcome: Simplifies network topology, boosts throughput by 40%, enforces secure VLAN and policy segmentation, accelerates IoT roll-outs, and reduces operational overhead with centralized Aruba CX management.
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Product Comparison Table
 JL581A |  JL625A |  JL579A |  JL627A |  JL479A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11 inches | 12 inches | 10 inches | 12 inches | 12 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Lite | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 3 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JL581A | JL625A | JL579A | JL627A | JL479A |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 512 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 8 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | N/A | 24 fixed Gigabit Ethernet ports, 4 SFP uplink ports | 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports with 4 SFP uplink ports, expandable via stacking modules | 24 Ethernet ports with 4 SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 120W | 150 W | 85 W | 85 W | 150 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | JL581A Enterprise Stackable Switch | JL625A High-Performance Stackable Switch | JL579A Enterprise Scalable Rack-Mount Switch | JL627A Modular Stackable Switch | JL479A Series Stackable Managed Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 320 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 320 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 640 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 640 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Zubair Hargreaves
4
Handled virtualization traffic efficiently.
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Niklas Bergstr'm
5
Consistent and predictable switching.
S
Saad Kingsnorth
3
Solid data center switch.
M
Matthew Holloway
4
Built for continuous workloads.
Questions & Answers
What port configuration does the Aruba 8320 JL581A switch bundle provide?
The Aruba 8320 JL581A switch bundle delivers 48 1G/10GBASE-T RJ45 ports and 6 40G QSFP+ uplink ports for high-density connectivity.
What is the maximum switching capacity of the Aruba 8320 JL581A?
The Aruba 8320 JL581A delivers up to 2.56 Tbps of switching capacity, ensuring wire-speed performance for demanding enterprise workloads.
How many packets per second can the Aruba 8320 JL581A forward?
The Aruba 8320 JL581A supports up to 1.92 Bpps forwarding capacity to maintain low latency in high-traffic environments.
Which power supplies are included in the Aruba 8320 JL581A bundle?
This bundle includes two hot-swappable AC power supplies, providing redundant power and ensuring continuous operation.