HPE Aruba 3810 Switch Fan Tray

Keep your Aruba 3810 switch operating at peak performance with this spare fan tray. Engineered as a quick-replacement cooling component, it ensures optimal airflow, reduces thermal throttling, and minimizes downtime in demanding networks. The in-slot, hot-swappable design is built to fit seamlessly into the Aruba 3810 switch family, delivering dependable cooling when you need it most. By adding this spare fan tray to your maintenance inventory, IT teams can conduct field replacements during planned maintenance windows without disrupting critical services.

In data center and enterprise networks, reliable cooling is essential to protect investment and sustain high performance. The Aruba 3810 fan tray is designed to maintain stable temperatures for processors, line cards, and switching fabrics, especially during periods of high traffic, firmware upgrades, or extended uptime requirements. The two-fan configuration provides robust airflow to dissipate heat effectively, helping to preserve throughput and minimize the risk of thermal throttling. Beyond raw performance, the fan tray supports quieter operation and energy efficiency, which is valuable in open office environments or edge deployments where noise and power consumption matter. This spare part is more than a replacement; it’s a strategic component that helps you maintain service levels, uptime, and overall network reliability.

With a focus on reliability and interoperability, the HPE Aruba 3810 Switch Fan Tray is designed for straightforward installation and long service life. The part is RoHS compliant and built to withstand the rigorous conditions of data-center environments, including vibration, temperature variations, and tight cooling tolerances. By keeping spare parts in stock, network teams reduce mean time to repair (MTTR) and avoid costly downtime. The tray’s plug-and-play nature means less risk during maintenance windows, allowing technicians to swap components quickly while maintaining the integrity of the overall network stack. Whether you are refreshing a crowded data center, supporting a campus core, or sustaining a high-availability edge node, this fan tray is a practical, cost-effective solution that aligns with Aruba’s enterprise-grade cooling standards.

In short, the HPE Aruba 3810 Switch Fan Tray is more than a spare part—it is a strategic cooling upgrade that supports predictable performance, minimizes downtime, and extends the life of your Aruba 3810 switch. The spare is compatible with the 3810 line, designed to match the chassis’ cooling architecture, and optimized for rapid serviceability in busy IT environments. This makes it an ideal addition to an IT asset management plan, ensuring you are ready to respond quickly to any cooling fault without sacrificing network availability.

• Compatibility and purpose: A genuine spare part engineered for the Aruba 3810 switch family; designed to replace a failed or noisy fan tray quickly to restore optimal cooling and preserve performance in demanding networks.
• Reliable cooling design: The two-fan configuration provides robust airflow to keep critical components—processors, switch fabric, and line cards—within safe operating temperatures, even under heavy traffic and peak loads.
• Hot-swappable, minimal downtime: Built for in-service replacement, this tray allows maintenance teams to swap components without powering down the entire stack in many scenarios, reducing maintenance windows and MTTR.
• Durable build and interoperability: Constructed with high-grade materials to withstand data-center conditions; tested for compatibility with Aruba 3810 models and related chassis, ensuring a snug fit and reliable operation.
• Simple procurement and maintenance: A cost-effective spare part that simplifies inventory management and supports straightforward warranty coverage and future upgrades, helping IT teams plan for long-term reliability.

Technical Details of HPE Aruba 3810 Switch Fan Tray

• Product: HPE Aruba 3810 Switch Fan Tray
• Type: Hot-swappable fan tray designed for Aruba 3810 switch family
• Compatibility: Aruba 3810 Switch series
• Fans: 2 fan modules provide cooling for the chassis
• Form factor: In-slot replacement, compatible with standard Aruba 3810 chassis
• Material: Durable housing designed for data center environments
• Certifications: RoHS compliant
• Maintenance: Designed for easy field replacement with minimal tools

How to Install HPE Aruba 3810 Switch Fan Tray

• Power down the device or place it in a maintenance window as per your organization’s policy, then disconnect power to ensure a safe replacement.
• Open the chassis access panel to reveal the fan tray area and identify the existing tray that requires replacement.
• Release the current fan tray by disengaging its latch and carefully disconnecting any attached cables or connectors, noting the orientation for proper reinstallation.
• Insert the replacement HPE Aruba 3810 Switch Fan Tray firmly into the slot until the latch engages and you hear a secure click; reseat any cables and verify the tray is seated correctly.
• Close the access panel, reconnect power, and monitor the system indicators or management interface to confirm that the new fans are detected and operating at normal speeds. Check for any fault indicators and verify that temperature readings return to expected levels under typical load conditions.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the purpose of the HPE Aruba 3810 Switch Fan Tray? A: It provides essential cooling for the Aruba 3810 switch by housing two fans that draw heat away from critical components, helping maintain performance, reliability, and long-term hardware health.
• Q: Is this fan tray hot-swappable? A: Yes. It is designed for in-service replacement, enabling quick maintenance without a full outage in compatible Aruba chassis.
• Q: Which models does it fit? A: It fits the Aruba 3810 switch family. Always verify model revision and part compatibility with your hardware documentation or vendor specs before purchase.
• Q: How can I tell if I need a new fan tray? A: Common indicators include increased fan noise, abnormal fan speeds, higher system temperatures, thermal alerts, or reduced performance due to thermal throttling. If you observe these symptoms, replacement is advised.
• Q: Does the fan tray include a warranty? A: Warranty terms depend on the seller and purchase channel. Check the warranty with your supplier or HP Aruba support, and keep the purchase documentation for returns or service coverage.