Name: 289090-001 HP StorageWorks M2402 2GB Fibre Channel 4-Port SCSI LVD Router
Brand: HP
SKU: 289090-001
Price: 2004.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP StorageWorks M2402 2GB Fibre Channel 4 x SCSI LVD Network Storage Router facilitates the connection between SCSI LVD storage devices and Fibre Channel networks. It fits into storage infrastructures where bridging older SCSI devices with modern SAN environments is necessary, enabling data communication across different storage protocols.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Generation	N/A
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	External rack-mount appliance
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The HP StorageWorks M2402 2GB Fibre Channel Network Storage Router acts as a bridge, connecting multiple SCSI LVD storage devices to a Fibre Channel storage area network. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise storage infrastructures where integration of legacy SCSI storage with modern Fibre Channel SANs is needed. Users managing storage consolidation and expansion rely on this device to streamline their networked storage resources. Key Features Delivers 2GB Fibre Channel speeds for efficient data throughput Includes four SCSI LVD ports supporting various legacy storage devices Supports multiple protocols to ensure broad compatibility Offers stable and consistent performance in storage routing tasks Designed for rack installation and easy integration with existing SAN setups This router plays a practical role in linking different storage technologies, allowing organizations to maximize their existing hardware investments. Its consistent performance supports smooth storage operations without complexity. Reliability and compatibility define its value in managing mixed storage environments.

Use Cases
The HP StorageWorks M2402 is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise storage networks where legacy SCSI devices need to interface with Fibre Channel SANs. Storage administrators benefit from its ability to integrate diverse storage hardware efficiently and maintain centralized management. How It's Used: Connecting legacy SCSI LVD storage arrays to Fibre Channel SANs in enterprise IT environments Facilitating storage consolidation efforts in data center rack deployments Supporting storage expansion projects that integrate older storage media Enabling seamless data transfers in heterogeneous storage clusters Providing network storage routing for mid-sized to large-scale storage infrastructure This router helps maintain operational efficiency by enabling cross-protocol communication and simplifying storage network management. It supports scalability and performance needs without requiring complete overhauls of existing storage assets.