Name: 316147-001 Compaq 24-Port 2Gbps Fibre Channel Switch for SAN
Brand: Compaq
SKU: 316147-001
Price: 251.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The Compaq StorageWorks Edge 2/24 x Ports Fibre Channel Switch offers 24 high-speed Fibre Channel ports primarily designed to link storage arrays and servers within SANs. It fits well in edge or medium-scale data centers needing reliable storage networking without extensive complexity.

General Information
Brand	Compaq
Part Number	316147-001
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	24
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	10/100Base-T, SFP, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	2.125 Gbps Fibre Channel
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	96 Gbps (full duplex)
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP

Performance
Latency	< 2 µs (typical port-to-port)

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI,CLI,SSH,Telnet,SNMP,Serial Console (RJ-45),10/100Base-T,USB Console
Security Features	Zoning,Port Security,Role-Based Access Control (RBAC),RADIUS,LDAP,CHAP,SSL
Management Type	CLI,Web GUI,SNMP,SSH,Telnet
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS

Power & Cooling
Fans	2 (hot-swappable)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.7 × 17.0 × 14.0 inches
Weight	12.00
Operating Temperature	5°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL
Compliant Standards	FC-SW, FC-GS

Product Description
The Compaq StorageWorks Edge 2/24 x Ports Fibre Channel Switch is built to manage and optimize storage area networks by providing fast and stable connectivity between storage devices and servers. It is commonly used in small to mid-sized enterprise data centers where reliable SAN performance is critical. Often found in setups that require efficient data flow and high-speed communication, this switch benefits IT professionals who need straightforward, dependable infrastructure components without excessive complexity. Key Features Includes 24 ports capable of 2 Gbps Fibre Channel speeds for high throughput Supports zoning and management features to organize SAN traffic effectively Compact design fits well into limited rack space environments Delivers consistent low latency to reduce storage access delays Compatible with a broad range of SAN devices for flexible deployment This switch is typically deployed in environments where storage consolidation and high availability are priorities, such as in backup systems or disaster recovery setups. It helps maintain smooth data transfers that are critical for ongoing business operations.

Use Cases
The Compaq 24-Port 2Gbps Fibre Channel Switch is commonly deployed in SAN environments within mid-sized enterprises and edge data centers. It is particularly suited for organizations aiming to establish or expand storage networks that require consistent low-latency connectivity between storage arrays and servers. How It's Used: Connecting storage clusters in medium-sized data centers to support high-throughput backup and recovery operations. Integrating virtualization host servers with shared SAN storage in enterprise IT environments for improved resource utilization. Linking remote office storage arrays to central data centers in distributed enterprise networks requiring reliable SAN connectivity. Supporting database servers with low-latency connections to dedicated storage arrays for transaction-intensive workloads. Facilitating edge computing deployments where compact yet scalable SAN switches are necessary to manage local storage traffic efficiently. This switch enhances operational efficiency by providing dependable, low-latency storage network traffic handling while enabling scalability as organizational storage needs grow. Its form factor and performance characteristics make it practical for environments balancing space constraints with the demand for robust SAN infrastructure.