Name: 492291-003 HP 8/8 + 8-Active Ports Full Fabric SAN Switch for Storage Networks
Brand: HP
SKU: 492291-003
Price: 1180.82 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The 492291-003 - HP 8/8 + 8-Active Ports Full Fabric SAN Switch offers a combination of port density and active fabric support suitable for demanding storage networks. It fits well within medium to large SAN environments where maintaining continuous data flow and fabric integrity is crucial. This switch acts as a core element in fabric topology, enabling consistent connectivity and performance across storage nodes.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	16-Ports
Number of Ports	16-Ports
Port Type	SFP
Port Speed	8 Gbps (Fibre Channel)
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Connector Type	SFP (Fibre)

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI, Web GUI, SNMP
Security Features	Zoning (WWN-based)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The 492291-003 - HP 8/8 + 8-Active Ports Full Fabric SAN Switch is designed to facilitate efficient and reliable storage area network (SAN) connectivity. Often found in enterprise data centers and storage clusters, this switch supports high-performance Fibre Channel communication to ensure smooth data transfer across connected devices. Built for IT professionals managing SAN infrastructures, it provides a balance of port availability and active data paths to maintain network resilience. The switch’s configuration supports complex storage fabrics, aiding in effective data routing and network traffic management. Key Features Delivers a total of 16 ports with 8 active for balanced SAN traffic handling Supports Fibre Channel protocol for high-speed storage communication Provides full fabric connectivity for scalable network topologies Facilitates low-latency data transfers to optimize storage performance Includes robust port management to maintain network stability This SAN switch plays a critical role in maintaining efficient storage network operations, ensuring that data moves swiftly and reliably between servers and storage devices. Its performance and durability make it a dependable component in enterprise SAN deployments.

Use Cases
This SAN switch is typically utilized in environments where reliable, high-throughput storage networking is essential. Data centers and enterprise storage facilities benefit most from its capacity and active port design, which supports complex SAN fabrics and storage virtualization needs. How It's Used: Integrates within enterprise IT storage clusters to facilitate Fibre Channel communication Supports virtualization environments requiring stable, low-latency storage access Employed in data center SAN fabrics to enhance network scalability and redundancy Used by storage administrators managing critical backup and archival systems Deployed in rack-based SAN setups to optimize port utilization and fabric performance By providing a blend of active ports and full fabric connectivity, this switch helps maintain operational efficiency in storage networks. It supports scalable architecture and consistent performance, which are key for managing growing data demands and complex IT infrastructures.