641146-B21

This HP fabric extender expands network capabilities within the BladeSystem c3000 enclosure by providing additional high-speed ports. It is often found in data centers where blade servers require efficient and flexible connectivity options.

Built for IT teams managing blade systems, this extender enhances network scalability without needing separate switches for each blade chassis. It’s commonly used in environments demanding robust internal and external data flows.

Key Features

• Supports 16 1/10GBase-KR ports for backplane connections between blades
• Includes 8 SFP+ slots for uplink flexibility with fiber or DAC cables
• Integrates seamlessly with HP BladeSystem c3000 enclosures to simplify networking
• Offers high bandwidth paths suitable for virtualization and storage traffic
• Provides fabric extension to reduce cabling complexity and improve management

Typically, this fabric extender is deployed in blade server setups within enterprise or service provider data centers. It helps centralize network traffic and reduces the need for multiple external switches, making the infrastructure cleaner and easier to maintain.