Name: 684431-001 HP SN8000B 8GB 48-Port Enhanced Fibre Channel Blade Option
Brand: HP
SKU: 684431-001
Price: 2806.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 684431-001 HP SN8000B 8GB 48-Port Enhanced Fibre Channel Blade Option functions as a high-capacity, high-speed fibre channel interface designed to fit into HP blade server systems. It expands the fibre channel connectivity options, enabling dense port configurations within a compact blade form factor, suitable for complex storage networks.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	8Gbps
Bus Interface	Mezzanine (LOM)
Generation	Gen 4
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Chipset / Controller	Brocade
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)
Bracket Height	Internal/Mezzanine

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

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	HP BladeSystem c-Class interconnect module (blade switch)
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The 684431-001 is an 8GB Fibre Channel blade designed to provide robust and efficient connectivity for storage area networks. Commonly found in data centers and enterprise storage configurations, this component integrates seamlessly into blade server enclosures to expand fibre channel capabilities. Built for IT professionals managing storage infrastructures, it delivers high throughput and scalability needed for demanding workloads. The enhanced design ensures compatibility and improved performance in dense server deployments. Key Features Delivers 8Gbps per port for fast, low-latency data access Offers 48 ports to connect multiple storage devices or servers Enhanced blade option tailored for HP blade server chassis Supports industry-standard Fibre Channel protocols and zoning Optimized for scalability within SAN environments This blade option plays a critical role in maintaining efficient storage networking by balancing high-speed connectivity with reliability. Its integration within server blades helps streamline data center setups without sacrificing performance. With a focus on stable operation and compatibility, it supports sustained workloads and large-scale storage traffic common in enterprise IT setups.

Use Cases
This blade is typically deployed in enterprise storage networks where high throughput and numerous fibre channel connections are required. It serves organizations with significant storage demands, often integrated within blade server chassis in data centers to maximize space and connectivity. How It's Used: Connecting multiple SAN storage arrays within a high-density blade server environment Supporting virtualization platforms that require fast, reliable storage access Facilitating data replication and backup across large enterprise storage clusters Enabling scalable storage expansion for mid-size to large data centers Integrating fibre channel zoning and management in consolidated IT environments By facilitating numerous simultaneous fibre channel connections, the blade enhances operational efficiency and scalability. It contributes to maintaining consistent performance across storage networks, supporting the demanding needs of enterprise IT infrastructures.