Name: AG561A HP 17624 Director Blade SAN 48-Ports 4Gb/s Fibre Channel Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: AG561A
Price: 505.76 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The AG561A - HP 17624 Director Blade SAN 48-Ports 4Gb/s Switch serves as a vital component within HP BladeSystem storage networks. It delivers high-density Fibre Channel port connectivity at 4 Gb/s speeds, fitting neatly into blade enclosures to provide scalable and manageable SAN fabrics without compromising on performance or reliability.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch, Modular Switch
Form Factor	Chassis-Based
Mount Type	Shelf Mount
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	SFP
Port Speed	4 Gbps
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	LC

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45), SSH, Telnet, SNMP, Web GUI
Security Features	Zoning, Role-based access control, RADIUS, TACACS+, SSH
Management Type	Managed
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,SNMP,HTTP,HTTPS,Telnet

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The AG561A is a director-class SAN switch blade designed to fit within HP BladeSystem enclosures. It facilitates high-performance storage networking by providing multiple Fibre Channel ports with 4 Gb/s throughput, ensuring efficient data movement across storage fabrics. Commonly found in enterprise data centers and storage clusters, this switch blade supports scalable SAN architectures. It is built for IT professionals who manage complex storage infrastructures requiring dependable connectivity and bandwidth. Key Features Offers 48 Fibre Channel ports with consistent 4 Gb/s data rates Integrates seamlessly with HP BladeSystem chassis for compact deployment Enables robust fabric management and zoning capabilities Supports high availability and redundancy within storage networks Designed for low latency and efficient data flow in storage environments This director blade plays a critical role in enabling smooth and reliable SAN operations. Its design ensures that storage traffic is handled efficiently, supporting overall network performance and uptime. With robust construction and comprehensive fabric features, it delivers consistent connectivity that storage administrators depend on for maintaining operational stability.

Use Cases
The AG561A switch blade is typically deployed in enterprise storage environments requiring dense SAN connectivity within blade servers. It suits IT teams managing virtualization platforms and storage clusters who need efficient and scalable fabric solutions. How It's Used: Integrating SAN fabrics in HP BladeSystem chassis for consolidated storage networking Supporting storage clusters in data center environments with high port density needs Facilitating virtualization infrastructures by providing fast, reliable storage access Enabling redundant and high-availability SAN configurations for enterprise workloads Managing fabric zoning and security within complex storage networks By supporting dense port counts and consistent 4 Gb/s throughput, this switch blade helps maintain smooth data flow and efficient resource utilization. It supports operational efficiency by simplifying SAN fabric expansion and ensuring stable connectivity in demanding storage environments.