Name: AK859B HP StorageWorks 32 x Ports 8Gb/s SFP mini-GBIC Fibre Channel SAN Director Blade Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: AK859B
Price: 181.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The AK859B HP StorageWorks 32 x Ports 8Gb/s SFP mini-GBIC Fibre Channel SAN Director Blade Switch delivers high-density, fast Fibre Channel connectivity within HP SAN Director chassis. It fits into enterprise storage setups needing reliable and scalable SAN switching, balancing performance and flexibility without adding complexity to the network design.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	AK859B
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	32
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	SFP
Port Speed	8Gb/s
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	512 Gbps
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP (mini-GBIC)

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI, CLI (SSH/Telnet), SNMP, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Security Features	Zoning, WWN-based access control, Role-based access control, ACLs
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH, HTTPS, Telnet

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL
Compliant Standards	Fibre Channel

Product Description
The AK859B is a blade switch designed for the HP StorageWorks SAN Director chassis, providing 32 ports that support 8Gb/s Fibre Channel connections. It is commonly used in enterprise data centers to facilitate fast and reliable storage area network (SAN) communication. This switch is often found in environments where high throughput and low latency storage access are critical. Built for IT professionals managing SAN infrastructure, the AK859B helps maintain robust storage networking with its flexible port configuration and compatibility with mini-GBIC SFP modules. Its architecture supports scalable storage solutions, making it a practical choice for growing data demands. Key Features 32 high-speed 8Gb/s Fibre Channel ports for dense SAN connectivity Supports a range of SFP mini-GBIC transceivers for adaptable setups Integrates seamlessly into HP StorageWorks SAN Director blade environments Provides reliable data transfer with minimal latency in storage networks Enables scalable SAN designs suited for enterprise storage growth This blade switch is typically deployed in large-scale storage networks, where multiple servers and storage arrays require high-bandwidth connections. It plays a critical role in maintaining the flow of data in environments where downtime or slow access can impact operations significantly.

Use Cases
The AK859B HP StorageWorks 32 x Ports 8Gb/s SFP mini-GBIC Fibre Channel SAN Director Blade Switch is primarily deployed in enterprise data centers that require high-throughput and low-latency storage area network (SAN) connectivity. Organizations running large virtualization environments or demanding storage clusters benefit most from its scalable and dense port design within HP SAN Director chassis. How It's Used: Integrating high-speed SAN connectivity for virtualized server farms in enterprise IT environments. Supporting mission-critical storage clusters in data centers with heavy transactional workloads. Providing scalable SAN fabric expansion in rack deployments to accommodate growing storage demands. Enabling consolidated backup and recovery solutions across distributed storage arrays. Facilitating SAN connectivity for edge computing nodes requiring centralized storage access. This SAN Director Blade Switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering reliable and flexible Fibre Channel connectivity within dense blade architectures. Its design supports scalable SAN infrastructures, allowing IT teams to maintain performance and adapt to evolving storage requirements without disrupting existing network topologies.