Name: AK860B HP 48-Port 8GB/s Fibre Channel SAN Director Blade Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: AK860B
Price: 114.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The AK860B HP 48 x SFP Ports 8GB/s Fibre Channel SAN Director Blade Switch is designed to provide dense and fast Fibre Channel connectivity in blade chassis setups. It fits into SAN environments where multiple devices need fast, reliable interconnection without taking excessive space. This switch is a core component in storage networks aiming for seamless data flow and high availability.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	AK860B
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	SFP
Port Speed	8 Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	768 Gbps
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Connector Type	SFP (mini-GBIC)

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

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The AK860B is a blade switch offering 48 SFP Fibre Channel ports capable of 8GB/s speeds, designed to support robust SAN infrastructures. It is often found in data centers where space efficiency and high throughput are essential. Storage administrators and IT professionals typically use this switch to connect multiple storage devices and servers efficiently. Key Features High port density accommodates numerous devices within limited rack space 8GB/s speed per port facilitates rapid data access and transfer Blade design fits into compatible chassis for streamlined SAN deployments Supports Fibre Channel protocols ensuring compatibility with existing SANs Reliable hardware built to sustain continuous operation in demanding environments This switch is commonly deployed in enterprise SANs requiring high bandwidth and compact design. It helps maintain smooth storage operations and minimizes latency in critical applications. The AK860B plays an important role in linking storage arrays and servers, enabling efficient data management across the network.

Use Cases
The AK860B HP 48 x SFP Fibre Channel SAN Director Blade Switch is ideal for enterprise data centers and storage networks requiring dense, high-speed interconnections. It benefits IT administrators managing virtualization platforms and large-scale storage clusters needing low-latency, high-throughput connectivity within blade chassis environments. How It's Used: Connecting multiple SAN storage arrays in enterprise data centers to optimize data flow for mission-critical applications. Supporting virtualization environments by providing fast, reliable Fibre Channel links for VM storage access across blade servers. Enabling high-density blade chassis integration in rack deployments where space and power efficiency are priorities. Facilitating storage clustering solutions that require consistent, low-latency connectivity for distributed data management. Serving remote office data centers with consolidated SAN infrastructure to improve operational management and scalability. This switch enhances operational efficiency by offering scalable, high-performance connectivity tailored for complex storage networks. Its blade form factor supports compact infrastructure designs, while its high port density ensures future-proof expansion within demanding IT environments.