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AK860C HP 48-Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel SAN Director Blade Switch

SKU:
AK860C
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 48 SFP (mini-GBIC) ports for high-density connectivity
  • 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speed for fast data transfer
  • Blade switch design optimized for SAN environments
  • Supports scalable storage area network deployments
In stock

$329.00

Product Overview

The AK860C HP 48 x SFP Ports 8GB/s Fibre Channel SAN Director Blade Switch provides a robust solution for managing SAN traffic in data centers. It fits seamlessly into blade chassis environments, delivering high-speed connections and efficient data handling for storage networks that demand consistent performance and reliability.

General Information

Brand HP
Part Number AK860C
Condition Refurbished

Technical Information

Switch Ports 48
Number of Ports 48-Ports
Port Type SFP
Port Speed 8 Gbps Fibre Channel
POE Support No
VLAN Support No
Connector Type SFP (mini-GBIC)

Physical Characteristics

Weight 5.00


Product Description

The AK860C HP Fibre Channel SAN Director Blade Switch is built for handling heavy storage traffic in data centers and enterprise SAN environments. It offers 48 SFP ports, enabling connections to various storage devices with high reliability and low latency. This switch is often found in storage area networks where fast and efficient data flow between servers and storage is critical.

Designed primarily for storage administrators and IT professionals managing large-scale SANs, it helps simplify infrastructure while supporting demanding workloads. Whether deployed in blade chassis or as part of a larger SAN fabric, it provides the backbone for data storage communication.

Key Features

  • Provides 8Gb/s Fibre Channel throughput for quick data access
  • High port density with 48 SFP ports for flexible connectivity
  • Blade form factor integrates easily into existing chassis setups
  • Supports zoning and traffic management to optimize SAN performance
  • Maintains data integrity with robust error detection and correction

This switch is typically deployed in enterprise storage networks, especially in environments requiring fast access to large volumes of data. It plays a vital role in ensuring smooth data transfers between storage arrays and servers, helping prevent bottlenecks and downtime. Its reliable performance makes it a trusted component in professional SAN infrastructures.


Use Cases

The AK860C HP 48-Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel SAN Director Blade Switch is primarily utilized within enterprise data centers and large-scale storage environments requiring high-throughput, low-latency connectivity. It is well-suited for IT teams managing SAN fabrics in virtualization environments and organizations focusing on scalable storage infrastructures.

How It's Used:

  • Supporting high-performance storage clusters in enterprise data centers to enable rapid access to shared storage resources.
  • Integrating SAN traffic for virtualization platforms, ensuring reliable connectivity for virtual machines and applications.
  • Facilitating storage consolidation projects where multiple servers require centralized, high-speed access to SAN arrays.
  • Deployment within blade chassis setups to optimize space and streamline SAN management in dense computing environments.
  • Providing backbone connectivity for backup and disaster recovery systems that demand consistent, high-bandwidth data transfers.

This blade switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering dependable, scalable SAN connectivity tailored for demanding data center workloads. Its design supports growth in storage environments without compromising performance or manageability.


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AK860C HP 48-Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel SAN Director Blade Switch
AK860C HP 48-Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel SAN Director Blade Switch
$329.00