Name: AM866A-8 HP 8-Port Active Fibre Channel SAN Switch Base Model
Brand: HP
SKU: AM866A-8
Price: 265.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The AM866A-8 switch delivers eight active Fibre Channel E-ports intended for enhancing SAN fabric efficiency. It fits into core and edge layers of storage networks, facilitating robust data exchange and simplifying fabric management without overcomplicating deployment requirements.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	8
Number of Ports	8-Ports
Port Type	SFP
Port Speed	8 Gbps
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,Ethernet (RJ-45) Management
Security Features	Zoning,SSH,SSL,RADIUS,TACACS+
Management Type	CLI,Web GUI
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,HTTPS,Telnet

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The AM866A-8 is a Fibre Channel switch tailored for storage area network (SAN) configurations, offering eight active E-ports for robust connectivity. It is commonly integrated into SAN fabrics to enable efficient data routing and improved network scalability. Built for IT professionals managing storage infrastructure, this switch supports seamless expansion and high throughput, accommodating the demands of modern data centers and enterprise storage solutions. Key Features Provides eight active E-ports for flexible SAN fabric interconnections Designed to maintain consistent data flow with low latency Compact footprint suitable for dense rack environments Supports standard Fibre Channel protocols for compatibility Enables scalable storage network growth without complexity This switch serves as a dependable component in SAN topologies by maintaining reliable connectivity and consistent performance under varying network loads. Its design ensures ease of integration and longevity in storage networking setups.

Use Cases
The AM866A-8 switch is utilized in environments requiring robust SAN connectivity and data storage management. How It's Used: Connecting servers to storage arrays in enterprise data centers Facilitating high-speed data transfers in virtualized storage environments Expanding existing SAN fabrics with additional ports Supporting backup and disaster recovery storage solutions Integrating with SAN management software for centralized control These use cases demonstrate the switch's role in maintaining efficient, scalable, and reliable SAN operations across various enterprise storage scenarios.