Name: AM867C HP 8/8 Base 8 x Ports Full Fabric Enabled SAN Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: AM867C
Price: 864.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The AM867C HP 8/8 Base SAN Switch is a compact Fibre Channel switch that connects storage devices in enterprise SAN environments. It delivers essential fabric-enabled ports to facilitate fast and reliable storage communication, making it suitable for data centers where consistent performance is necessary.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	AM867C
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
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), Web GUI, CLI (SSH/Telnet), SNMP
Management Type	Out-of-band, In-band
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, Telnet, HTTP, HTTPS, SNMP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The AM867C HP 8/8 Base SAN Switch manages storage area networks by connecting multiple devices over Fibre Channel. It's often found in data centers where reliable, high-speed storage communication is essential. Built for IT professionals handling enterprise storage solutions, this switch facilitates efficient data transfer between servers and storage arrays with minimal latency. Key Features Eight full fabric-enabled ports ensure seamless SAN connections Supports Fibre Channel speeds up to 8 Gbps for fast data throughput Compact design fits into standard rack setups Enhanced fabric services improve network reliability and scalability Compatible with various HP storage equipment and management tools This switch is typically deployed in enterprise IT environments, supporting critical storage operations. Its role in providing stable, high-bandwidth links helps maintain smooth data workflows and storage availability.

Use Cases
The AM867C HP 8/8 Base SAN Switch is primarily deployed in enterprise data centers requiring efficient storage area network connectivity. It is suited for IT administrators managing high-performance storage clusters where low latency and full fabric-enabled communication are critical. This switch supports environments demanding reliable and scalable Fibre Channel infrastructure for storage virtualization and backup solutions. How It's Used: Connecting multiple storage arrays in a medium-sized enterprise SAN to facilitate high-speed data replication and backup. Integrating with virtualization platforms in data centers to ensure seamless storage traffic flow for virtual machine workloads. Deployment within rack-mounted server environments requiring consolidated storage access with minimal latency. Supporting remote office SAN extensions where compact and robust fibre channel switching is needed to maintain centralized storage management. Facilitating efficient data flow in storage clusters that handle large transactional databases or high I/O applications. By providing a stable and fully fabric-enabled switching fabric, the AM867C enhances operational efficiency in storage networks. Its design supports scalability and consistent performance, making it a reliable choice for enterprises focused on maintaining robust and agile storage infrastructure.