Name: AM869B HP 8/40 24 x Active Ports 8GB/s Enabled Managed 1U Rack-mountable SAN Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: AM869B
Price: 839.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The AM869B HP 8/40 SAN switch provides 24 active ports running at 8Gb/s, making it a solid choice for storage area networks that demand high throughput and low latency. Its managed design and rack-mountable form factor allow it to fit seamlessly into data center environments where efficient space use and precise traffic control matter.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	AM869B
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	24-Ports
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	8 Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	384 Gbps
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,Web GUI,CLI,SNMP,SSH,Telnet
Security Features	Zoning,Port Binding,Access Control
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP/HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Product Description
The AM869B SAN switch is built for managing storage traffic in data centers, providing 24 active ports each running at 8Gb/s. It is commonly found in enterprise environments where fast and reliable storage communication is essential. IT professionals and network administrators rely on this switch to handle demanding SAN workloads efficiently. Key Features Offers 24 active Fibre Channel ports for extensive connectivity Delivers 8Gb/s speed per port for low-latency data transfers Designed as a 1U rack-mountable unit to save space Managed switch capabilities give control over network traffic Supports enterprise-level storage networking requirements This switch is typically deployed in mid-to-large scale data centers where fast SAN connectivity is crucial. It plays a key role in enabling smooth data flow between servers and storage arrays, helping maintain system performance and reliability.

Use Cases
The AM869B HP 8/40 SAN switch is designed for deployment in enterprise data centers and large-scale storage environments where high-speed, low-latency connectivity is critical. It is especially suited for IT teams managing virtualization platforms, storage clusters, and demanding SAN infrastructures needing reliable port management and traffic control. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays to servers in enterprise virtualization environments to ensure rapid data access and efficient workload distribution. Forming the backbone of storage clusters in data centers that require scalable and low-latency SAN connectivity. Enabling high-throughput data transfers for backup and disaster recovery systems within large IT infrastructures. Supporting managed SAN fabrics in multi-tenant data centers where precise traffic segmentation and monitoring are necessary. Providing rack-mountable SAN switching solutions for telecom and cloud service providers managing extensive storage resources. By integrating this managed switch, organizations gain improved operational efficiency and scalability within their storage networks. Its rack-friendly design and port density facilitate streamlined deployment and future expansion, ensuring sustained performance under heavy SAN workloads.

AM869B HP 8/40 24 x Active Ports 8GB/s Enabled Managed 1U Rack-mountable SAN Switch

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Management and Configuration

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases