Name: HPE Storageworks Bw409a Vls9000 8gb Fibre Channel Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: BW409A
Price: 1854.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The BW409A HPE StorageWorks VLS9000 8Gb Fibre Channel Switch is a core component for storage networking, enabling fast and reliable connections in data centers. It fits well in setups where maintaining high-speed data flow between servers and storage arrays is a priority, supporting the backbone of storage infrastructure with solid performance and scalability.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	BW409A
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	24
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Speed	8 Gbps
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Connector Type	SFP

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI,Web GUI,SNMP
Security Features	Zoning,Port Binding,Role-Based Access Control (RBAC),RADIUS,TACACS+
Management Type	Out-of-band, In-band
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,SNMP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV

Product Description
The BW409A HPE StorageWorks VLS9000 8Gb Fibre Channel Switch provides fast and reliable connectivity for storage area networks. Often found in enterprise data centers, this switch is built for organizations needing efficient data transfer between servers and storage devices. It’s commonly used in environments where speed and uptime are critical, such as virtualization and cloud storage setups. Key Features Supports 8Gb Fibre Channel for rapid data movement Offers 24 ports to connect multiple devices simultaneously Includes advanced fabric services to enhance network stability Compatible with a variety of HPE storage solutions for easy deployment Energy-efficient design to reduce operational costs This switch is typically deployed in medium to large-scale storage networks, ensuring smooth communication between critical systems. Its role is essential in maintaining quick access to storage resources, helping IT teams manage workloads more effectively without bottlenecks.

Use Cases
The HPE StorageWorks BW409A VLS9000 8Gb Fibre Channel Switch is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers and storage networks where high-speed, low-latency connectivity is essential. IT teams managing large-scale virtualization, database workloads, or backup environments benefit from its robust port density and seamless integration with HPE storage solutions. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays and servers in enterprise data centers to support mission-critical applications. Enabling high-throughput SAN fabrics for virtualization environments requiring rapid data access. Facilitating backup and disaster recovery networks for SMB and mid-market organizations. Supporting storage clusters in financial services firms demanding minimal latency and high availability. Implementing scalable Fibre Channel infrastructure in cloud service provider data centers. This switch enhances operational efficiency by providing reliable, scalable SAN connectivity tailored for demanding storage workloads. Its performance characteristics help maintain consistent data flow and facilitate growth in evolving storage infrastructures.