Name: C8S46A HP Brocade 28 x 16GB Ports SFP+ Layer 2 Managed SAN Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: C8S46A
Price: 1449.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP Brocade 28 x 16GB Ports SFP+ Layer 2 Managed SAN Switch provides high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity with 28 16Gbps ports, making it suitable for complex storage area networks. It fits into enterprise data centers that require reliable, low-latency switching to support large volumes of storage traffic. This switch offers precise management for Layer 2 SAN environments, helping storage teams maintain efficient and secure data flows.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	C8S46A
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	28
Number of Ports	28-Ports
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	16 Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	896 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,RJ-45 (Mgmt)
Security Features	RADIUS,TACACS+,SSH,Role-based access control,Port security
Management Type	CLI,Web GUI,SNMP
Security	RADIUS,TACACS+,SSH
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTPS,HTTP,SNMP

Power & Cooling
Power	100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Power Supply	Dual hot-plug redundant power supplies

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The HP Brocade 28 x 16GB Ports SFP+ Layer 2 Managed SAN Switch is built to handle demanding storage networking tasks. This switch is commonly found in data centers where fast and reliable Fibre Channel connectivity is essential for SAN environments. IT professionals and storage administrators rely on it to manage and optimize their storage traffic efficiently. Key Features High port density with 28 16Gbps SFP+ ports for scalable SAN deployments Layer 2 management capabilities ensure precise control over data flow and zoning Designed to minimize latency for critical storage applications Supports advanced storage protocols to maintain data integrity and performance Compatible with various storage systems and SAN fabrics This switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers where large-scale storage arrays need fast, reliable interconnects. Its role is crucial in maintaining smooth, uninterrupted data transfers between servers and storage devices, helping organizations keep their storage infrastructure responsive and available.

Use Cases
The C8S46A HP Brocade 28 x 16GB Ports SFP+ Layer 2 Managed SAN Switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and large-scale storage area networks requiring high-throughput and low-latency Fibre Channel connectivity. Storage administrators and IT infrastructure teams managing virtualized environments or high-demand storage clusters benefit from its robust performance and precise Layer 2 management capabilities. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays to servers in high-performance compute clusters within enterprise data centers. Supporting virtualization platforms by providing dedicated SAN fabric for virtual machine storage traffic. Implementing SAN fabrics in financial institutions where low latency and data integrity are critical. Integrating with backup and disaster recovery systems in distributed storage environments. Scaling storage infrastructure in media and entertainment sectors requiring rapid data access. This SAN switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering reliable and scalable Fibre Channel connectivity, ensuring storage traffic flows with minimal latency. Its Layer 2 managed architecture supports complex topologies and seamless integration, facilitating the growth and performance demands of modern storage networks.