Name: 257544-001 HP 16-Port 2Gbps Fibre Channel SAN Switch for Alphaserver
Brand: HP
SKU: 257544-001
Price: 429.56 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (114 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 16-Ports 2Gb Fibre Channel SAN Switch provides focused connectivity for HP Alphaserver environments. It fits into SAN setups where stable and speedy data transfers between servers and storage are essential, supporting critical enterprise storage needs without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	16
Number of Ports	16-Ports
Port Type	SFP
Port Speed	2 Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	32 Gbps
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	LC

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	Zoning
Security	Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH, Telnet

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Product Description
This HP 16-Ports 2Gb Fibre Channel SAN Switch is built for managing storage area networks with efficiency and speed. It is commonly used in enterprise environments where HP Alphaserver DS and ES series servers require fast, stable SAN connections to storage devices. Often found in data centers and server rooms, this switch provides reliable connectivity for storage networks that demand high throughput and low latency. IT professionals and system administrators benefit from its straightforward integration with HP server hardware. Key Features Offers 16 ports running at 2Gbps for robust data transfer Ensures compatibility with a range of HP Alphaserver models Handles storage traffic effectively to improve SAN performance Supports zoning and management features to secure data flows Built to fit standard rack environments common in data centers This switch is typically deployed within SAN architectures supporting HP servers, helping to streamline access to shared storage resources. It plays a critical role in maintaining fast and dependable connections between servers and storage arrays.

Use Cases
The HP 16-Ports 2Gb Fibre Channel SAN Switch is predominantly utilized within data centers and enterprise storage networks that support HP Alphaserver systems. Organizations with legacy HP server deployments seeking stable and high-throughput storage area network (SAN) connectivity benefit from this switch’s compatibility and performance. How It's Used: Connecting multiple HP Alphaserver models in rack-mounted enterprise storage clusters to facilitate efficient data sharing and backup operations. Supporting virtualization environments where stable SAN connectivity is critical for maintaining consistent storage access across virtual machines. Enabling midsize data centers to integrate legacy HP servers into modern SAN architectures without replacing existing hardware. Facilitating disaster recovery setups by linking geographically distributed HP server sites through high-speed Fibre Channel connections. Providing dedicated storage network traffic management for HP server farms running database and transaction-heavy workloads. This switch helps maintain operational continuity by delivering dependable SAN performance tailored to HP Alphaserver environments. Its design supports scalable storage networking needs, ensuring that data throughput and system reliability align with enterprise IT demands.

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257544-001 HP 16-Port 2Gbps Fibre Channel SAN Switch for Alphaserver

257544-001

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