Name: 313330-001 HP 16-Port Fibre Channel Patch Panel for BladeSystem
Brand: HP
SKU: 313330-001
Price: 91.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP BL20p FC Patch Panel helps organize and manage Fibre Channel connections within HP BladeSystem environments. It fits into existing rack infrastructure to facilitate clean and efficient storage networking, making it a practical choice for IT teams handling SAN configurations.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Compatibility	HP ProLiant BL20p

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Rack-mount (patch panel)
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
The HP BL20p FC Patch Panel serves as an essential component in Fibre Channel storage area networks, streamlining connections between servers and storage devices. It is often found in data centers and enterprise environments where reliable, high-speed storage communications are critical. Built for integration with HP BladeSystem enclosures, this patch panel simplifies cable management and enhances network organization. IT administrators and system engineers commonly use it to maintain clean, efficient SAN layouts. Key Features Supports 16 Fibre Channel ports for robust SAN connectivity Designed to fit neatly within a 1U rack space Provides consistent, low-latency data paths Compatible with HP BladeSystem infrastructure Helps organize and reduce cable clutter This patch panel is typically deployed in mid-size to large enterprise data centers where HP BladeSystem servers are standard. It plays a practical role in maintaining network reliability and simplifying storage network management without adding complexity.

Use Cases
The HP BL20p FC Patch Panel is primarily deployed in enterprise IT data centers and storage area network (SAN) environments utilizing HP BladeSystem enclosures. It is suited for IT professionals managing complex SAN infrastructures requiring organized Fibre Channel connectivity and efficient rack space utilization. How It's Used: Centralizing Fibre Channel connections within HP BladeSystem chassis for streamlined SAN management in enterprise data centers. Facilitating high-density storage cluster interconnects in virtualization environments demanding low-latency, high-throughput links. Organizing SAN cabling in medium to large-scale IT facilities to improve maintenance efficiency and reduce downtime. Supporting scalable SAN expansions in rapidly growing organizations by providing additional FC port availability in existing rack deployments. Integrating edge computing nodes with centralized storage via Fibre Channel networks for improved data access and reliability. This patch panel enhances operational efficiency by simplifying Fibre Channel cable management within HP BladeSystem racks, enabling smoother scalability and consistent performance for storage networking workloads.

313330-001 HP 16-Port Fibre Channel Patch Panel for BladeSystem

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Miscellaneous

Physical Characteristics

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Use Cases