Name: 403626-B21 HP 4GB 16-Port Fibre Channel Pass-Through Expansion Module for BLC7000/3000
Brand: HP
SKU: 403626-B21
Price: 151.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP BLC7000/3000 4GB 16-Port Fibre Channel Pass-Through Expansion Module provides direct Fibre Channel connectivity within HP BladeSystem enclosures, enabling simple and efficient storage network expansion. It fits into blade chassis where it connects servers directly to external SAN storage, supporting environments that need reliable, high-speed data transfer without additional switching hardware.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	4Gbps
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The HP BLC7000/3000 4GB 16-Port Fibre Channel Pass-Through Expansion Module allows for straightforward extension of Fibre Channel storage area networks (SANs). It fits into HP BladeSystem c7000 and c3000 enclosures to provide direct connectivity between server blades and external storage devices, without the complexity of additional switches. This module is often found in data centers and enterprise environments where reliable and high-speed SAN connectivity is essential. IT administrators and storage managers use it to simplify their SAN architecture while maintaining performance and scalability. Key Features Supports 4Gbps Fibre Channel speeds for efficient data throughput Offers 16 direct pass-through ports to connect servers to storage Built to integrate seamlessly with HP BladeSystem c7000 and c3000 chassis Eliminates the need for Fibre Channel switches in the pass-through path Helps maintain low latency and high availability in SAN setups Typically deployed in enterprise blade server setups, this expansion module helps organizations manage storage connections without adding complexity. It serves as a straightforward solution for extending SAN access to multiple blades, helping maintain organized and efficient data center infrastructure.

Use Cases
The HP 4GB 16-Port Fibre Channel Pass-Through Expansion Module is designed for IT infrastructures that require direct and high-speed SAN connectivity within blade server environments. It is particularly suited for data centers and enterprises using HP BladeSystem c7000 and c3000 enclosures that demand scalable and low-latency storage access without the complexity of additional switching layers. How It's Used: Facilitating direct Fibre Channel SAN connectivity in enterprise data centers hosting virtualization workloads on blade servers. Expanding storage access in mid-sized business server farms requiring streamlined SAN extension without additional switch hardware. Supporting storage clusters in cloud service providers’ rack deployments by providing dedicated, high-throughput Fibre Channel paths. Enabling edge computing sites to maintain reliable and low-latency storage access with minimal network complexity. Integrating with high-performance computing (HPC) environments that rely on fast and deterministic data transfer across blade enclosures. This expansion module enhances operational efficiency by simplifying SAN architecture within blade chassis, allowing organizations to scale storage connectivity effectively while maintaining consistent data flow performance. Its pass-through design reduces hardware overhead and supports seamless integration in diverse IT environments that prioritize storage network reliability and speed.

403626-B21 HP 4GB 16-Port Fibre Channel Pass-Through Expansion Module for BLC7000/3000

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