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481548-001 HP 48-Port 8GB Fibre Channel Blade SAN Director Switch DC Power

SKU:
481548-001
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 48 Fibre Channel ports with 8Gbps speed for high-performance SAN connectivity
  • Compact blade design fits into HP BladeSystem for efficient space use
  • Built for data centers requiring fast and reliable storage networking
  • Supports DC power for enterprise-level energy management
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$114.00

Product Overview

The HP StorageWorks 48-Port 8GB Fibre Channel Blade Option is a storage switch designed to fit within HP BladeSystems, offering high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity for SAN environments. It serves as a key component in data centers where fast and reliable storage access is crucial, supporting large-scale storage networking needs without taking up additional rack space.

General Information

Brand HP
Part Number 481548-001
Condition Refurbished

Technical Information

Switch Ports 48
Number of Ports 48-Ports
Port Type SFP+
Port Speed 8 Gbps Fibre Channel
POE Support No
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,Web GUI,SSH,Telnet
Security Features Zoning, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), SSH, Access Control Lists (ACLs)
Management Type CLI, Web-based GUI
Remote Management Protocol SNMP, SSH, Telnet

Physical Characteristics

Weight 3.00


Product Description

This HP StorageWorks 48-Port 8GB Fibre Channel Blade Option is designed to deliver robust storage area network (SAN) performance within HP BladeSystem environments. It provides high-speed data transfer and connectivity between servers and storage devices, streamlining data flow in demanding data center setups.

Often found in enterprise data centers and large-scale IT infrastructures, this SAN director switch enables administrators to manage extensive storage networks with improved speed and reliability. It's built for IT professionals who need efficient and scalable storage networking solutions.

Key Features

  • Handles up to 48 Fibre Channel ports at 8Gbps for fast data exchange
  • Blade form factor conserves rack space and integrates easily with HP systems
  • DC power compatibility supports flexible power configurations
  • Facilitates high availability with redundant components and failover support
  • Provides centralized management for simplified SAN administration

This switch is typically deployed in data centers where dense, high-speed storage connectivity is essential. It helps maintain smooth operation of storage networks by reducing bottlenecks and ensuring consistent data throughput.

By using this model, organizations can improve storage efficiency and keep their critical applications running with minimal disruption.


Use Cases

The 481548-001 HP 48-Port 8GB Fibre Channel Blade SAN Director Switch DC Power is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers and large-scale storage environments requiring high-throughput and low-latency storage networking. IT professionals managing virtualized infrastructures or extensive SAN clusters benefit from its compact blade design and robust connectivity.

How It's Used:

  • Supporting virtualization platforms in enterprise IT environments by providing fast, reliable storage access for multiple virtual machines.
  • Connecting storage arrays in large data centers to streamline SAN traffic and improve data throughput for mission-critical applications.
  • Facilitating high-performance backup and recovery workflows in disaster recovery sites requiring efficient SAN connectivity.
  • Integrating into HP BladeSystem chassis within rack deployments to optimize space while maintaining high port density for storage networks.
  • Enabling scalable SAN fabrics in cloud service provider environments to support dynamic storage provisioning and multi-tenant workloads.

This switch enhances operational efficiency by consolidating storage connectivity within blade infrastructures, reducing cabling complexity and power consumption. Its scalability supports growing storage demands without compromising network performance, making it well-suited for complex SAN topologies in demanding enterprise settings.


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481548-001 HP 48-Port 8GB Fibre Channel Blade SAN Director Switch DC Power
481548-001 HP 48-Port 8GB Fibre Channel Blade SAN Director Switch DC Power
$114.00