Name: 492293-001 HP 8/40 Gbps Base Full Fabric e-Port SAN Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: 492293-001
Price: 1491.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP StorageWorks 8/40 Base Full Fabric e-Port SAN Switch acts as a core component in storage area networks, providing high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity that supports both current and expanding SAN requirements. It fits into HP environments to ensure data moves quickly and reliably between storage and computing resources.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Product Description
The HP StorageWorks 8/40 Base Full Fabric e-Port SAN Switch provides reliable connectivity for storage area networks, facilitating high-bandwidth data transfers between servers and storage devices. Built for environments that require robust, low-latency communication, it is commonly found in data centers and enterprise storage setups. Often deployed by IT professionals managing complex storage infrastructures, this switch helps maintain smooth and efficient data flow across multiple storage nodes. Its design supports expanding network fabrics while ensuring compatibility with other HP StorageWorks equipment. Key Features Delivers 8 Gbps native and 40 Gbps enhanced fabric speeds Enables full fabric connectivity for scalable SAN architectures Integrates seamlessly with HP StorageWorks components Offers improved throughput for storage traffic Supports zoning and advanced SAN management functions This switch is typically installed in enterprise data centers where storage performance and reliability are critical. It plays a crucial role in maintaining efficient SAN operations, allowing organizations to handle demanding storage workloads with confidence.

Use Cases
The 492293-001 HP 8/40 Gbps Base Full Fabric e-Port SAN Switch is primarily utilized in enterprise SAN environments requiring reliable, high-throughput storage connectivity. It is especially suited for data centers and IT operations that manage large-scale storage arrays and demand seamless integration with HP StorageWorks infrastructure. How It's Used: Connecting virtualization hosts to shared storage in large-scale data center SANs to maintain low latency and high availability. Supporting storage clusters in enterprise IT environments that require rapid data replication and backup processes. Facilitating high-speed data transfers in cloud service provider infrastructures to optimize storage resource allocation. Enabling scalable rack deployments where modular storage expansion and flexible SAN zoning are critical. Integrating with HP StorageWorks systems in mid-size to large organizations to streamline storage management and improve data flow efficiency. This switch supports operational efficiency by ensuring consistent high-speed connectivity and scalability in storage networks. Its design allows IT teams to maintain performance under growing data loads, simplifying network expansion and improving overall storage infrastructure resilience.

492293-001 HP 8/40 Gbps Base Full Fabric e-Port SAN Switch

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