Name: AA979A HP 2/8V SAN 8-Port 2Gbps RJ-45 Fibre Channel Ethernet Switch 1U
Brand: HP
SKU: AA979A
Price: 277.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP StorageWorks 2/8V SAN switch is a rack-mountable Ethernet switch built specifically for storage networks. It fits into data center racks and connects storage devices through high-speed 2Gbps Fibre Channel ports, providing reliable and efficient communication for SAN environments.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	8
Number of Ports	8-Ports
Port Speed	2 Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	32 Gbps
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	RJ-45

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),Web GUI,SSH
Security Features	SSH
Management Type	Out-of-band and In-band
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.75 x 17.5 x 11.0 inches
Weight	8.50

Product Description
The HP StorageWorks 2/8V SAN switch acts as a dedicated Ethernet switch tailored for storage area networks. It facilitates reliable and fast data transfer between storage devices and servers, which is critical in enterprise environments managing large volumes of data. Often found in data centers and enterprise IT setups, this switch plays a key role in linking storage arrays to hosts, ensuring smooth and efficient communication over Fibre Channel protocols via Ethernet. Key Features Eight 2Gbps Fibre Channel ports supporting SAN traffic Compact 1U design suitable for standard rack enclosures Compatibility with HP StorageWorks SAN infrastructure for seamless integration Supports high throughput with low latency for storage operations Robust Ethernet switching optimized for storage networking This switch is typically deployed within enterprise data centers where dependable storage connectivity is critical. It helps maintain consistent performance for storage area networks, which benefits IT teams relying on stable and fast access to centralized storage.

Use Cases
The HP StorageWorks 2/8V SAN switch is primarily deployed within enterprise data centers requiring robust SAN connectivity. It serves storage administrators and IT infrastructure teams managing high-throughput storage networks, especially in environments where maintaining low-latency and reliable data transfer between servers and storage arrays is critical. How It's Used: Connecting storage clusters in mid-to-large scale data centers to facilitate efficient block-level storage access. Supporting virtualization environments where multiple virtual machines require seamless access to shared SAN resources. Integrating with HP StorageWorks systems for consolidated SAN management in enterprise IT operations. Enabling high-performance backup and recovery workflows through dedicated SAN connectivity in disaster recovery sites. Deploying within rack-mounted server environments to optimize space while ensuring high-speed storage traffic handling. This switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent 2Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity tailored for storage workloads. Its rack-mountable design supports scalability within existing infrastructure, allowing IT teams to maintain optimal performance as storage demands evolve.

AA979A HP 2/8V SAN 8-Port 2Gbps RJ-45 Fibre Channel Ethernet Switch 1U

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Management and Configuration

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases