Name: AK242-63001 HP StorageWorks 8/20q 16-Ports Active Fiber Channel Switch Rackmountable
Brand: HP
SKU: AK242-63001
Price: 413.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP StorageWorks 8/20q 16-Ports Active Fibre Channel Switch is focused on delivering robust storage networking performance. It fits into rack-mount setups and serves as a core component in SAN infrastructures, linking multiple devices with fast and stable Fibre Channel connections.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	16
Number of Ports	16-Ports
Port Type	SFP
Port Speed	2 Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	64 Gbps
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP (LC duplex)

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,Web GUI,CLI,SNMP
Security Features	Zoning,RADIUS,TACACS+,SSH
Management Type	CLI/Web GUI/SNMP
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTPS,HTTP,SNMP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	8.50

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The HP StorageWorks 8/20q 16-Ports Active Fibre Channel Switch offers reliable connectivity for enterprise storage networks. It’s commonly used in data centers to connect servers and storage arrays, enabling fast and efficient data transfers. Built for IT professionals managing SAN environments, it provides the performance needed to support demanding applications and workloads. Key Features Provides 16 Fibre Channel ports capable of high throughput Supports data rates of 8 and 20 Gbps for flexible performance Designed to fit in standard server racks for easy deployment Ensures compatibility with HP StorageWorks storage solutions Offers active switching to improve network reliability and speed This switch is often found in enterprise storage environments where consistent, high-speed connectivity is critical. It plays a key role in maintaining smooth data flow between storage systems and servers, helping IT teams manage storage resources efficiently without bottlenecks.

Use Cases
The AK242-63001 HP StorageWorks 8/20q 16-Ports Active Fibre Channel Switch is designed for environments that require high-performance and reliable storage networking. It is ideal for enterprise data centers and medium to large SAN infrastructures where fast and stable Fibre Channel connectivity is essential for storage traffic management. How It's Used: Facilitates high-speed SAN connectivity in enterprise IT environments to support mission-critical applications. Integrates into rack-mounted data center configurations to streamline storage device interconnectivity. Enables storage cluster communication in virtualization platforms requiring low latency and high throughput. Supports storage networking for backup and disaster recovery systems in large-scale infrastructures. Connects multiple storage arrays in cloud service provider environments to maintain consistent data flows. By providing a scalable and robust Fibre Channel switching solution, this product enhances storage network efficiency and allows organizations to maintain high availability and performance in demanding SAN ecosystems.