Name: HSTNS-BC23 HP 8GB 12-Port Full Fabric BladeSystem C-Class SAN Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: HSTNS-BC23
Price: 199.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The HSTNS-BC23 switch provides 12-port 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity tailored for integration with HP BladeSystem C-Class enclosures. It fits within data center SAN fabrics as a reliable component to establish high-speed, low-latency connections between servers and storage devices, supporting demanding storage workloads effectively.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch, Modular Switch
Form Factor	Chassis-Based
Switch Ports	12-Ports
Number of Ports	12-Ports
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	8 Gbps
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),SSH,Web GUI
Security Features	Zoning,Port Security,Access Control Lists (ACLs)
Management Type	Out-of-Band Management
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH

Power & Cooling
Fans	No

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The HSTNS-BC23 is a Fibre Channel switch designed to deliver robust storage area networking within blade server environments. It integrates seamlessly into HP BladeSystem C-Class chassis to provide high-speed connectivity for storage arrays and servers. Commonly found in enterprise data centers, these switches are built for IT professionals managing storage fabrics that require reliable and scalable infrastructure. They are often deployed in environments where efficient space utilization and high availability are essential. Key Features Delivers 8Gbps Fibre Channel performance across 12 full fabric ports Compatible with HP BladeSystem C-Class enclosures for streamlined deployment Supports advanced zoning and fabric management capabilities Enables high-density SAN configurations in compact chassis form factors Designed for low latency and high throughput in storage networking This switch supports the backbone of storage networks by facilitating fast and reliable data transfers. Its design helps maintain a consistent network fabric with minimal downtime or disruption. Reliable operation combined with flexible fabric management makes it a practical choice for maintaining efficiency in enterprise storage environments.

Use Cases
The HSTNS-BC23 switch is typically used in data centers where HP BladeSystem C-Class environments require robust SAN connectivity. It benefits storage administrators and IT teams managing Fibre Channel fabrics who need compact, high-performance switches to connect servers and storage appliances efficiently. How It's Used: Connecting blade servers to SAN storage within HP BladeSystem C-Class chassis in enterprise environments Enabling scalable fabric expansion for virtualization and storage clustering in mid-sized data centers Supporting storage traffic in environments with high throughput and low latency needs such as virtualization hosts Facilitating zoning and segmentation in SAN fabrics for secure multi-tenant infrastructure Integrating with existing Fibre Channel networks to extend SAN capabilities in rack-based deployments By providing consistent and manageable storage connectivity, the HSTNS-BC23 helps maintain operational efficiency and fabric scalability. Its performance characteristics align well with the demands of modern storage infrastructures in complex IT environments.