Name: K2Q83A HP 8 x Ports 16Gb Fibre Channel SFP + 4 x Ports 16Gb Fibre Channel QSFP SAN Switch Module
Brand: HP
SKU: K2Q83A
Price: 1245.75 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 8 x Ports 16Gb Fibre Channel SFP + 4 x Ports 16Gb Fibre Channel QSFP SAN Switch Module combines speed and flexibility, offering both SFP+ and QSFP ports to connect SAN components efficiently. It fits into HP SAN switch chassis to strengthen enterprise storage networks by enabling fast, reliable communication between devices.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	K2Q83A
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	12 (8 SFP+ ports + 4 QSFP ports)
Number of Ports	12-Ports
Port Type	SFP+, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	16 Gbps
UpLink Ports	4 (QSFP)
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	384 Gbps
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45), SSH, SNMP
Security Features	Zoning, Access Control, Login Security (Fabric login), WWN-based zoning
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,SNMP

Power & Cooling
Fans	None (chassis-cooled - relies on host enclosure fans)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	CE, FCC, UL
Compliant Standards	Fibre Channel 16GFC, SFP+ MSA, QSFP MSA

Product Description
This HP switch module delivers high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity, designed to integrate seamlessly into SAN environments. Built for data centers requiring robust storage networking, it offers both SFP+ and QSFP ports to accommodate various cabling needs and connection densities. Often found in enterprise storage setups, the module supports efficient data traffic flow between servers and storage arrays. IT professionals managing storage area networks will find its combination of port types useful for scaling and optimizing their infrastructure. Key Features Provides 16Gb Fibre Channel throughput for rapid data access Equipped with 8 versatile SFP+ ports for standard connections Includes 4 QSFP ports to handle aggregated or high-density links Engineered for seamless integration in HP SAN switch chassis Supports reliable and low-latency communication between storage nodes This switch module fits naturally in data centers and storage networks where fast, dependable connectivity is critical. Its design helps maintain smooth data flows and supports growing infrastructure demands without adding complexity.

Use Cases
The HP 8 x Ports 16Gb Fibre Channel SFP + 4 x Ports 16Gb Fibre Channel QSFP SAN Switch Module is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and storage area networks requiring high-throughput and low-latency connectivity. It is ideal for organizations that manage large-scale virtualization or database environments where rapid and reliable SAN traffic is critical. How It's Used: Connecting high-density storage arrays to SAN fabrics in enterprise data centers to optimize block-level storage access. Supporting virtualization platforms in cloud or private cloud environments by enabling fast SAN communication between hosts and shared storage. Facilitating SAN traffic aggregation in large-scale storage clusters to improve throughput and reduce bottlenecks. Integrating with mission-critical database servers in financial or healthcare IT infrastructures requiring consistent, low-latency storage access. Enhancing storage network scalability in multi-rack deployments by leveraging QSFP ports for high-bandwidth uplinks. This switch module enables IT teams to maintain efficient data flows and scale storage networks without compromising performance. Its combination of SFP+ and QSFP ports provides flexibility in network design, supporting evolving workloads and reducing infrastructure complexity.