Name: R0P82A HPE 16-Port QSFP28 100GBase-X Layer 3 Managed Fibre Channel Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: R0P82A
Price: 4557.44 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP M-Series SN2100M switch manages Fibre Channel traffic efficiently with 16 QSFP28 ports delivering 100GBase-X speeds. It fits neatly into a 1U rack space and offers Layer 3 management to support complex storage networks commonly used in enterprise data centers.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	R0P82A
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	16
Number of Ports	16-Ports
Port Type	100G QSFP28, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	100Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	3.2 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	6250 Mpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP28

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,Out-of-Band Ethernet (Mgmt),CLI,Web GUI
Security Features	SSH,SSL,ACLs,802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,SNMPv3
Management Type	CLI,Web GUI,API
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,HTTPS,Telnet,REST

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus

Product Description
The HP M-Series SN2100M is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch designed to handle demanding storage networking tasks. It's often found in data centers where fast, reliable connectivity between servers and storage arrays is critical. Built for IT professionals and network administrators, this switch simplifies managing complex SAN infrastructures while delivering robust Layer 3 capabilities. Key Features Delivers 16 QSFP28 ports capable of 100GBase-X speeds, supporting high throughput applications Equipped with Layer 3 management for flexible routing and network segmentation Compact 1U form factor fits standard server racks without occupying extra space Designed specifically for Fibre Channel protocols, ensuring compatibility with storage area networks Advanced diagnostics and monitoring tools aid in maintaining network health This switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers or cloud environments where fast, scalable storage connectivity is essential. It helps maintain smooth data flow between storage devices and servers, reducing bottlenecks and improving overall network performance.

Use Cases
The R0P82A HP M-Series SN2100M switch is designed for high-performance storage networking in enterprise data centers and large-scale IT environments. Its ability to handle high-speed Fibre Channel traffic makes it suitable for organizations requiring robust and scalable storage infrastructures with efficient data routing capabilities. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays and servers in hyperscale data centers to support virtualization and cloud workloads. Implementing high-bandwidth storage clusters in enterprise IT environments to optimize data flow and reduce latency. Deploying in financial institutions where secure and rapid access to large datasets is critical for real-time processing. Supporting media and entertainment companies managing large-scale video editing and rendering storage systems. Integrating with disaster recovery sites to ensure high-speed synchronous replication across geographically dispersed locations. This switch enhances operational efficiency by enabling seamless integration of storage fabrics with Layer 3 routing capabilities, facilitating scalability in dense rack deployments. It supports complex network topologies while maintaining high throughput essential for demanding workloads.