Brand: HPE · SKU: AM868A/AM868C (Common references for 8/24 model) · MPN: AM868A or AM868C · Category: Networking
The HPE 8/24 SAN Switch delivers affordable and flexible 8 Gb/s connectivity, suitable for incorporation into an extensive core fabric or placement as an edge switch in SAN environments. It is ideal for entry and SMB customers needing a simple, flexible networked storage connectivity solution that meets evolving requirements. The base configuration provides sixteen auto-sensing 1, 2, 4, and 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel ports, with Ports On Demand scalability up to 24 ports in 8-port increments. A fully populated switch offers 384 Gb/s aggregate switching capacity (8 Gb full duplex) for un-congested sustained throughput. It can be deployed as a full-fabric switch or in Access Gateway mode utilizing NPIV for connectivity into multi-vendor SAN fabrics. It supports backward compatibility with 1, 2, 4, and 8 Gbit/sec devices.
| Base Ports | 16 Fibre Channel Ports |
|---|---|
| Port Speed | 1, 2, 4, and 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel (Auto-Sensing) |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable 1U |
| Maximum Ports | 24 Fibre Channel Ports (via Ports On Demand upgrade) |
| Deployment Modes | Full-Fabric Switch or Access Gateway Mode (using NPIV) |
| Aggregate Bandwidth | Up to 384 Gbit/sec full duplex |
| Warranty | Industry-Leading Warranty Coverage (details vary by seller/region); one common description mentions 1-year onsite warranty (normal business hours, next-business-day response) |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Dimensions | Height: 4.3 cm; Width: 42.9 cm (Rack-mountable 1U form factor) |
Affordable, flexible, and scalable 8Gb Fibre Channel SAN switch designed for SMB and entry-level enterprise edge or core deployments. It offers auto-sensing ports and pay-as-you-grow scalability up to 24 ports, providing investment protection through backward compatibility.
Yes, this HPE 8/24 SAN Switch (AM868A/AM868C (Common references for 8/24 model)) is 100% genuine HPE hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This HPE 8/24 SAN Switch includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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