Brand: HPE · SKU: AM868C · MPN: AM868C · Category: Networking
The HPE 8/24 SAN Switch delivers affordable and flexible 8 Gb/s connectivity and can be incorporated into an extensive core fabric or placed as an edge switch for SAN environments. This 8-port to 24-port auto-sensing Fibre Channel switch is ideal for entry and SMB customers requiring a simple, yet flexible networked storage connectivity solution. It features sixteen high-performance active ports with the ability to scale to 24 ports through 'Ports On Demand' (POD) licenses. The switch supports 1, 2, 4, and 8 Gb/s speeds and provides an aggregate bandwidth of up to 384 Gb/s full duplex. It is a 1U rack-mountable solution that includes powerful management capabilities such as Advanced Zoning and Advanced Performance Monitoring via the B-series ASIC technology.
| Management | B-series SAN Network Advisor; Web Tools; SMI-s; SNMP |
|---|---|
| Media Type | SFP, SFP+ |
| Port Speed | 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
| Scalability | 8-port increment (Ports On Demand) |
| Number of Ports | 16 active, expandable to 24 |
| Protocol Supported | Fibre Channel |
| Aggregate Bandwidth | 384 Gb/s full duplex |
| Warranty | 1-1-1 Hardware Warranty; One-year on-site, next business day response |
| Weight | 15.0 lbs |
| Dimensions | 1.7 x 16.9 x 12.1 in |
The HPE 8/24 SAN Switch provides a reliable and scalable foundation for storage area networks. Designed for high performance and investment protection, it allows organizations to start small and grow their storage networks in a non-disruptive manner. It supports advanced fabric services and is compatible with existing HPE B-series infrastructures.
Yes, this HPE 8/24 SAN Switch (AM868C) 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.
We offer free ground shipping which typically takes 3-5 business days. Expedited shipping options are available at checkout for faster delivery.
Yes, we have a 30-day return policy on all products. Restocking fees may apply for opened items. Please see our return policy for complete details.
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