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Compaq 176219-B21 8 x Ports EL Fibre Channel Switch
- 8 Fibre Channel ports.
- Designed for Storage Area Networks (SANs).
- Provides high-speed connectivity between servers and storage.
- Supports enterprise-level SAN requirements.
- Facilitates efficient data access and transfer.
- Compact form factor for deployment flexibility.
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Product Overview
The Compaq 176219-B21 is an 8-port Fibre Channel switch designed for high-speed storage area networks (SANs). It provides connectivity for servers and storage devices in enterprise environments.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
| Number of Ports | 8 |
| Interface | Fibre Channel |
Additional Specifications
| Application | Storage Area Network (SAN) |
| Brand | Compaq |
Product Description
The Compaq 176219-B21 is an 8-port Fibre Channel switch engineered to facilitate robust and high-performance connectivity within enterprise Storage Area Networks (SANs). This switch is a crucial component for environments that rely on direct, high-speed access to shared storage resources, such as those used for databases, virtualization, and critical business applications. With its eight Fibre Channel ports, it enables multiple servers to connect simultaneously to storage arrays, ensuring efficient data flow and minimizing latency. The Fibre Channel protocol is specifically designed for SANs, offering reliability, scalability, and the high throughput necessary for demanding storage workloads. This switch is designed to simplify SAN deployment and management while providing the necessary performance for modern data centers. It allows organizations to build or expand their SAN infrastructure by providing a reliable aggregation point for storage traffic. The 176219-B21 supports enterprise-grade features that ensure data integrity and availability, making it suitable for mission-critical applications where downtime is not an option. Its compact design often allows for flexible deployment options, fitting easily into various rack configurations. By leveraging the 176219-B21, businesses can achieve better utilization of their storage resources, improve application performance through faster data access, and enhance the overall resilience of their data infrastructure. It serves as a key building block for creating efficient and scalable storage solutions, enabling organizations to manage their data effectively and support their growing business needs with confidence.
