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Compaq 218232R-B21 6 x Ports FC Switch Module
- Product Type: Fibre Channel Switch Module
- Number of Ports: 6
- Interface Type: Fibre Channel
- Speed: Typically 1Gb/s or 2Gb/s (check specific model details)
- Application: Storage Area Network (SAN) connectivity
- Form Factor: Modular
- Brand: Compaq
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Product Overview
The Compaq 218232R-B21 is a 6-port Fibre Channel switch module. It is designed to provide high-speed connectivity for storage area networks (SANs).
Technical Information
| Product Type | Switch Module |
| Number of Ports | 6 |
| Interface | Fibre Channel |
Additional Specifications
| Brand | Compaq |
| Model | 218232R-B21 |
Product Description
The Compaq 218232R-B21 is a dedicated Fibre Channel switch module, engineered to facilitate high-speed communication between servers and storage devices within a Storage Area Network (SAN). With six Fibre Channel ports, it offers sufficient connectivity for small to medium-sized SAN deployments or for specific departmental storage needs. This module is designed for integration into Compaq or HP modular systems, providing a scalable and flexible approach to building SAN infrastructure. Fibre Channel technology ensures reliable, low-latency, and high-throughput data transfer, which is crucial for mission-critical storage applications such as databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing. By providing dedicated ports for storage traffic, the 218232R-B21 helps to offload storage I/O from the main Ethernet network, improving overall network performance and reducing congestion. Its modular design allows for easy installation, replacement, and potential upgrades as storage requirements evolve.
