HP 334883-B21 16 x Ports 2Gb/s Fibre Channel Blade Core Switch Module

Product Description

The HP 334883-B21 is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch module specifically engineered for integration within the HP BladeSystem enclosure. This module provides 16 ports operating at 2Gb/s, enabling blade servers housed within the enclosure to connect to a Storage Area Network (SAN) with robust and reliable performance. It serves as a core component of the SAN infrastructure, facilitating high-speed data transfer between servers and storage devices. Designed as a blade module, it fits directly into the BladeSystem chassis, optimizing space utilization and simplifying cabling within the server environment. The 2Gb/s Fibre Channel technology ensures sufficient bandwidth for demanding storage applications, supporting mission-critical workloads that require low latency and high throughput. Its hot-pluggable nature allows for installation or removal without interrupting the operation of other components in the BladeSystem, enhancing serviceability and uptime. This module is crucial for organizations looking to build or expand their SAN infrastructure using the HP BladeSystem. It offers a consolidated and efficient way to manage storage connectivity for multiple blade servers, reducing the complexity and cost associated with traditional rack-mounted SAN switches. The HP 334883-B21 is a key enabler for virtualized environments and high-availability computing solutions that rely on fast and dependable access to shared storage resources.