HP 409513-B21 Virtual Connect 4Gb/s FC Module for C-Class BladeSystem

Description

The HP 409513-B21 is a crucial component for deploying Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs) within HP's C-Class BladeSystem environment. This Virtual Connect module is designed to abstract the complexities of SAN connectivity, presenting a simplified and flexible network infrastructure to the blade servers. Instead of each blade server requiring individual HBA (Host Bus Adapter) connections to the SAN, the Virtual Connect module aggregates these connections, allowing for easier management and reduced cabling. Operating at 4Gb/s per port, this module provides sufficient bandwidth for many enterprise storage requirements. It allows administrators to define and manage network connections through software, enabling features like profile-based server connectivity. This means that network and SAN profiles can be created and assigned to servers, and these profiles can be moved between servers without physical recabling, significantly enhancing operational agility and reducing downtime during maintenance or hardware changes. The HP 409513-B21 integrates seamlessly with the Virtual Connect Manager software, providing a single point of control for both Ethernet and Fibre Channel connectivity within the blade enclosure. This unified management approach simplifies deployment, configuration, and ongoing administration of the blade server infrastructure's network and storage access. It is an essential part of a modern, flexible, and efficient blade server deployment strategy.

Condition: Refurbished