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HP 466484-504 Virtual Connect 24 x Ports 8GB Fibre Channel Module
- Type: Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module
- Speed: 8Gb Fibre Channel
- Ports: 24 Fibre Channel ports
- Form Factor: Blade Module for HP BladeSystem
- Connectivity: SAN (Storage Area Network)
- Features: Simplifies SAN connectivity, reduces cabling
- Management: Integrated with HP Virtual Connect Manager
- Compatibility: Designed for HP BladeSystem enclosures
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Key specifications
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- Virtual Connect Module
- Storage Protocol
- Fibre Channel
- Port Speed
- 8 Gbps
- Number of Ports
- 24
- Form Factor
- Blade Module
- Manufacturer
- HP
Product details
The HP 466484-504 Virtual Connect module provides 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity for HP BladeSystem servers. It offers 24 ports, enabling high-speed, reliable storage area network (SAN) access.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Virtual Connect Module |
| Storage Protocol | Fibre Channel |
| Port Speed | 8 Gbps |
| Number of Ports | 24 |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Blade Module |
| Manufacturer | HP |
| Compatibility | HP BladeSystem |
Description
The HP 466484-504 Virtual Connect module is a key component for managing Fibre Channel SAN connectivity within HP BladeSystem environments. It provides 24 high-speed 8Gb Fibre Channel ports, allowing blade servers within the enclosure to connect directly to external storage area networks without the need for individual Host Bus Adapters (HBAs) in each server. This module simplifies SAN infrastructure by consolidating cabling and reducing the number of physical connections required. It acts as a pass-through, presenting the SAN to the servers while abstracting the underlying physical connections. This approach enhances flexibility, allowing administrators to reconfigure server connections to storage without physically altering the SAN infrastructure. Managed through the HP Virtual Connect Manager software, this module offers centralized control over network and storage connections. The 8Gb Fibre Channel speed ensures sufficient bandwidth for demanding storage I/O operations, supporting applications that require fast and reliable access to shared storage resources. It is an essential piece of hardware for organizations looking to streamline their SAN management and improve the efficiency of their blade server deployments.
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