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HP 571958-204 VC FlexFabric 24x 10GbE (16 Internal Ports) FC Module
- Virtual Connect (VC) FlexFabric Module
- 24 x 10Gb Ethernet (10GbE) ports
- 16 x Internal Ports for server connectivity
- Converged network adapter (Ethernet + Fibre Channel)
- Simplifies network infrastructure
- Reduces adapter and cable count
- Supports high-speed data and storage networking
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Product Overview
The HP 571958-204 is a VC FlexFabric 24x 10GbE (16 Internal Ports) FC Module, a versatile converged network adapter designed for HP BladeSystem environments. It combines Ethernet and Fibre Channel capabilities, simplifying network infrastructure by reducing the number of adapters and cables required. This module supports high-speed 10GbE connectivity for data networking and Fibre Channel for storage area networks.
Technical Information
| Module Type | Virtual Connect FlexFabric Module |
| Ethernet Ports | 24 x 10GbE |
| Internal Ports | 16 |
Additional Specifications
| Technology | Converged Network Adapter (Ethernet & Fibre Channel) |
| Manufacturer | HP |
Product Description
The HP 571958-204 is a sophisticated Virtual Connect FlexFabric module designed to streamline and enhance network connectivity within HP BladeSystem enclosures. This module represents a converged approach to networking, integrating both high-speed Ethernet and Fibre Channel (FC) capabilities into a single unit. It offers a total of 24 external 10Gb Ethernet ports, with 16 of these ports internally connecting to the servers within the blade chassis. This consolidation significantly reduces the complexity of cabling and the number of network interface cards (NICs) and Host Bus Adapters (HBAs) required per server. By supporting both Ethernet and Fibre Channel traffic, the FlexFabric module allows administrators to manage data and storage networks through a unified interface. This convergence simplifies network design, deployment, and management, leading to reduced operational costs and improved efficiency. The 10GbE connectivity ensures high bandwidth for data-intensive applications, while the integrated Fibre Channel support provides robust and reliable access to storage area networks (SANs). This module is a key component for organizations seeking to optimize their blade server infrastructure. It provides the flexibility to allocate network resources dynamically to servers as needed, supporting various workload requirements. The 571958-204 enables a more agile and scalable network architecture, essential for modern data centers that require high performance, simplified management, and reduced infrastructure footprint.
