HP 813174-001 Virtual Connect 24x 40GigaBit Ethernet FlexFabric Module

Product Description

The HP 813174-001 Virtual Connect 40Gb FlexFabric Module is a sophisticated networking component designed to integrate seamlessly within HP BladeSystem server enclosures. This module revolutionizes network connectivity by consolidating multiple network interface cards (NICs) and host bus adapters (HBAs) into a single, high-density solution. It offers 24 ports of 40 Gigabit Ethernet, providing immense bandwidth and low latency essential for demanding enterprise workloads, high-performance computing, and virtualized environments. Leveraging HP's FlexFabric architecture, this module enables a converged network infrastructure, allowing Ethernet and Fibre Channel traffic to be carried over the same physical infrastructure. This convergence simplifies network design, reduces the number of physical cables required, and lowers overall operational costs. The Virtual Connect technology abstracts the network from the server, allowing administrators to dynamically assign network resources to servers without physical reconfiguration, thereby increasing agility and reducing deployment times. Each of the 24 40GbE ports can be configured to connect to external network switches or storage devices, providing flexible connectivity options. The module's intelligent design supports advanced features such as Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN) and network virtualization, further enhancing its capabilities in modern data center environments. The HP 813174-001 is a critical component for organizations seeking to build a highly scalable, efficient, and agile network infrastructure within their HP BladeSystem deployments.