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HP A3724AZ Surestore E 10 x Ports Short Wave FC Arbitrated Loop Hub
- 10 x Fibre Channel ports
- Short Wave (SW) optics
- Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL) topology support
- Designed for SAN environments
- Central connection point for Fibre Channel devices
- Hot-swappable ports
- LED status indicators
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Product Overview
The HP A3724AZ Surestore E is a 10-port Short Wave Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop Hub, identical in function to the A3724AR. It serves as a central connection point for Fibre Channel devices in a SAN.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Fibre Channel Hub |
| Model | Surestore E |
| Number of Ports | 10 |
Additional Specifications
| Port Type | Fibre Channel (Short Wave) |
| Topology | Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL) |
| Interface | SC Connector |
Product Description
The HP A3724AZ Surestore E is a 10-port Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL) hub, functionally equivalent to the A3724AR. It is engineered to serve as a central connectivity point for Fibre Channel devices within a Storage Area Network (SAN). This hub enables multiple servers and storage systems to communicate efficiently over a Fibre Channel infrastructure, utilizing Short Wave (SW) optics for intra-data center or building connectivity. Supporting the Arbitrated Loop topology, the A3724AZ facilitates a sequential communication path among connected devices. The 10 Fibre Channel ports provide the necessary interfaces for Host Bus Adapters (HBAs) in servers and controllers in storage devices. A key feature is the hot-swappable nature of the ports, which allows for dynamic changes to the network configuration without causing downtime for other active connections, thereby enhancing operational flexibility. This Surestore E hub is a foundational component for establishing and expanding SANs, offering a reliable and organized method for managing Fibre Channel connections. Its design prioritizes performance and availability, making it suitable for demanding enterprise storage environments where data integrity and access speed are critical. The A3724AZ ensures that Fibre Channel devices can interconnect seamlessly, supporting the high-speed data transfer requirements of modern applications.
