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HP A5223A SureStore F16 16 x Ports Fibre Channel E Switch
- Product Type: Fibre Channel Switch
- Ports: 16 x Fibre Channel ports
- Speed: Up to 2 Gbps per port (configurable)
- Form Factor: Rackmount (typically 1U)
- Connectivity: Connects servers to storage arrays
- Features: Non-blocking architecture, advanced fabric services
- Brand: HP
- Model: SureStore F16 (A5223A)
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Product Overview
The HP A5223A SureStore F16 is a 16-port Fibre Channel switch designed for enterprise storage area networks (SANs). It provides high-speed, reliable connectivity between servers and storage devices, enabling efficient data access and management.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
| Number of Ports | 16 |
| Port Speed | 2 Gbps |
Additional Specifications
| Brand | HP |
| Model | A5223A |
| Form Factor | Rackmount |
Product Description
The HP A5223A SureStore F16 is a dedicated Fibre Channel switch engineered to form the backbone of enterprise-level Storage Area Networks (SANs). It facilitates high-speed, low-latency communication between multiple servers and storage devices, such as disk arrays and tape libraries. With its 16 Fibre Channel ports, the F16 switch offers substantial connectivity for environments requiring robust and scalable storage infrastructure. This switch is designed to provide a non-blocking fabric, meaning that all ports can operate at their maximum speed simultaneously without performance degradation. This is critical for applications that demand consistent and high-throughput access to storage, such as databases, virtualization platforms, and high-performance computing clusters. The switch supports advanced fabric services, including zoning, which allows administrators to logically partition the SAN, enhancing security and manageability by controlling which servers can access specific storage resources. The SureStore F16, identified by the SKU A5223A, represents a reliable solution for consolidating storage and improving data availability. Its design prioritizes stability and performance, making it a suitable choice for mission-critical operations where data integrity and access speed are paramount. The switch typically integrates into a 1U rackmount chassis, optimizing space within data center environments.
