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HP A5624A Brocade SilkWorm 2800 16 x Ports L2 Un Fibre Channel Switch
- 16 x Fibre Channel ports
- Brocade SilkWorm technology
- Layer 2 switching capabilities
- Designed for Storage Area Networks (SANs)
- Provides reliable connectivity for servers and storage
- Supports enterprise-level storage infrastructure
- Enables high-speed data access and management
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Fibre Channel Switch
- Brand
- HP
- Model
- A5624A (Brocade SilkWorm 2800)
- Number of Ports
- 16
- Switching Layer
- Layer 2
- Connectivity
- Fibre Channel
Product details
The HP A5624A Brocade SilkWorm 2800 is a 16-port Fibre Channel switch designed for building robust and scalable Storage Area Networks (SANs). It operates at Layer 2, providing efficient and reliable connectivity for servers and storage devices. This switch is a foundational component for enterprise storage solutions, enabling high-speed data access and management.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
| Brand | HP |
| Model | A5624A (Brocade SilkWorm 2800) |
Additional Specifications
| Number of Ports | 16 |
| Switching Layer | Layer 2 |
| Connectivity | Fibre Channel |
Description
The HP A5624A, based on Brocade's SilkWorm 2800 architecture, is a dedicated Fibre Channel switch engineered to facilitate the creation of high-performance Storage Area Networks (SANs). With 16 available ports, it offers ample connectivity for a growing number of servers and storage arrays, making it suitable for small to medium-sized enterprise environments or departmental SAN deployments. Its Layer 2 operation ensures efficient frame forwarding based on MAC addresses, crucial for the low-latency requirements of SAN traffic. This switch is designed to provide a reliable and stable foundation for data storage infrastructure. By centralizing storage access through a SAN, organizations can achieve better resource utilization, enhanced data protection, and improved performance for critical applications. The SilkWorm technology from Brocade is renowned for its stability and performance in demanding enterprise settings, ensuring that data can be accessed quickly and securely. The A5624A serves as a critical interconnect device, enabling servers to communicate seamlessly with storage systems. Its robust design and enterprise-grade features make it a dependable choice for environments where data availability and integrity are paramount. Implementing this switch is a key step in building a scalable and efficient storage solution that can support business-critical operations.
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