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HP A7450 Storageworks 2/8q 8-Ports 2Gbps Fibre Channel Switch
- 8 x Fibre Channel ports
- 2Gbps port speed
- Designed for SAN connectivity
- Part of HP Storageworks family
- Enables server-to-storage communication
- Provides reliable data access
- Enterprise-grade performance
- Supports Fibre Channel protocol
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Key specifications
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- Storageworks
- Number of Ports
- 8
- Port Type
- Fibre Channel
- Speed
- 2Gbps
Product details
The HP A7450 Storageworks is an 8-port Fibre Channel switch designed for SAN (Storage Area Network) environments. It operates at 2Gbps, providing reliable connectivity between servers and storage devices. This switch is part of HP's Storageworks line, known for its enterprise-grade storage solutions.
Technical Information
| Product Line | Storageworks |
| Number of Ports | 8 |
Additional Specifications
| Port Type | Fibre Channel |
| Speed | 2Gbps |
Description
The HP A7450 Storageworks switch is a dedicated component for building and expanding Storage Area Networks (SANs). It features eight Fibre Channel ports, each operating at a speed of 2Gbps. This allows for high-speed, reliable data transfer between multiple servers and storage arrays, forming the backbone of a centralized storage infrastructure. This switch is designed to facilitate efficient communication within the SAN, ensuring that servers can access shared storage resources with low latency and high throughput. Its inclusion in the HP Storageworks family signifies its suitability for enterprise environments where data availability, performance, and scalability are critical requirements. The 2Gbps speed, while not the fastest by today's standards, was a significant performance level for its era and remains adequate for certain storage applications. The A7450 provides the essential connectivity needed to consolidate storage, improve data management, and enhance application performance. It acts as a central hub, enabling servers to connect to disk arrays, tape libraries, and other storage devices through the Fibre Channel protocol, ensuring robust and dedicated data pathways.
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