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HP AA990A StorageWorks 2/16V 16 x SFP FC 1U Rack-mountable SAN Switch
- 16 x Fibre Channel (FC) ports
- Utilizes SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) transceivers for port connectivity
- 1U rack-mountable form factor
- Designed for Storage Area Network (SAN) deployments
- High-speed Fibre Channel connectivity (e.g., 2Gbps, 4Gbps, 8Gbps depending on SFP)
- Enables efficient data sharing between servers and storage arrays
- Scalable solution for growing storage needs
- Easy integration into existing SAN infrastructure
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Product Overview
The HP AA990A StorageWorks 2/16V is a 1U rack-mountable SAN switch designed for Fibre Channel environments. It provides 16 Fibre Channel ports utilizing SFP transceivers, enabling high-speed connectivity for storage area networks. This switch is suitable for small to medium-sized businesses requiring reliable and scalable storage connectivity.
Technical Information
| Product Type | SAN Switch |
| Brand | HP StorageWorks |
| Model | 2/16V |
| Ports | 16 x Fibre Channel (SFP) |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
| Interface | Fibre Channel |
| Speed | Up to 8Gbps (depending on SFP) |
Product Description
The HP AA990A StorageWorks 2/16V is a compact and efficient Fibre Channel SAN switch designed to provide robust connectivity for storage area networks. With 16 Fibre Channel ports, each configurable to support various speeds (typically up to 8Gbps depending on the installed SFPs), it offers substantial bandwidth for data transfer between servers and storage devices. Its 1U rack-mountable design makes it suitable for deployment in environments where space is a constraint, such as small business server rooms or enterprise data centers. This switch is crucial for enabling high-speed, reliable access to shared storage resources. It facilitates efficient data sharing, improves storage utilization, and enhances application performance by providing dedicated, high-bandwidth pathways. The use of SFP transceivers allows for flexibility in choosing the appropriate optical or copper modules based on distance and performance requirements. The StorageWorks 2/16V is designed for ease of integration and management within a SAN environment. It supports standard Fibre Channel protocols, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of servers, HBAs (Host Bus Adapters), and storage arrays from various vendors. This makes it a versatile solution for businesses looking to build or expand their SAN infrastructure, offering scalability and performance to meet evolving data storage needs.
