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HP AE372A 4/24 24 x Ports 4Gb/s FC SAN Switch for C- Class BladeSystem
- 24 x 4Gb/s Fibre Channel ports
- Designed for HP C-Class BladeSystem
- Enables high-speed SAN connectivity
- Supports advanced fabric services
- Scalable solution for growing storage needs
- Hot-pluggable for non-disruptive upgrades
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Product Overview
The HP AE372A is a 4Gb Fibre Channel SAN switch designed for HP C-Class BladeSystem environments. It provides 24 ports, enabling high-speed connectivity for storage area networks.
Technical Information
| Product Type | SAN Switch |
| Form Factor | BladeSystem Module |
| Ports | 24 x 4Gb/s Fibre Channel |
Additional Specifications
| Connectivity | Fibre Channel |
| Brand | HP |
| SKU | AE372A |
Product Description
The HP AE372A is a high-performance Fibre Channel (FC) SAN switch specifically engineered to integrate seamlessly within the HP C-Class BladeSystem enclosure. This switch offers 24 dedicated 4Gb/s FC ports, providing robust and scalable connectivity for enterprise storage area networks. Its design prioritizes ease of deployment and management within a blade environment, allowing for consolidated storage access and improved I/O performance for multiple servers. Leveraging advanced Fibre Channel technology, the AE372A facilitates efficient data transfer between servers and storage arrays, crucial for demanding applications such as virtualization, databases, and high-performance computing. The switch supports a comprehensive suite of fabric services, ensuring reliable and secure communication across the SAN. Its modular design allows for hot-plugging, enabling maintenance and upgrades without interrupting ongoing operations, thereby maximizing uptime and operational efficiency. This SAN switch is an integral component for organizations seeking to build a high-availability and high-performance storage infrastructure. By providing a centralized and high-speed connection point, the HP AE372A helps to optimize storage utilization, reduce latency, and enhance the overall responsiveness of the IT environment. It is an ideal solution for businesses that require dependable and scalable SAN connectivity within their HP BladeSystem deployments.
