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HP AK857D StorageWorks 16 x Ports DCX San BacKBone Managed Switch
- Product Line: HP StorageWorks
- Device Type: Managed Switch
- Application: SAN (Storage Area Network)
- Number of Ports: 16
- Technology: DCX Backbone
- Designed for high-performance storage connectivity
- Offers advanced management features
- Supports enterprise-level SAN requirements
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Product Overview
The HP AK857D is a StorageWorks DCX Backbone Managed Switch, featuring 16 ports designed for high-speed SAN (Storage Area Network) connectivity. It provides robust management and performance for enterprise storage environments.
Technical Information
| Product Line | HP StorageWorks |
| Device Type | Managed Switch |
| Application | SAN (Storage Area Network) |
Additional Specifications
| Number of Ports | 16 |
| Management | Managed |
| Technology | DCX Backbone |
Product Description
The HP AK857D is a high-performance managed switch from the HP StorageWorks family, specifically engineered for Storage Area Network (SAN) environments. With its 16 ports, it is designed to provide robust and scalable connectivity for enterprise storage devices, such as servers and storage arrays. The 'DCX Backbone' designation suggests it is part of a larger, high-availability fabric architecture, optimized for demanding SAN workloads that require low latency and high throughput. As a managed switch, the AK857D offers advanced features for network configuration, monitoring, and control. This allows IT administrators to optimize SAN performance, ensure data integrity, and implement security policies. The switch is built to handle the intensive I/O operations characteristic of modern data centers, supporting critical applications like databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing where reliable and fast access to storage is paramount. This device represents a key component in building a resilient and efficient SAN infrastructure. Its 16 ports provide ample connectivity for many storage devices, and its managed capabilities ensure that the network can be fine-tuned for optimal performance and availability. The HP AK857D is a solution for organizations seeking to enhance their storage network's performance, reliability, and manageability.
