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HP AK858C 16 x Ports 8GB FC DC Director Blade Option SAN Switch

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HP AK858C 16 x Ports 8GB FC DC Director Blade Option SAN Switch

SKU AK858C
Brand HP
  • 16 x 8Gb Fibre Channel Ports
  • Director Blade Option
  • High-Performance SAN Connectivity
  • Designed for HP Storage Solutions
  • Supports ISL Trunking
  • Scalable SAN Architecture
  • Hot-Swappable Components
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Key specifications

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Product Type
SAN Switch
Port Type
8Gb Fibre Channel (FC)
Number of Ports
16
Form Factor
Director Blade Option
Connectivity
Storage Area Network (SAN)
Protocol Support
Fibre Channel

Product details

The HP AK858C is a 16-port 8Gb Fibre Channel (FC) Director Blade Option SAN Switch. It is designed to provide high-speed, reliable connectivity for Storage Area Networks (SANs).

Technical Information

Product TypeSAN Switch
Port Type8Gb Fibre Channel (FC)
Number of Ports16
Form FactorDirector Blade Option

Additional Specifications

ConnectivityStorage Area Network (SAN)
Protocol SupportFibre Channel
Key FeatureHigh Availability, Scalability

Description

The HP AK858C is a high-performance Fibre Channel (FC) switch designed as a director blade option for building robust and scalable Storage Area Networks (SANs). With 16 ports operating at 8Gbps, it provides ample high-speed connectivity for enterprise-level storage devices and servers, ensuring efficient data access and transfer. This switch is engineered to integrate seamlessly into HP's SAN infrastructure, offering reliability and advanced features essential for mission-critical applications. It supports features like Inter-Switch Link (ISL) trunking for increased bandwidth and resilience between switches, as well as hot-swappable components to minimize downtime during maintenance or upgrades. The director-class architecture ensures high availability and the ability to scale the SAN as storage needs grow. Ideal for enterprise data centers, the HP AK858C enables organizations to consolidate storage, improve data protection, and enhance application performance. Its 8Gb FC speed is well-suited for demanding workloads, providing a solid foundation for modern storage environments that require speed, reliability, and scalability.

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