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HP AK858C 16 x Ports 8GB FC DC Director Blade Option SAN Switch
- 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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Product Overview
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 Type | SAN Switch |
| Port Type | 8Gb Fibre Channel (FC) |
| Number of Ports | 16 |
| Form Factor | Director Blade Option |
Additional Specifications
| Connectivity | Storage Area Network (SAN) |
| Protocol Support | Fibre Channel |
| Key Feature | High Availability, Scalability |
Product 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.
