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HP AK858DR 16 x Ports 8GB FC DC Director Blade Option SAN Switch
- 16 x 8Gb Fibre Channel ports
- Director blade form factor
- Designed for SAN environments
- High-speed data transfer
- Enterprise-grade reliability
- Scalable storage connectivity
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Product Overview
The HP AK858DR is a 16-port 8GB Fibre Channel Director Blade Option SAN Switch, similar to the AK858D, offering high-speed connectivity for enterprise SANs. It is designed for integration into director-class chassis for scalable storage solutions.
Technical Information
| Port Speed | 8Gb Fibre Channel |
| Number of Ports | 16 |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Director Blade Option |
| Product Type | SAN Switch |
Product Description
The HP AK858DR represents a high-performance connectivity solution for enterprise Storage Area Networks (SANs). As a director blade option, it is engineered to fit within HP's modular director chassis, providing a dense and powerful fabric for connecting servers to storage. The 16 ports, each capable of 8Gb Fibre Channel speeds, are designed to handle significant data traffic with low latency and high throughput. This switch is built for environments that demand robust performance, scalability, and reliability. Its integration into a director-class system allows for easy expansion of port density and fabric capabilities as storage needs grow. The AK858DR is a key component in ensuring efficient and uninterrupted data access for critical business applications. Optimized for Fibre Channel SANs, the AK858DR supports advanced fabric services and management features. This enables IT administrators to maintain optimal network performance, troubleshoot issues effectively, and ensure the overall health of the storage infrastructure. It is a strategic choice for organizations seeking to enhance their data center's storage capabilities and ensure data availability.
