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HP AM867A 8/8 Base 8 x Ports Full Fabric Enabled SAN Switch
- 8 x 8Gbps Fibre Channel ports
- Full Fabric Enabled for advanced SAN services
- High-performance switching for SAN environments
- Supports ISL (Inter-Switch Link) trunking for scalability
- Advanced diagnostics and monitoring capabilities
- Non-blocking architecture for maximum throughput
- Designed for enterprise-class storage connectivity
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Product Overview
The HP AM867A is an 8-port Full Fabric Enabled SAN Switch, designed for Storage Area Networks (SANs). It provides high-speed, reliable connectivity for servers and storage devices, supporting advanced fabric services.
Technical Information
| Product Type | SAN Switch |
| Number of Ports | 8 x 8Gbps Fibre Channel |
| Fabric Type | Full Fabric Enabled |
| Port Speed | 8 Gbps |
Additional Specifications
| Switching Fabric | Non-blocking |
| Protocol | Fibre Channel |
| Management | CLI, Web Interface, SNMP |
Product Description
The HP AM867A is a dedicated Storage Area Network (SAN) switch engineered to provide robust and high-performance connectivity between servers and storage arrays. Featuring 8 ports operating at 8Gbps Fibre Channel speeds, this switch is designed to handle the demanding I/O requirements of enterprise storage environments. Its non-blocking architecture ensures that all ports can operate at full speed simultaneously, maximizing throughput and minimizing latency for critical storage operations. As a 'Full Fabric Enabled' switch, the AM867A supports a comprehensive suite of advanced SAN services. This includes features like Inter-Switch Link (ISL) trunking, which allows multiple links between switches to be aggregated for increased bandwidth and resilience. It also supports fabric-based services such as zoning, which enhances security and manageability by controlling which servers can access which storage devices within the SAN. The switch is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing or new SAN infrastructures. Management and monitoring are crucial for SANs, and the AM867A provides tools for effective administration. It typically offers command-line interface (CLI), web-based management, and SNMP support, allowing administrators to configure, monitor, and troubleshoot the SAN fabric. Advanced diagnostic capabilities help in identifying and resolving potential issues quickly, ensuring the availability and performance of the storage infrastructure. This switch is a key component for organizations seeking reliable and scalable storage connectivity.
