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HP HWP-AM868A StorageWorks 8/24 Base 16 x Ports 8GbE SFP Active 1U Rack-mountable Layer 2 Managed SA...
- Product Type: Fibre Channel Switch
- Ports: 16 x 8Gb Fibre Channel (FC) SFP
- Form Factor: 1U Rack-mountable
- Management: Layer 2 Managed
- Speed: 8Gbps per port
- Designed for SAN environments
- HP StorageWorks series
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Product Overview
The HP HWP-AM868A StorageWorks 8/24 Base is a 1U rack-mountable Layer 2 managed switch with 16 ports supporting 8Gb Fibre Channel (FC) SFP transceivers. It is designed for building high-performance SAN infrastructures.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
| Brand | HP |
| Model | StorageWorks 8/24 Base |
| Part Number | HWP-AM868A |
Additional Specifications
| Number of Ports | 16 |
| Port Type | 8Gb FC SFP |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
| Management | Layer 2 Managed |
Product Description
The HP HWP-AM868A StorageWorks 8/24 Base is a sophisticated 1U rack-mountable switch engineered for high-performance Storage Area Networks (SANs). It features 16 ports, each supporting 8Gb Fibre Channel (FC) SFP transceivers, providing robust and high-speed connectivity for servers and storage devices. This switch is designed to facilitate efficient data flow within enterprise SAN environments, ensuring reliable access to critical data. As a Layer 2 managed switch, the HWP-AM868A offers advanced control and monitoring capabilities, allowing network administrators to optimize SAN performance, troubleshoot issues, and enhance security. The 8Gbps speed per port ensures ample bandwidth for demanding applications, virtualized environments, and large data transfers, making it a cornerstone for modern data center infrastructure. This switch is part of the HP StorageWorks family, known for its reliability and performance. Its 1U rack-mountable design ensures efficient use of rack space, while its managed features provide the flexibility needed to adapt to evolving storage requirements. The HP HWP-AM868A is an essential component for organizations seeking to build or expand a high-performance, reliable, and manageable SAN.
