HP K2Q86A Brocade 16Gb/24 Power Pack FC SAN Switch Module for Synergy

Description

The HP K2Q86A, powered by Brocade technology, is a 16Gb Fibre Channel (FC) SAN Switch Module designed specifically for integration into HP Synergy compute modules. This module provides 24 ports of high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity, essential for building robust and scalable Storage Area Networks (SANs) in enterprise data centers. The 16Gbps speed ensures low-latency, high-throughput data transfers between servers and storage devices, which is critical for performance-sensitive applications. The 'Power Pack' designation suggests that this module includes advanced software features and capabilities beyond basic switching, potentially offering enhanced management, security, and performance optimization tools. Brocade is a leading name in SAN technology, known for its reliability, performance, and comprehensive feature set, making this module a dependable choice for mission-critical storage infrastructures. By integrating directly into the HP Synergy platform, this SAN switch module simplifies the deployment and management of SAN connectivity within a converged infrastructure. It allows organizations to create a unified, high-performance storage network that supports demanding workloads, such as virtualization, databases, and high-performance computing, ensuring data availability and efficient resource utilization.

Condition: Refurbished