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HP N2K-B22HP 16 x Ports 10GbE FCoE B22 Blade Fabric Extender Expansion Module
- 16 x 10GbE FCoE ports
- Blade Fabric Extender functionality
- Designed for HP BladeSystem enclosures
- Supports Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE)
- Enhances network scalability and performance
- Provides high-speed connectivity for server workloads
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Product Overview
The HP N2K-B22HP is a 16-port 10GbE FCoE Blade Fabric Extender Expansion Module designed for high-performance data center environments. It facilitates efficient connectivity and management for blade servers, enabling seamless integration with storage and network infrastructure.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Blade Fabric Extender Expansion Module |
| Ports | 16 x 10GbE FCoE |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Blade Module |
| Compatibility | HP BladeSystem |
Product Description
The HP N2K-B22HP is a critical component for modern data centers seeking to consolidate network and storage traffic over a high-speed Ethernet infrastructure. By leveraging Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), this module allows for the convergence of traditional Fibre Channel SAN traffic with standard Ethernet traffic onto a single network fabric. This consolidation simplifies cabling, reduces power consumption, and lowers operational costs. This 16-port expansion module is specifically designed to integrate seamlessly with HP BladeSystem enclosures, providing a robust and scalable solution for connecting blade servers to the network and storage area network (SAN). The 10GbE connectivity ensures high throughput, which is essential for demanding applications such as virtualization, high-performance computing, and large-scale data processing. The FCoE capabilities further enhance its utility by enabling direct attachment to Fibre Channel storage arrays without the need for dedicated Fibre Channel switches in some configurations. Installation and management are streamlined through the HP BladeSystem management tools, allowing for centralized control and monitoring of the fabric extender. The N2K-B22HP is engineered for reliability and performance, making it a suitable choice for enterprise-level deployments where uptime and data integrity are paramount. Its design focuses on maximizing bandwidth and minimizing latency, thereby improving the overall efficiency and responsiveness of the server infrastructure.
