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HP P08476-B21 VC 16Gb 24-Port Fibre Channel Mod
- 24-port Fibre Channel module for HPE BladeSystem c-Class.
- Supports 16Gb Fibre Channel speeds for high-performance SAN connectivity.
- Simplifies SAN infrastructure by reducing cabling and network complexity.
- Provides consolidated network management through HPE Virtual Connect technology.
- Enables server profile management for easy deployment and migration.
- Designed for enterprise-class storage area networks.
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Product Overview
The HP P08476-B21 is a Virtual Connect (VC) 16Gb 24-Port Fibre Channel Module. It is designed for HPE BladeSystem c-Class servers, simplifying network connections and management for Fibre Channel storage. This module provides high-speed, reliable connectivity for SAN environments.
Technical Information
| Module Type | Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module |
| Port Count | 24 |
| Speed | 16Gb Fibre Channel |
Additional Specifications
| Compatibility | HPE BladeSystem c-Class |
| SKU | P08476-B21 |
Product Description
The HP P08476-B21 is a high-density 24-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Virtual Connect (VC) module designed for HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosures. This module plays a critical role in modernizing Storage Area Network (SAN) infrastructure by consolidating and simplifying the complex cabling and management associated with Fibre Channel connectivity for blade servers. Leveraging HPE Virtual Connect technology, this module offers a unique approach to network provisioning. Instead of directly connecting each server's Fibre Channel adapter to the SAN, the VC module presents a single, unified network fabric to the SAN. This abstraction layer allows administrators to define server profiles that include network and storage settings. These profiles can then be dynamically assigned to server blades, enabling rapid deployment, easy migration of workloads between servers, and simplified firmware and driver management without requiring changes to the SAN infrastructure itself. With 24 ports operating at 16Gb Fibre Channel speeds, the P08476-B21 module provides substantial bandwidth and low latency, essential for demanding enterprise storage applications such as virtualization, databases, and high-performance computing. Its integration within the BladeSystem enclosure reduces the physical footprint, power consumption, and cooling requirements compared to traditional rack-mounted SAN switches, making it a highly efficient and cost-effective solution for enterprise data centers seeking robust and manageable Fibre Channel connectivity.
