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HP V23818M305-B57 Gbic Module San Director
- Product Type: GBIC Module
- Application: SAN Director
- Interface Type: Varies (typically SC or LC for fiber, RJ45 for copper)
- Data Rate: Typically 1 Gbps
- Fiber Compatibility: Varies based on specific GBIC model (e.g., SX, LX, EX)
- Connector Type: Varies (e.g., SC, LC, RJ45)
- Designed for Storage Area Network (SAN) environments
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Product Overview
The HP V23818M305-B57 is identified as a GBIC module for SAN Director applications. GBIC (Gigabit Interface Converter) modules are older generation transceivers that connect network hardware to fiber optic or copper networking cables.
Technical Information
| Product Type | GBIC Module |
| Application | SAN Director |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | GBIC |
| Data Rate | 1 Gbps (typical) |
Product Description
The HP V23818M305-B57 is a Gigabit Interface Converter (GBIC) module specifically designed for use within HP SAN Director systems. GBIC modules represent an earlier generation of modular network interface technology, predating the more common SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) modules. They serve the fundamental purpose of converting electrical signals within the SAN Director chassis into optical or electrical signals suitable for transmission over network cabling. As a component for a SAN Director, this GBIC module is integral to the connectivity and performance of a storage area network. SANs are dedicated networks that provide access to consolidated, block-level data storage. The GBIC's role is to enable the Director to communicate with storage devices or other network components via fiber optic or copper links, facilitating high-speed data transfer and access for servers. While specific technical details like wavelength, reach, and connector type would depend on the exact variant of the GBIC (e.g., SX for short-reach multimode, LX for long-reach single-mode), its primary function is to provide a standardized, modular interface for 1 Gbps connectivity within the SAN Director. Its inclusion in the product title indicates its specialized application within HP's storage networking infrastructure.
