HPE 8/8 (8) Full Fabric Ports Enabled SAN, Managed, Full duplex, Rack mounting, 1U
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AM867AR#ABB Overview
HPE 8/8 SAN Switch is targeted for SMB enterprises and is ideal for entry-level SANs, and as an edge switch for core-to-edge SAN environments. The 8/8 SAN Switch provides SAN connectivity that improves system performance, maximizes the value of virtual server deployments, and reduces overall storage costs. The 8/8 Base SAN Switch provides an affordable single-switch solution for a new, small SAN installation and connects to storage and servers only. An optional Full Fabric SAN scaling license provides connectivity to other switches. This comes with a Full Fabric license and may be connected to multiple switches. Both 8 port switches provide growth options to non-disruptively scale to a max of 24 enabled ports. The 8/8 SAN Switch provides auto-sensing 1, 2, 4, and 8 Gb full duplex performance to enable up to 128 Gb of throughput. For investment protection, the 8/8 SAN Switch may be populated with 4 Gb B-Series SFPs today and upgraded to 8 Gb B-Series SFPS when necessary.
What's new
- Compliance with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS2) directive and 2016 RoHS requirements.
Features
High Performance
- Remove/avoid performance bottlenecks in high-density virtualized server environments.
- Enables rapid deployment with minimal configuration in existing environments; provides the highest performance available, with complete backward and forward investment protection.
- Very affordable, enables “pay-as-you-grow” 8-port scalability for easy, non-disruptive growth in highly dynamic business environment.
High Scalability
- Includes simultaneous wire-speed support for all ports to provide a high-performance system with aggregate bandwidth of up to 384 Gb/s full duplex.
- Provides seamless server connectivity to multi-vendor fabric environments, and allows a great number of servers to connect to a SAN fabric without increasing switch domain count.
- Allows up to eight ports (at 2, 4, or 8 Gb/s speeds) between a pair of switches to be combined to form a single logical ISL with a speed of up to 64 Gb/s (128 Gb/s full duplex) for optimal bandwidth utilization and load balancing.
Improved TCO
- Optimizes fabric-wide performance and load balancing by automatically routing data to all available paths in the fabric.
- Simplifies SAN management, negating the need to map application performance requirements to port speeds.
- Advanced fabric services to optimize SAN performance and resource utilization.
Investment Protection
- Delivers low latency, power efficiency, and high reliability while providing a highly scalable and flexible platform for advanced fabric services.
8/8 (8) Full Fabric Ports Enabled SAN Switch
- Managed Web-based management
- Quality of Service (QoS) support
- 1U Rack mounting Stackable
Summary Description
HPE 8/8 (8) Full Fabric Ports Enabled SAN, Managed, Full duplex, Rack mounting, 1U
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AM867AR#ABB Specifications
Overview
Manufacturer:
HPE
Stock:
In Stock.
Stock updated on:
2024-09-17
Management features
Switch type
Managed
Quality of Service (QoS) support
Yes
Web-based management
Yes
Ports & interfaces
Installed SFP modules quantity
8
Fiber ports quantity
8
Network
Full duplex
Yes
Rate limiting
Yes
Data transmission
Maximum data transfer rate
8 Gbit/s
Protocols
Supported network protocols
Fibre Channel
Design
Rack mounting
Yes
Stackable
Yes
Form factor
1U
Product colour
Grey
Power
AC input voltage
100 - 240 V
AC input frequency
47/63 Hz
Power consumption (typical)
48 W
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
No
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)
0 - 40 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)
-25 - 70 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)
10 - 85%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)
10 - 90%
Weight & dimensions
Width
428.8 mm
Depth
306.6 mm
Height
42.9 mm
Weight
4.22 kg
Other features
Bandwidth
384 Gbit/s
Frequently Asked Questions
How many active ports does the HPE 8/8 SAN switch provide out of the box? +
The HPE 8/8 Base SAN Switch (AM867AR#ABB) comes pre-configured with 8 active Fibre Channel ports. These ports provide full fabric connectivity, allowing for high-performance data transfer speeds suitable for small-to-medium business storage environments that require reliable, low-latency communication between servers and storage arrays.
What is the physical form factor of the HPE 8/8 SAN switch? +
This unit is designed as a compact 1U rackmount device. Its 1U height is optimized for standard server racks, making it an ideal solution for data centers or branch offices where rack space is at a premium. The grey chassis design integrates seamlessly into traditional enterprise hardware environments.
Is the HPE 8/8 Fibre Channel switch manageable in a standard SAN environment? +
Yes, this is a fully managed Fibre Channel switch. It supports comprehensive management interfaces that allow administrators to monitor fabric health, configure port settings, and manage zoning through industry-standard software tools, ensuring that your storage area network remains optimized and secure under varying workload conditions.
Can the AM867AR#ABB be used for entry-level storage area network deployments? +
Absolutely. The HPE 8/8 switch is specifically engineered for entry-level SAN environments or as a robust edge switch in larger enterprise fabrics. Its balance of 8 full-fabric ports provides sufficient density for small clusters, helping organizations transition from direct-attached storage to a more scalable and manageable SAN architecture.
What kind of performance can I expect from the 8/8 Fibre Channel ports? +
The ports on this switch are built for high-performance Fibre Channel connectivity, minimizing bottlenecks in data traffic between your host servers and storage systems. By offloading I/O processing from the servers to the switch fabric, the AM867AR#ABB helps improve overall application response times and storage efficiency.
Does this switch support integration into existing HPE storage fabrics? +
The AM867AR#ABB is designed for high interoperability within HPE storage ecosystems. Its standard Fibre Channel protocol support ensures compatibility with various HPE storage arrays and host bus adapters, allowing it to integrate smoothly into your existing fabric architecture without requiring a total infrastructure overhaul.
How should I plan the deployment for an HPE 8/8 SAN managed switch? +
Deployment should focus on placing the switch within the same rack as the connected storage arrays to minimize cabling distances. Ensure your SFP transceivers match your cable media type, and use the management software to define zones and fabric configurations before finalizing physical connections for optimal uptime.
What is the primary benefit of the 'Full Fabric' capability in this HPE model? +
The full fabric capability allows each port to act as an entry point for advanced fabric services. Unlike simple hubs, this switch enables sophisticated data routing, device discovery, and traffic management, ensuring that every connected device can communicate securely and efficiently across the entire SAN infrastructure.
Can BuyRouterSwitch.com provide a bulk quote for multiple HPE 8/8 units? +
Yes, our sales team is fully equipped to provide competitive bulk pricing for large-scale deployments. If you are outfitting multiple racks or expanding your entire data center infrastructure, please reach out to our representatives directly. We prioritize volume requests to ensure your organization receives the best possible value for your enterprise hardware investments.
Why should I choose BuyRouterSwitch.com for my HPE SAN hardware procurement? +
When you purchase from BuyRouterSwitch.com, you are choosing a partner dedicated to delivering authentic enterprise-grade networking equipment. Our procurement processes ensure that you receive legitimate HPE products, and our sales team specializes in helping IT professionals source the exact configurations required to meet their specific project requirements and budget constraints.
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