HPE 1606 FCIP 16-pt Enabled 8Gb FC 6-pt Enabled 1GbE Full Switch
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HPE 1606 FCIP 16-pt Enabled 8Gb FC 6-pt Enabled 1GbE Full Switch
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AP863B#ABB Overview
IT organizations continue to face unprecedented data growth as more platforms, applications, and users connect to the data center network. In turn, the storage network infrastructure must continue evolving to enable fast, continuous, and cost effective access to mission critical data from anywhere in the world.
To address this challenge, the HP 1606 Extension Switch helps provide fast, reliable, and cost-effective network infrastructure for remote data replication, backup, and migration. Leveraging next-generation Fibre Channel and advanced Fibre Channel over IP (FCIP) technology, the 1606 Extension SAN Switch provides a flexible and extensible platform to move more data faster and further than ever before.
The HP 1606 Extension SAN Switch offers up to sixteen (16) 8 Gb Fibre Channel ports and six (6) 1 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) ports to provide unmatched Fibre Channel and FCIP bandwidth, port density, and throughput for maximum application performance over WAN links.
HP 1606 FCIP 16-pt Enabled 8Gb FC 6-pt Enabled 1GbE Full Switch
- Managed
- Quality of Service (QoS) support
- Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity: 48
- 10G support
- MAC address table: 16000 entries Switching capacity: 256 Gbit/s
- Access Control List (ACL)
- Stackable
- Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Summary Description
HPE 1606 FCIP 16-pt Enabled 8Gb FC 6-pt Enabled 1GbE Full Switch
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AP863B#ABB Specifications
Overview
Manufacturer:
Huawei
Stock:
In Stock.
Stock updated on:
2024-09-04
Management features
Switch type
Managed
Quality of Service (QoS) support
Yes
ARP inspection
Yes
System event log
Yes
Ports & interfaces
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity
48
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports type
Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
SFP+ module slots quantity
4
Network
Networking standards
IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3az
10G support
Yes
Rate limiting
Yes
VLAN support
Yes
Number of VLANs
4000
Data transmission
Switching capacity
256 Gbit/s
Throughput
132 Mpps
MAC address table
16000 entries
Number of queues
8
Jumbo frames support
Yes
Jumbo frames
10000
Security
DHCP features
DHCP server, DHCP client
Access Control List (ACL)
Yes
IGMP snooping
Yes
Security algorithms
802.1x RADIUS, HTTPS, SNMP, SSH-2
MAC address filtering
Yes
SSH/SSL support
Yes
BPDU filtering/protection
Yes
IP-MAC-Port binding
Yes
Multicast features
Multicast support
Yes
Design
Stackable
Yes
Product colour
Black
Power
Redundant power supply (RPS) support
Yes
AC input voltage
100 - 240 V
AC input frequency
50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption (typical)
479.3 W
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Yes
Total Power over Ethernet (PoE) budget
370 W
Weight & dimensions
Width
442 mm
Depth
43.6 mm
Height
310 mm
Packaging data
AC adapter included
Yes
Frequently Asked Questions
What primary connectivity options does the HPE 1606 FCIP switch provide? +
This switch is designed for high-performance storage networking, offering 16 enabled Fibre Channel ports at 8Gb speeds for local SAN connectivity. Additionally, it includes 6 enabled 1GbE ports dedicated to FCIP tunneling, allowing for reliable data replication and extension over wide area networks between geographically dispersed data centers.
Can the HPE 1606 FCIP be used to bridge existing SAN environments? +
Yes, this switch is specifically engineered to bridge Fibre Channel SAN islands over IP networks. By leveraging FCIP technology, it enables organizations to extend their Fibre Channel fabrics across standard Ethernet infrastructure, effectively facilitating remote tape backup, data migration, and disaster recovery initiatives without requiring complex, proprietary hardware at each site.
How does the performance of the 8Gb FC ports impact storage traffic? +
The 8Gb Fibre Channel ports ensure high-throughput, low-latency connectivity for mission-critical storage traffic. By maintaining full-duplex 8Gb performance, the switch eliminates bottlenecks in the data path, ensuring that high-speed storage arrays can communicate efficiently with servers, which is essential for maintaining performance in virtualized environments and high-transaction database applications.
Is the HPE 1606 FCIP suitable for disaster recovery deployments? +
The switch is highly effective for disaster recovery due to its built-in FCIP tunneling capabilities. By encapsulating Fibre Channel traffic into IP packets, it allows administrators to replicate storage data to a remote facility over cost-effective IP links, ensuring data availability and business continuity in the event of a local site failure.
What type of environment is the HPE 1606 switch best suited for? +
This unit is ideal for mid-sized to large enterprise data centers that require robust storage extension. It is specifically built for environments needing to connect local Fibre Channel SANs to remote locations over an IP backbone, providing a seamless balance between local port density and wide-area data transport capabilities.
Does this switch support standard management protocols for integration? +
The HPE 1606 FCIP switch is compatible with standard HPE management tools and CLI interfaces used across the Brocade/HPE Fibre Channel ecosystem. Administrators can monitor port status, configure FCIP tunnels, and manage fabric security policies using familiar storage management software, ensuring efficient oversight of both the local ports and the remote extension links.
How does the port configuration handle mixed traffic environments? +
With its specific configuration of 16 Fibre Channel ports and 6 GbE ports, the device handles traffic separation effectively. The FC ports manage the SAN fabric bandwidth, while the GbE ports process the encapsulated storage traffic, ensuring that remote replication tasks do not degrade the performance of local storage operations within the fabric.
Is this specific HPE 1606 model pre-licensed for its stated port count? +
Yes, this unit is supplied as a fully enabled model, featuring 16 active Fibre Channel ports and 6 active 1GbE ports out of the box. This ready-to-deploy configuration eliminates the need for purchasing additional port-activation licenses immediately, allowing your infrastructure team to integrate the switch into the production environment as soon as it is physically installed.
Can I request a bulk quote for multiple HPE 1606 switches from BuyRouterSwitch.com? +
Certainly. If you are planning a large-scale infrastructure refresh or require multiple units for a redundant site architecture, our team at BuyRouterSwitch.com provides dedicated bulk pricing. Simply contact our sales department with the required SKU and quantity, and we will prepare a customized quote tailored to your project's specific budgetary requirements.
Why should I choose BuyRouterSwitch.com for my HPE networking hardware? +
BuyRouterSwitch.com is a trusted provider of enterprise-grade networking equipment, focusing on delivering authentic HPE hardware to IT professionals worldwide. We prioritize secure ordering processes and maintain a deep inventory of critical components, ensuring that your organization receives genuine, reliable gear that meets strict industry standards for enterprise SAN deployment and maintenance.
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