HPE 1606 FCIP 16-pt Enabled 8Gb FC 6-pt Enabled 1GbE Power Pack+ Switch
Mfr. Part #:
AP864B#ABB
Brand:
HPE
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HPE 1606 FCIP 16-pt Enabled 8Gb FC 6-pt Enabled 1GbE Power Pack+ Switch
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AP864B#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 Power Pack+ Switch
- Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity: 24
- MAC address table: 8000 entries Switching capacity: 48 Gbit/s
- Rack mounting Stackable
Summary Description
HPE 1606 FCIP 16-pt Enabled 8Gb FC 6-pt Enabled 1GbE Power Pack+ Switch
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AP864B#ABB Specifications
Overview
Manufacturer:
Tenda
Stock:
In Stock.
Stock updated on:
2024-09-04
Ports & interfaces
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity
24
Network
Networking standards
IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x
10G support
No
Data transmission
Supported data transfer rates
10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Switching capacity
48 Gbit/s
MAC address table
8000 entries
Store-and-forward
Yes
Maximum data transfer rate
1 Gbit/s
Design
Rack mounting
Yes
Stackable
Yes
Product colour
Blue
LED indicators
Activity, Power
Certification
FCC, CE
Power
AC input voltage
100 - 240 V
AC input frequency
50 - 60 Hz
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
No
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)
0 - 40 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)
-40 - 70 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)
10 - 90%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)
5 - 90%
Weight & dimensions
Width
440 mm
Depth
209 mm
Height
44 mm
Packaging data
User guide
Yes
Manual
Yes
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What primary storage networking roles does the HPE 1606 FCIP switch serve? +
The HPE 1606 FCIP switch is designed for high-performance storage area network (SAN) extension. It bridges Fibre Channel traffic over IP networks, allowing organizations to replicate data between remote data centers efficiently. This ensures seamless disaster recovery and business continuity by extending your fabric over long distances using standard Ethernet infrastructure.
How many Fibre Channel and Gigabit Ethernet ports are active on the AP864B model? +
This specific configuration includes 16 enabled 8Gb Fibre Channel ports for high-speed local storage connectivity and 6 enabled 1GbE ports for IP-based tunneling. This hybrid port density is optimized for environments requiring a balance between traditional SAN performance and cost-effective WAN connectivity for remote data replication tasks.
What is the specific purpose of the Power Pack+ designation for this switch? +
The Power Pack+ bundle includes advanced software features and licenses that extend the switch's base capabilities. These tools typically offer enhanced fabric management, deeper performance monitoring, and advanced traffic analysis, providing administrators with comprehensive visibility and control over complex, multi-site SAN architectures.
Does the HPE 1606 support data compression for WAN link optimization? +
Yes, this switch supports hardware-based compression for data being sent over FCIP tunnels. By compressing data at the wire level before it crosses the IP network, the switch effectively increases the throughput of your WAN links, reduces latency, and lowers the operational costs associated with maintaining large-scale remote storage replication.
Is this switch compatible with existing Brocade or HPE B-series SAN fabrics? +
The HPE 1606 is built on proven B-series technology, ensuring seamless interoperability within established Brocade or HPE storage environments. It integrates easily into existing fabric configurations, allowing you to scale your network infrastructure without requiring a forklift upgrade of your current switch ecosystem or management software.
What management interfaces are available for configuring the 1606 FCIP switch? +
You can manage the 1606 FCIP switch through standard industry interfaces, including a command-line interface (CLI) for granular configuration and modern browser-based GUI tools. These interfaces provide robust options for monitoring port status, managing FCIP tunnel parameters, and performing firmware updates, ensuring simplified operations across distributed data center environments.
Can I use the 1606 for long-distance disaster recovery? +
Absolutely. This switch is purpose-built for disaster recovery scenarios. By enabling robust FCIP tunneling, it allows you to move blocks of data over long-distance IP networks between your primary data center and a remote disaster recovery site, maintaining high availability for your mission-critical storage applications.
What is the benefit of the 8Gb Fibre Channel ports compared to older standards? +
The 8Gb Fibre Channel ports provide significantly higher bandwidth per port compared to 2Gb or 4Gb legacy hardware. This increase in throughput reduces data bottlenecks during intensive backup windows and provides the necessary performance headroom for high-transaction virtualized environments, ensuring that storage performance keeps pace with modern server compute capabilities.
How can I request a bulk quote for multiple HPE 1606 units for a large project? +
If you are planning a large-scale data center deployment and require multiple units, our sales team is ready to assist. Please contact us directly through the BuyRouterSwitch.com portal with your project requirements. We specialize in volume pricing and can provide a customized quote to help manage your procurement costs effectively.
Why should I choose BuyRouterSwitch.com for my enterprise networking hardware needs? +
BuyRouterSwitch.com is a trusted source for high-quality enterprise networking equipment. We focus on providing authentic, reliable hardware that meets rigorous industry standards. By choosing us for your HPE infrastructure, you benefit from our streamlined procurement process and dedicated support, ensuring your project timeline remains on track with genuine products delivered exactly as expected.
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