HPE SN8000C 8Gb 32-Port Advanced Fibre Channel Module
Mfr. Part #:
QW924A
Brand:
HPE
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HPE SN8000C 8Gb 32-Port Advanced Fibre Channel Module
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QW924A Overview
HP SN8000C Directors elevate the standard for director-class switches. Providing industry-leading availability, scalability, security, and management, the SN8000C C-series of Directors allow businesses to deploy the highest-performance SANs, with the lowest TCO in the industry. Layering a rich set of intelligent features onto a high-performance, protocol-independent switch fabric, the SN8000C directors address the stringent requirements of large data center storage environments.
The SN8000C Directors are available in 6-slot, 9-slot, and 13-slot configurations, the entire series supports 1Gb/s, 2Gb/s, 4Gb/s, 8Gb/s, and 10Gb/s Fibre Channel port speeds, up to 528 1/2/4/8-Gb/s autosensing Fibre Channel ports in a single chassis, and up to 1584 Fibre Channel ports per rack. The SN8000C Directors are also ready for integration of future high-speed standards, helping ensure continued investment protection.
HP SN8000C 8Gb 32-Port Advanced Fibre Channel Module
- Managed L3 Web-based management SNMP
- Quality of Service (QoS) support
- Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity: 8
- MAC address table: 8192 entries Switching capacity: 18 Gbit/s
- Rack mounting Stackable
- Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Summary Description
HPE SN8000C 8Gb 32-Port Advanced Fibre Channel Module
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QW924A Specifications
Overview
Manufacturer:
HPE
Stock:
In Stock.
Stock updated on:
2024-09-03
Management features
Switch type
Managed
Switch layer
L3
Quality of Service (QoS) support
Yes
Web-based management
Yes
Ports & interfaces
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity
8
SFP/SFP+ slots quantity
2
SFP module slots quantity
1
Network
Networking standards
IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1s, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ad, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3z
10G support
No
Routing entries
32
Flow control support
Yes
Link aggregation
Yes
Auto MDI/MDI-X
Yes
Spanning tree protocol
Yes
VLAN support
Yes
Number of VLANs
4094
Data transmission
Supported data transfer rates
10/100/1000Mbps
Switching capacity
18 Gbit/s
Throughput
13400000 p/s
MAC address table
8192 entries
Maximum data transfer rate
1 Gbit/s
Packet buffer memory
0.5 MB
Security
MAC address filtering
Yes
Protocols
Management protocols
SNMP
Supported network protocols
LLDP, STP
Design
Rack mounting
Yes
Stackable
Yes
Product colour
Grey
LED indicators
Yes
Safety
UL, IEC, EN, CAN/CSA
Certification
FCC, VCCI, CISPR, ICES
Performance
Built-in processor
Yes
Processor model
ARM
Processor frequency
333 MHz
Internal memory
128 MB
Flash memory
128 MB
Power
AC input voltage
100 - 240 V
AC input frequency
50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption (typical)
228 W
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Yes
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)
0 - 45 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)
10 - 90%
Weight & dimensions
Width
300 mm
Depth
260 mm
Height
43.6 mm
Weight
3 kg
Other features
Latency
100/1000Mb < 5 µs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What primary function does the HPE SN8000C 8Gb 32-Port Module serve in a storage area network? +
The HPE SN8000C 8Gb 32-Port module is a high-density line card designed for MDS 9500 Series multilayer directors. It provides high-performance Fibre Channel connectivity, allowing administrators to scale their SAN fabric by adding 32 ports of 8Gb/s throughput per module, which is essential for managing demanding enterprise storage workloads and virtualized environments.
Does the QW924A module support backward compatibility with slower Fibre Channel speeds? +
Yes, this module is designed for flexibility in mixed-speed environments. It supports auto-negotiation, allowing the ports to seamlessly interoperate with legacy 1Gb/s, 2Gb/s, and 4Gb/s Fibre Channel devices. This ensures that you can integrate older storage arrays or HBAs into your updated SAN fabric without requiring a complete hardware refresh.
How does the SN8000C module handle port-channeling for increased bandwidth? +
The module fully supports PortChannel technology, which allows you to aggregate multiple physical Fibre Channel links into a single logical bundle. This provides higher aggregate bandwidth and enhanced redundancy, ensuring that traffic is distributed efficiently across available paths while preventing bottlenecks during peak traffic periods in your data center.
What type of optics are required for the 32 ports on the QW924A module? +
This module utilizes standard SFP+ transceivers to provide the physical connectivity for its 32 ports. It is important to utilize HPE-qualified 8Gb SFP+ modules to ensure optimal signal integrity and compliance with the switch director’s firmware requirements, maintaining a stable and reliable fabric connection across your network infrastructure.
Is the HPE SN8000C module hot-swappable during normal switch operations? +
The module is designed for high-availability enterprise environments and supports hot-swapping. You can remove or install the line card into an MDS 9500 Series chassis without powering down the entire director. This feature significantly minimizes maintenance windows and ensures continuous uptime for your mission-critical storage applications.
How do I manage the configuration and monitoring of the QW924A ports? +
Management is handled through the standard HPE MDS management interfaces, including the Command Line Interface (CLI) or the Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM). These tools allow for comprehensive monitoring of port status, throughput statistics, and error rates, providing granular visibility into the health and performance of your Fibre Channel fabric.
What is the benefit of the 'Advanced' designation for this specific Fibre Channel module? +
The Advanced designation signifies that this module supports sophisticated fabric services, including advanced traffic management, Quality of Service (QoS) features, and enhanced diagnostics. These capabilities allow network administrators to prioritize critical data traffic, troubleshoot latency issues more effectively, and maintain stable performance in large-scale, multi-vendor storage environments.
Can the QW924A be used to extend SAN fabric across long distances? +
Yes, when paired with the appropriate long-range SFP+ transceivers, this module can facilitate data transport over extended distances. It integrates perfectly with the director's existing buffer-to-buffer credit management system, which is crucial for maintaining throughput on long-haul Fibre Channel connections between geographically dispersed data centers.
How can I obtain a bulk quote for multiple QW924A modules from BuyRouterSwitch.com? +
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