Brocade 4Gb SAN Switch for HP p-Class BladeSystem
The Brocade 4Gb SAN Switch for the HP p-Class BladeSystem delivers a new paradigm for server to storage network connectivity. IT organizations now have the ability to lower cost, minimize deployment time, and save precious rack space through the integration of Fibre Channel switching into the HP BladeSystem. Server connectivity to the switch is built into the BladeSystem chassis backplane eliminating cabling and small form factor interconnects (SFP). The Brocade 4Gb SAN Switch plugs into the back of the HP BladeSystem chassis resulting in a zero foot print Fibre Channel connection solution. It installs quickly and easily into the GbE2 Interconnect Switch for HP p-Class BladeSystem or the Cisco Gigabit Ethernet Switch module for HP p-Class BladeSystem and provides seamless integration into existing or planned Brocade-based storage networking fabrics. The new Access Gateway feature enables fabric interoperability, greater scalability and simplified management.
Key Features and Benefits
INTEGRATED DESIGN
- Consolidation of enterprise components saves cost and space
- Shared power and cooling
- Zero foot print
FIBRE CHANNEL CONNECTIONS BETWEEN THE SERVERS AND SWITCH RESIDE WITHIN BLADESYSTEM CHASSIS
- Associated costs for FC cables and SFPs are eliminated
- Faster time to deploy, just plug the switch into the chassis
- Minimal external cabling
- Fully compatible with HP StorageWorks B-series switches
4 GBPS SAN FACING PORTS
- New high speed bandwidth capability
- Supports Brocade trunking technology
- Auto-sensing recognizes 2Gb & 1Gb fabric devices
FABRIC INTEROPERABILITY AND SCALABILITY
- Brocade Access Gateway enables interoperability with any supported SAN fabric and eliminates domain considerations
BROAD RANGE OF MANAGEMENT TOOLS
- Supports all Brocade Fabric OS based applications
- SMI compliant for server based SAN management applications
REDUNDANT SWITCHES (2) PER BLADESYSTEM
- Each server blade has a redundant path to the fabric resulting in highly available solution for SAN connectivity
- Enables use of multipathing software for an automated failover solution
EMPLOYS SAME TECHNOLOGY AS STAND ALONE BROCADE SWITCHES
- Leverages same hardware and firmware
AVAILABLE IN BASE, FULL FABRIC, OR POWER PACK MODELS
- Choose what features and management options make the best sense for your application
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E.L.I. Digital/HP Sales:
Local: 617-547-4005
U.S.: 800-892-9230
Fax: 617-354-1417
decsales@eli.com or
hpsales@eli.com
288 Norfolk Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
E.L.I. Sun Sales:
Local: 617-547-1113
U.S.: 800-447-1156
Fax: 617-354-1417
sunsales@eli.com
288 Norfolk Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
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