Description
Compatibility of 40GB FlexFabric Module
The HPE 40GB Ethernet 28 Port Virtual Connect FlexFabric Module is designed to work with HPE BladeSystem c-Class infrastructure. It is a key component of the HPE FlexFabric solution and is specifically built to provide high-speed, flexible network connectivity for HPE BladeSystem c-Class server blades.
To ensure compatibility, the HPE 40GB Ethernet 28 Port Virtual Connect FlexFabric Module must be used with the correct HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosure, switch bays, and interconnect components. It is important to verify that the c-Class enclosure, switch bays, and interconnect components are compatible with the HPE 40GB Ethernet 28 Port Virtual Connect FlexFabric Module before deployment.
Additionally, it is important to ensure that the server blades being used with the HPE 40GB Ethernet 28 Port Virtual Connect FlexFabric Module have the required network adapters and software to support the high-speed network connectivity provided by the module.
Network Virtualization
The HPE 40GB Ethernet 28 Port Virtual Connect FlexFabric Module provides network virtualization capabilities that allow you to create virtual network connections for your HPE BladeSystem c-Class infrastructure. This network virtualization allows you to abstract the physical network connections from the virtual network connections, providing several benefits:
- Improved Resource Utilization: By abstracting the physical network connections from the virtual network connections, you can more effectively utilize network resources. This allows you to assign network connections to individual server blades on an as-needed basis, improving network performance and efficiency.
- Simplified Network Management: Network virtualization allows you to simplify network management by centralizing network configuration and management tasks in a single location. This reduces the amount of time and effort required to manage the network and makes it easier to maintain an accurate and up-to-date network configuration.
- Improved Network Flexibility: Network virtualization provides greater flexibility in configuring and managing the network. You can quickly and easily assign network connections to individual server blades and make changes to the network configuration as needed, improving network agility and responsiveness.
- Enhanced Network Security: Network virtualization improves network security by allowing you to segment the network into separate virtual networks. This makes it easier to isolate network traffic and prevent unauthorized access, improving network security and reducing the risk of network breaches.
C-Class Bladesystems
C-Class Bladesystems is a line of blade server products developed by HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise) that provides a highly scalable, high-density server solution for data centers. Blade servers are compact, modular units that are housed in a chassis and connected to a common backplane for communication, power, and data transfer.
C-Class Bladesystems provide a range of benefits for data centers, including high performance, energy efficiency, scalability, and ease of management. The blades are designed to work with a variety of different HPE components, including storage, switches, and management software, to provide a comprehensive solution that can meet the needs of any data center.
In addition to traditional blade server functionality, C-Class Bladesystems also support network virtualization, which allows multiple virtual networks to be created within a single physical network. This enables administrators to separate different applications and workloads into different virtual networks for greater security, reliability, and flexibility.
C-Class Bladesystems are designed to be easy to install, configure, and manage, making them ideal for organizations of all sizes that need a high-performance, scalable server solution. With their ability to support a wide range of workloads, from traditional enterprise applications to cloud-based services, C-Class Bladesystems are a versatile and cost-effective solution for data centers.
Product Detail Description:
- Manufacturer: HPE
- MPN: 699350-001
- Type: Networking
- Module-Type: Expansion Module 16 Ports
- Option Part Number: 691367-B21
Technical Information
- Enclosure Type : Plug-In Module
- Ports : 16 X 10/20GBEthernet (Midplane Downlink) + 2 X 20GB Ethernet (Cross Connect Link) + 4 X 40 Gigabit Qsfp+ (Uplink) + 8 X 10 Gigabit Sfp+ (Uplink)
- Performance : Fabric Throughput : 1.2 TBPS
- Capacity : Network Access Groups : 128
- Jumbo Frame Support : 9216 Bytes
- Fibre Channel : Fc-Fg, Fc-Fla, Fc-Gs, Fc-Gs-2, Fc-Gs-3, Fc-Ph, Fc-Ph-2, Fc-Ph-3, Fc-Vi, Fc-Bb-5
- Routing Protocol : Igmpv2, Igmp, Igmpv3
- Remote Management Protocol : Snmp 1, Snmp 2, Https, Smi-S, Cli
- Encryption Algorithm : Ssl
- Authentication Method : Radius, Tacacs+, Ldap
- Features : Auto-Negotiation, Ldap Support, Vlan Support, Lldp Support, Non Blocking Ports, Transparent (N_Port Id Virtualization – Npiv) Mode Support, Sflow V5
- Compliant Standards : IEEE 802.2, IEEE 802.1q, IEEE 802.3ad (Lacp), IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.1ab (Lldp), IEEE 802.3aq, IEEE 802.1qbb, IEEE 802.1qaz
- Status Indicators : Port Status, Link Activity, Status Of Modules, Module Locat
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces : 16 X 10/20gbit Lan – Midplane Downlink 2 X 20gbit Lan – Cross Connect Link 4 X 40gbit Lan – Qsfp+ – Uplink 8 X 10gbit Lan – Sfp+ – Uplink
