Description
Network Management and Configuration
HP 447844-001 Storageworks San 32 Ports SFP Rack-Mountable Switch is a Fibre Channel switch designed for storage area network (SAN) applications. To manage and configure the switch, you can use the following methods:
- Web interface: The switch comes with a built-in web interface for basic configuration and management tasks.
- Command Line Interface (CLI): The switch can be managed through a command-line interface using Telnet or SSH.
- HP Systems Manager: This is a centralized management tool that allows you to manage multiple HP switches from a single interface.
To configure the switch, you can use the web interface or the CLI. You can configure various settings, such as the switch name, IP address, authentication settings, Fibre Channel zoning, and port configuration.
It’s important to follow proper procedures when configuring and managing the switch to ensure the stability and reliability of your storage network. It’s recommended to consult the HP Storageworks documentation for detailed instructions on how to manage and configure the switch.
Data Transmission and Switching Performance
The HP 447844-001 Storageworks San 32 Ports SFP Rack-Mountable Switch is designed for data transmission and switching in storage area network (SAN) environments. It provides 32 Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) ports for high-speed connectivity and is rack-mountable for ease of installation.
This switch features a non-blocking architecture that provides high performance data switching capabilities. It supports data transmission rates of up to 8Gbps per port and has a high-speed backplane that supports up to 256Gbps of throughput. This allows for fast and efficient data transfer between servers, storage systems, and other network devices.
The switch supports various data transmission protocols such as Fibre Channel (FC) and Internet Protocol (IP) and has advanced security features to prevent unauthorized access. It supports advanced Quality of Service (QoS) and traffic management capabilities, which ensure the smooth flow of data even during high network traffic.
The HP 447844-001 Storageworks San 32 Ports SFP Rack-Mountable Switch also supports a variety of data storage technologies, including block-level storage, file-level storage, and object storage. This makes it suitable for various storage applications, including data backup and recovery, data archiving, and storage consolidation.
High Availability and Reliability
The HP 447844-001 Storageworks San 32 Ports SFP Rack-Mountable Switch is a high availability and reliable switch designed for use in storage area networks (SANs). It offers 32 SFP ports for connecting fiber channel devices, ensuring high speed and efficient data transfer.
High availability: The switch is designed with high availability features to ensure that the network is always up and running, even in the event of a component failure. This includes redundant power supplies, hot-swappable components, and automatic failover mechanisms. This minimizes downtime and ensures that the switch is always available for use.
Reliability: The HP 447844-001 Storageworks San 32 Ports SFP Rack-Mountable Switch is built with high-quality components and undergoes rigorous testing to ensure reliable performance. This switch also has advanced software features that help prevent data loss or corruption, such as error detection and correction, data flow control, and load balancing.
General Information about this HP 447844-001
- Manufacturer: HP
- Part Number or SKU# 447844-001
- Device Type: Switch
Technical Information for HP 32 Ports Switch
- Enclosure Type: Rack-Mountable -1U
- Ports: 32 X SFP
- Fibre Channel: Fc-al, Fc-al-2, Fc-fg, Fc-fla, Fc-gs-2, Fc-ph, Fc-ph-2, Fc-ph-3, Fc-plda, Fc-sw, Fc-vi
- Remote Management Protocol : Snmp, Telnet, Http
- Features: Full Duplex Capability, Auto-sensing Per Device, Manageable
Expansion / Connectivity of HP Plug-in Module
- 1 X 10base-t/100base-tx Rj-45
- Management 1 X Rs-232 – 9 Pin D-sub (db-9)
- Management 32 X SFP (Mini-Gbic)
Power for this HP Rack-Mountable Switch
- Power Device : Power Supply Hot-plug / Redundant Plug-in Module
- Voltage Required : Ac 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )







