Description
Product Overview of HP AA987A
The HP AA987A MSA1500 Fibre Channel I/O Module is an essential component of a storage area network (SAN) that provides high-performance connectivity between servers and storage systems. This module is a part of the HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array (MSA) family, which offers flexible and scalable storage solutions for small to medium-sized businesses.
The HP AA987A MSA1500 Fibre Channel I/O Module is a dual-channel Fibre Channel host bus adapter (HBA) that provides connectivity between servers and storage systems. It supports both 2 Gb/s and 1 Gb/s Fibre Channel protocols and can be used with a variety of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and VMware.
The module has two SFP (small form-factor pluggable) transceiver slots, which support both short-range and long-range optical cables. This allows the module to be used in a variety of SAN environments, including campus, metropolitan, and wide-area networks.
Features
- Dual-Channel Connectivity: The HP AA987A MSA1500 Fibre Channel I/O Module provides dual-channel connectivity, which allows for increased performance and availability. With two channels, the module can support redundant paths between servers and storage systems, which enhances the overall reliability of the SAN.
- 2 Gb/s and 1 Gb/s Support: The module supports both 2 Gb/s and 1 Gb/s Fibre Channel protocols, which allows for flexibility in SAN design. Customers can choose the appropriate speed based on their application requirements and budget.
- SFP Transceiver Slots: The module has two SFP transceiver slots, which support both short-range and long-range optical cables. This allows customers to choose the appropriate cable type based on the distance between their servers and storage systems.
- Hot-Swap Support: The module supports hot-swapping, which allows for easy replacement of a faulty module without shutting down the entire SAN.
- SNMP Support: The module supports SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), which allows for remote monitoring and management of the module. This feature enhances the overall manageability of the SAN.
Benefits
- Increased Performance: The dual-channel connectivity of the HP AA987A MSA1500 Fibre Channel I/O Module provides increased performance and availability for the SAN. With two channels, the module can support redundant paths between servers and storage systems, which enhances the overall reliability of the SAN.
- Flexibility: The module supports both 2 Gb/s and 1 Gb/s Fibre Channel protocols, which allows for flexibility in SAN design. Customers can choose the appropriate speed based on their application requirements and budget.
- Scalability: The HP StorageWorks MSA family offers flexible and scalable storage solutions for small to medium-sized businesses. The HP AA987A MSA1500 Fibre Channel I/O Module is a part of this family and can be used to scale up the storage infrastructure as the business grows.
- Hot-Swap Support: The module supports hot-swapping, which allows for easy replacement of a faulty module without shutting down the entire SAN. This feature reduces downtime and enhances the overall availability of the SAN.
- Manageability: The SNMP support of the module allows for remote monitoring and management of the module. This feature enhances the overall manageability of the SAN and reduces the need for on-site management.
Overall, the HP AA987A MSA1500 Fibre Channel I/O Module is an essential component of a storage area network (SAN) that provides high-performance connectivity between servers and storage systems.
General Information about the HP AA987A
- Manufacturer: HP
- Part Number or SKU# AA987A
- Product Type: Controller
- Product Name: Fibre Channel
Technical Specifications for AA987A Msa1500 Fibre Channel
- Product Type: Storage Controller
- Form Factor: Plug-in module
- Data Transfer Rate: 2 Gbps
- Supported Devices: Disk array (RAID)
- Interfaces: 2 x Fibre Channel
- Compatible Bays: 1 x hot-swap
- Expansion Slots: 2 x SFP (mini-GBIC)
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 3.5 in x 10.6 in x 1.1 in
- Weight: 0.4 lbs
- Designed for: HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 1500
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