Description
Advanced Security Features
The HPE AM866B 8 Ports Rack-mountable Fibre Channel Sfp SAN Switch is a high-performance switch designed for secure storage area networks (SANs). It comes with advanced security features that provide data protection and prevent unauthorized access to the network. These features include:
- Authentication: The switch supports authentication protocols such as CHAP and RADIUS, which help to verify the identity of the users and devices trying to access the network.
- Access control: The switch allows administrators to restrict access to specific ports, IP addresses, and WWN addresses to prevent unauthorized access to the network.
- Encryption: The switch supports encryption protocols such as FCIP (Fibre Channel over IP) and iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface), which provide secure data transmission over public networks.
- Firewall: The switch comes with a built-in firewall that monitors and controls network traffic, preventing unauthorized access to the network and unauthorized data transfer.
- Intrusion Detection System (IDS): The switch includes an IDS system that monitors network traffic and alerts administrators of any suspicious activity, such as network intrusions, malware attacks, and unauthorized data access.
- Event logging: The switch logs events such as login attempts, data transfers, and system alerts, providing administrators with a comprehensive view of the network’s security status.
Maintenance and Support
The HPE AM866B 8 Ports Rack-mountable Fibre Channel SFP SAN Switch is a high-performance switch designed for data center and enterprise storage environments. This switch requires maintenance and support to ensure its optimal functioning and reliability.
Maintenance
- Software Upgrades: The switch’s firmware and software can be upgraded regularly to improve its performance, security, and compatibility with the latest technologies.
- Hardware Upgrades: The switch’s hardware components such as power supplies, fans, and transceivers can be replaced if they fail or become outdated.
- Cleaning: Dust and debris can accumulate inside the switch over time and affect its performance. The switch should be cleaned regularly to ensure its proper functioning.
Support
- Technical Support: Technical support is available to help with any technical issues that may arise with the switch. This includes troubleshooting, configuration, and installation support.
- Warranty: The switch comes with a warranty that covers hardware defects, ensuring that it can be repaired or replaced if necessary.
- Spare Parts: HPE provides spare parts to repair the switch if needed. This ensures that the switch can be maintained and repaired in a timely manner, avoiding downtime.
Data Protection and Security
The HPE AM866B is a 8-port Fibre Channel switch designed for Storage Area Network (SAN) environments. It features SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) ports, allowing for the use of different types of fibre optic cables to connect to storage devices or other network components.
As for data protection and security, the HPE AM866B provides several features that help ensure the integrity of your data. For example, it supports zoning, which allows you to segment the switch into multiple secure domains, preventing unauthorized access to your storage resources. Additionally, it supports hardware-based encryption for enhanced security.
In addition, the HPE AM866B provides reliability through redundant power supplies and cooling fans, ensuring that your SAN stays up and running even if one of these components fails. Overall, the HPE AM866B provides a scalable and secure solution for connecting storage devices in a SAN environment.
Product Information
- Manufacturer: HPE
- Part Number or SKU# AM866B
- Type: Networking
- Sub-Type: Switch 8 Ports
- Enclosure Type : Rack-Mountable – 1U
- Ports : 8 X 8gb Fibre Channel 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, Fc-Fh
- Remote Management Protocol : Snmp, Telnet, Http
- Authentication Method : Radius
- Features : Full Duplex Capability, Auto-Sensing Per Device, Manageable
- Expansion / Connectivity:
- Interfaces : 1 X 10base-T/100base-Tx – Rj-45 – Management 1 X Rs-232 – 9 Pin D-Sub (Db-9) – Management 1 X 4 Pin Usb Type A 8 X Sfp (Mini-Gbic)
Power
- Power Device : Power Supply – Internal
- Voltage Required : Ac 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
