Description
Management and Monitoring Tools
The HPE Synergy 20GB Interconnect Link Module (part number 779218-B21) is an expansion module used in HPE Synergy frames to provide high-speed interconnectivity between different components.
Management and monitoring tools are an essential aspect of this module, as they allow administrators to monitor and manage the link module’s performance and ensure that it is functioning correctly.
One such tool is the HPE Synergy Composer, which is used to manage the entire Synergy infrastructure, including the link module. The Composer allows administrators to monitor the link module’s health, view port utilization statistics, and configure various settings such as Quality of Service (QoS) and VLANs.
Another tool that can be used to monitor the link module is HPE OneView, a management software that provides a single, integrated view of the entire Synergy infrastructure. OneView allows administrators to monitor the link module’s performance and manage its configuration from a central location.
In addition to these tools, the link module also includes built-in monitoring capabilities such as hardware health monitoring and link status monitoring. These capabilities allow administrators to quickly identify and troubleshoot any issues that may arise with the link module.
Future Developments and Upgrades
The HPE Synergy 20GB Interconnect Link Module (part number 779218-B21) is an expansion module that provides high-speed connectivity between HPE Synergy Compute Modules and other components within the HPE Synergy system, such as storage modules and interconnect switches.
As for future developments and upgrades, HPE continually works to enhance and improve its Synergy product line. As newer technologies become available, HPE may release updated versions of the HPE Synergy 20GB Interconnect Link Module that support faster speeds, increased capacity, or additional features.
Furthermore, HPE often provides firmware updates for its Synergy products, including the interconnect link module, to address security vulnerabilities, fix bugs, and add new features or functionality. These updates can typically be downloaded and installed through HPE’s support website or automated management tools.
Performance and Scalability
The HPE Synergy 20GB Interconnect Link Module is an expansion module designed to provide high-speed interconnectivity and scalability to the HPE Synergy Composable Infrastructure.
Performance: The module supports a bandwidth of up to 20 Gigabits per second (Gbps) per port and can provide a total of 160 Gbps of aggregate bandwidth per module. This high-speed connectivity allows for faster data transfer rates and lower latency, making it ideal for use in high-performance computing environments that require low-latency and high-bandwidth networking.
Scalability: The module is designed to be hot-swappable, meaning it can be added or removed from the system without disrupting ongoing operations. This allows for easy expansion or upgrading of the system’s networking capabilities as demand grows, making it highly scalable. Additionally, the module is compatible with other HPE Synergy interconnect modules, allowing for flexible configurations and scaling options.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: HPE
- Manufacturer Part Number: 779218-B21
- Type: Networking
- Sub-Type: 20 Gigabit
- Ports : 10GB Ethernet X 12
- Data Link Protocol : 10 GIGE
- Data Transfer Rate : 10 GBPS
- Performance : Latency: 5 µs
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces : 12 X 10GB Ethernet
