Description
Improved Data Center Efficiency
Improved Data Center Efficiency refers to the increased performance, speed, and productivity of a data center after implementing the HPE 785338-001 Virtual Connect SE 16 Gb Fiber Channel Module. This module enhances the data center’s efficiency in several ways, including:
- High-speed connectivity: The Virtual Connect SE 16 Gb Fiber Channel Module provides fast and reliable fiber channel connectivity, enabling faster data transfer and reducing downtime.
- Improved resource utilization: By allowing the HPE BladeSystem to access data storage resources more efficiently, the module improves the utilization of data center resources, reducing waste and increasing productivity.
- Flexibility and scalability: The module supports the dynamic allocation of resources, enabling the data center to quickly respond to changing needs and demands. This results in improved efficiency, especially in multi-tenant environments.
- Streamlined management: The Virtual Connect SE 16 Gb Fiber Channel Module provides a central management interface, enabling administrators to manage and monitor their data center resources more easily, reducing administrative overhead and improving efficiency.
Installation and Configuration
Installation and Configuration is an important aspect of setting up the HPE 785338-001 Virtual Connect SE 16 Gb Fiber Channel Module. The installation process involves connecting the module to the HPE BladeSystem and configuring it to work with the existing network infrastructure.
The steps involved in installation and configuration are as follows:
- Install the module into the HPE BladeSystem chassis.
- Connect the module to the network switch using fiber optic cables.
- Log into the HPE Virtual Connect Manager to access the module’s management interface.
- Configure the module by defining the fiber channel zones, port mapping, and other network settings.
- Test the module’s connectivity and performance using diagnostic tools and monitoring software.
The configuration process is relatively straightforward and can be done through the user-friendly interface provided by the HPE Virtual Connect Manager. Once the module is installed and configured, it can provide high-speed fiber channel connectivity for the HPE BladeSystem and its components, enabling faster data transfer, improved performance, and enhanced data security.
Connectivity options
Connectivity options refer to the various ways in which the HPE 785338-001 Virtual Connect SE 16 Gb Fiber Channel Module can be connected to other devices and systems within a data center. The module provides several connectivity options, including:
- Fiber Channel: The Virtual Connect SE 16 Gb Fiber Channel Module provides high-speed fiber channel connectivity, enabling fast and reliable data transfer.
- Fiber Channel over Ethernet (FCoE): The module supports FCoE, a protocol that enables the consolidation of data storage and Ethernet networks, improving efficiency and reducing complexity.
- Interoperability: The module is designed to work with a wide range of HPE products, including HPE BladeSystem, HPE Storage, and HPE Networking products, providing a seamless and interoperable solution.
- Scalability: The Virtual Connect SE 16 Gb Fiber Channel Module supports the dynamic allocation of resources, allowing the data center to scale its connectivity needs as required.
- Management and Monitoring: The module provides a central management interface, enabling administrators to manage and monitor their data center resources more easily.
By providing these connectivity options, the HPE 785338-001 Virtual Connect SE 16 Gb Fiber Channel Module enables organizations to connect their data center components in a flexible and scalable manner, providing a high-performance and reliable solution for their data center needs.
General Information about this HPE 785338-001
- Manufacturer: HPE
- Part Number or SKU# 785338-001
- Device Type: Expansion Module
Technical Information of HPE 16 Gb Expansion Module
- Enclosure Type: Plug-in Module
- Data Link Protocol: 16 Gigabit Fiber Channel
- Expansion Slots: 8 (total) / 8 (free) X SFP+
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Interfaces: 4 X 16 Gigabit Fiber Channel – QSFP+
