HPE SAN Switch 8/80 Power Pack+ 48-Port Managed Fibre Channel Switch
The HPE SAN Switch 8/80 Power Pack+ is a high-performance 48-port managed switch engineered for enterprise storage area networks requiring reliable 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity. This rack-mountable 2U switch delivers mission-critical performance for data centers and storage environments where uptime and throughput are non-negotiable. Ideal for organizations consolidating storage infrastructure, the 8/80 Power Pack+ combines dense port capacity with advanced management capabilities to streamline SAN operations and reduce operational complexity.
Key Features
- 48 ports of 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity for high-bandwidth storage networking
- Managed switch with advanced zoning and fabric management tools
- 2U rack-mountable form factor for space-efficient data center deployment
- SNMP, Telnet, and HTTP management interfaces for remote administration
- Brocade Fabric OS support with enterprise-grade monitoring and diagnostics
- Advanced fabric services including port trunking and quality of service (QoS)
- Hot-swappable power supplies for continuous availability
- Redundant cooling systems for reliable thermal management
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Part Number |
AM872BR#ABA |
| Product Type |
Managed Fibre Channel Switch |
| Port Count |
48 ports |
| Port Speed |
8Gb Fibre Channel |
| Form Factor |
2U Rack-Mountable |
| Management Protocols |
SNMP, Telnet, HTTP |
| Operating System |
Brocade Fabric OS |
| Switching Capacity |
Enterprise-class fabric switching |
| Power Supply |
Redundant hot-swappable units |
| Cooling |
Redundant fan modules |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HPE SAN Switch 8/80 Power Pack+ used for?
The HPE SAN Switch 8/80 Power Pack+ is a managed Fibre Channel switch designed to consolidate and manage storage area network (SAN) traffic in enterprise data centers. With 48 ports of 8Gb connectivity, it enables high-speed communication between servers and storage arrays, supporting mission-critical applications and virtualized environments.
How many ports does this managed switch have?
This 48-port managed switch provides extensive connectivity for large-scale SAN deployments. Each port supports 8Gb Fibre Channel speeds, delivering 384Gb of total fabric capacity for demanding storage workloads.
Is the HPE 8/80 Power Pack+ suitable for rack-mounted data centers?
Yes, the 2U rack-mountable design makes it ideal for space-constrained data center environments. Its compact form factor allows efficient rack utilization while maintaining full enterprise management capabilities and redundant power and cooling systems.
What management features does this Fibre Channel switch offer?
The switch supports comprehensive management through SNMP, Telnet, and HTTP interfaces, running Brocade Fabric OS. Advanced features include fabric zoning, port trunking, quality of service (QoS), and real-time monitoring and diagnostics for optimal SAN performance.
