What is the port configuration of the Compaq Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12?

It features 12 hot-pluggable GBIC ports supporting Fibre Channel at 2.125 Gbps full duplex. Ports adhere to ANSI FC-AL standards with intelligent bypass circuitry for automatic loop configuration and data integrity in storage clusters.

What are the physical dimensions and form factor?

1U rack-mount form factor with dimensions 1.66 x 17.3 x 17.3 inches (42.2 x 439.4 mm), weight 10.5 lbs (4.8 kg). Supports universal rack mount kit (P/N 234453-001) for standard 19-inch racks.

What management options are available?

Includes StorageWorks management interface; compatible with Compaq Storage Hub 12 Management Option (P/N 136127-B21) for network monitoring, port control, and simplified wiring in FC-AL setups.

What is the power and environmental specs?

Rated input 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 3A; steady-state power 70W, peak 150W. Operating temperature 10-35°C, humidity 8-90% noncondensing, suitable for enterprise data centers.

Does it support gigabit Fibre Channel speeds?

Yes, provides 2.125 Gbps full duplex per port via GBIC, enabling gigabit storage connectivity for FC-AL clusters, servers, and networks with modular scalability.

295573-001 - Compaq Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12 Switch

Name: 295573-001 - Compaq Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12 Switch
Brand: Compaq
SKU: 295573-001
Price: 228 USD
Availability: InStock

295573-001 - Compaq Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12 Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Compaq Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12 (SKU 295573-001) is an enterprise-grade, active 12-port hub designed for Fibre Channel-Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL) storage clusters, server clusters, and networks. It delivers gigabit speed storage connectivity at 2.125 Gbps full duplex per port using GBIC interfaces, ensuring high-performance data transfer compliant with ANSI FC-AL standards. Key features include intelligent port control for data checks without performance impact, modular scalability, and 1U rack-mount form factor for space efficiency. Compatible with Compaq ProLiant 5500, 3000R, 6500 servers and HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 30 enclosures, it supports Ultra320 SCSI compatibility. Management is available via StorageWorks interface and optional Compaq Storage Hub 12 Management Option (P/N 136127-B21). Physical specs include dimensions of 1.66 x 17.3 x 17.3 inches and 10.5 lbs weight, with operating temperature 10-35°C. Ideal for SAN expansion in legacy enterprise environments requiring reliable FC connectivity.

12 GBIC ports at 2.125 Gbps full duplex FC-AL
1U rack-mount with universal kit P/N 234453-001
ProLiant 5500/3000R/6500 & MSA 30 compatible
Intelligent port bypass & data checks
ANSI FC-AL compliant gigabit connectivity
StorageWorks management interface option

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Management Interface
Manufacturer part #	295573-001
Brand	Compaq
Condition	Refurbished
Model	Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12
Technology	Fibre Channel; Ultra320 SCSI compatible
Product Line	Compaq StorageWorks
Product Type	Fibre Channel Storage Hub
Mounting Type	Universal Rack Mount Kit available (P/N 234453-001)
Compatible Systems	Compaq ProLiant 5500; ProLiant 3000R; ProLiant 6500; HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 30 Enclosure family
Supported Protocol	Fibre Channel; compatible with StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 30 Enclosure

Compatible systems

295573-001 is a Fibre Channel storage hub designed for Compaq ProLiant enterprise servers (5500, 3000R, 6500 series) and HP StorageWorks storage arrays

Compaq ProLiant
Model: 5500
Form factor: Rack (7U)
Generation: Pentium II Xeon era
Fibre Channel Storage Hub 7 and Hub 12 listed as compatible storage options
Compaq ProLiant
Model: 3000R
Form factor: Rack
Generation: Legacy
Fibre Channel Storage Hub 7 and Hub 12 listed as compatible storage options
Compaq ProLiant
Model: 6500
Form factor: Rack
Generation: Enterprise
Referenced in TPC-C benchmark configuration with 295573-001
HP StorageWorks
Model: Modular Smart Array 30 Enclosure
Form factor: Storage enclosure
Generation: Ultra320 SCSI
Compatible with StorageWorks Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12

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SAN Expansion
Expands Fibre Channel-Arbitrated Loop networks with 12 GBIC ports at 2.125 Gbps, supporting StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 30 enclosures for scalable storage area networks.

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Maximum Peak Power	150 W
Rated Input Current	3A
Rated Input Voltage	100 to 240 VAC
Rated Steady-State Power	70 W

Depth	17.3 in (439.4 mm)
Width	17.3 in (439.4 mm)
Height	1.66 in (42.2 mm)
Weight	10.5 lbs (4.8 kg)
Rack Space	1U
Form Factor	Rack-mount hub

Operating Temperature	10° to 35° C
Operating Relative Humidity	8% to 90% (noncondensing)
Shipping/Storage Temperature	-30° to 50° C
Nonoperating Relative Humidity	5% to 95%

Port Count	12 Fibre Channel ports
Interface Type	Fibre Channel

Compaq Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12 Switch

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