DS-DSGGC-AB - HP 16-EL SAN Switch Switch

Name: DS-DSGGC-AB - HP 16-EL SAN Switch Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: DS-DSGGC-AB
Price: 562 USD
Availability: InStock

DS-DSGGC-AB - HP 16-EL SAN Switch Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Compaq StorageWorks SAN Switch 2/16-EL is a 16-port Fibre Channel fabric switch delivering 2 Gbps full-duplex throughput with non-blocking architecture. It features auto-sensing universal ports supporting both 1 Gbps and 2 Gbps connections, enabling investment protection for existing SAN installations. The switch provides 64 Gb/sec aggregate end-to-end bandwidth with fabric latency under 2.1 microseconds. Key enterprise features include redundant hot-plug power supplies and cooling fans, hardware and software-enforced zoning, frame filtering, and Quick Loop capabilities. Management is simplified through centralized Web Tools and built-in browser-based administration. The switch scales to four units maximum in a SAN fabric, with optional upgrade licensing for full SAN scaling. Ideal for corporate storage network infrastructures requiring reliable, high-performance connectivity with flexible configuration options.

16 non-blocking Fibre Channel ports, 2 Gbps full-duplex
64 Gb/sec aggregate bandwidth, <2.1 µsec fabric latency
Hot-plug redundant power supplies and cooling fans
Auto-sensing 1 Gbps and 2 Gbps universal ports
Hardware/software zoning, frame filtering, Quick Loop
Scales to 4 switches, upgradable to full SAN scaling

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Featuring

Fabric Operating Software
Manufacturer part #	DS-DSGGC-AB
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	16-EL SAN Switch
Switch Type	Entry Level (EL) Fabric Switch
Product Line	StorageWorks SAN Switch
Product Type	Fibre Channel Fabric Switch
Switch Scaling	Up to 4 switch maximum switch scaling; upgradable to full SAN scaling with optional license
Firmware Version	2.6.0C; 2.6.0h
Management Features	Hardware and Software Enforced Zoning, Frame Filtering, Quick Loop, Built-in Web browser management tools

Compatible systems

Compatible with Compaq AlphaServer systems and StorageWorks RAID arrays via Fibre Channel

Compaq AlphaServer
Model: DS10
Form factor: 3U Tower
Referenced in QuickSpecs
Compaq AlphaServer
Model: DS25
Form factor: Tower
Referenced in QuickSpecs

Best for

Enterprise Storage Networks
Provides 16 non-blocking Fibre Channel ports with 2 Gbps throughput for connecting servers and storage arrays in corporate data centers. Auto-sensing ports support mixed 1 Gbps and 2 Gbps environments.
High-Performance OLTP
Delivers uncongested 2 Gbps full-duplex sustained throughput with sub-2.1 microsecond fabric latency, supporting intensive online transaction processing and database applications.
Video Streaming & Medical Imaging
64 Gb/sec aggregate bandwidth and non-blocking switch core handle bandwidth-intensive applications including video streaming and medical imaging data transfers.
Scalable SAN Fabrics
Supports cascading up to 4 switches with optional upgrade licensing for full SAN scaling, enabling growth from entry-level to enterprise-class storage area networks.

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Network & Communication

Fabric Latency	<2.1 µsec with no contention, cut-through routing at 2 Gb/sec
Switch Bandwidth	64 Gb/sec end-to-end
Classes of Service	Class 2, Class 3, Class F (inter-switch frames)
Maximum Frame Size	2112-byte payload

Frequency	47 to 63 Hz
Operational Voltage	85 to 264 VAC
Availability Features	Hot-plug redundant power supplies and fans; hot-plug optics

Form Factor	Rack-mountable SAN switch

Interface/Ports

SFP Type	Small-form-factor-pluggable (SFP); short wavelength (SWL) up to 0.31 mi (500m), long wavelength (LWL) up to 21 mi (35 km)
Port Speed	1 Gbps Fibre Channel
Port Types	Universal, FL_Port, F_Port, and E_Port; self-discovery based on switch type (U_Port)
Network Ports	16 full-duplex Fibre Channel ports; 1.6025 Gbps per port
Management Ports	10/100 Ethernet port (RJ-45); Serial port (RS-232)

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum throughput of the SAN Switch 2/16-EL?

The switch delivers 64 Gb/sec aggregate end-to-end bandwidth with 2 Gbps full-duplex throughput per port. Each port operates at 2.125 Gb/sec line speed with non-blocking architecture, ensuring uncongested sustained performance. Fabric latency is under 2.1 microseconds with cut-through routing.

Does this switch support mixed 1 Gbps and 2 Gbps environments?

Yes. The switch features 16 universal auto-sensing ports that automatically detect and support both 1 Gbps and 2 Gbps connections. Ports can also be optionally programmed to fixed speeds. This enables investment protection for existing 1 Gbps installations while supporting 2 Gbps upgrades.

How many switches can be cascaded in a SAN fabric?

The switch scales to a maximum of 4 switches in a standard SAN fabric configuration. An optional upgrade license increases scaling to full SAN configurations. All 16 ports can be cascaded to other switches to form larger SANs, supporting enterprise-scale storage networks.

What redundancy features are included?

The switch includes hot-plug redundant power supplies and cooling fans, enabling maintenance without downtime. Hot-plug optics allow transceiver replacement without interrupting connectivity. These features ensure continuous operation during component failures or scheduled maintenance.

What management tools are available?

Management is provided through centralized Web Tools and built-in browser-based administration. The switch supports hardware and software-enforced zoning, frame filtering, and Quick Loop capabilities. It utilizes the same firmware as other HP StorageWorks SAN Switches for simplified multi-switch deployments.

What fiber optic cable distances are supported?

The switch supports small-form-factor-pluggable (SFP) transceivers with short wavelength (SWL) up to 0.31 miles (500 meters) and long wavelength (LWL) up to 21 miles (35 kilometers). Actual distance depends on fiber-optic cable type and port speed configuration.

What is the maximum frame size supported?

The switch supports a maximum frame size of 2112-byte payload. It supports Fibre Channel Classes of Service 2, 3, and F for inter-switch frames, enabling flexible quality-of-service configurations for different application requirements.

HP 16-EL SAN Switch Switch