What ports does the HP 1606 Extension SAN Switch Power Pack+ have?

It features 16 x 8Gbps SFP+ Fibre Channel ports auto-sensing 1/2/4/8Gb speeds, 6 x 1GbE ports for FCIP, and a USB port, totaling 22 ports in a 1U rack-mountable form. This configuration supports up to 268 Gbps bandwidth for enterprise SAN extension.

Is FCIP supported and what are its capabilities?

Yes, 6 x 1GbE ports provide FCIP for WAN extension with up to eight tunnels, Storage-Optimized TCP, trunking, IPv4/IPv6, jumbo frames, VLAN tagging, and mixed secure/non-secure tunnels. It enables reliable data replication over IP without connectivity to non-1606 products.

What software is included in Power Pack+?

Power Pack+ activates all 22 ports and includes Adaptive Rate Limiting, optional FC Routing, hardware compression, disk/tape acceleration, in-tunnel QoS, and IPsec encryption. It upgrades from base model for advanced features like tape pipelining.

What compatibility requirements exist?

Fully compatible with B-Series FC switches (FOS 7.4.0a+ for 16/8Gb) and requires B-series HBAs for SAN operation. Integrates with Brocade platforms for end-to-end 8Gbit/sec fabric services over distance.

What are the key use cases for this switch?

Designed for remote data replication, backup, migration, and business continuity across multisite SANs. Leverages 8Gbps FC and 1GbE FCIP for high-performance WAN links in data centers, ROBO, and compliance scenarios.

Can it scale from smaller deployments?

Yes, starts as base (4 FC + 2 GbE) upgradable to full Power Pack+ (16 FC + 6 GbE) via license, supporting growth without disruption. Building-block features tailor to SME, ROBO, or enterprise needs.

AP864A - HP 1606 Extension SAN Switch 6 x 1GbE Switch

Name: AP864A - HP 1606 Extension SAN Switch 6 x 1GbE Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: AP864A
Price: 2440 USD
Availability: InStock

AP864A - HP 1606 Extension SAN Switch 6 x 1GbE Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HP StorageWorks 1606 Extension SAN Switch Power Pack+ (SKU: AP864A) is an enterprise-grade Fibre Channel extension switch designed for high-performance remote data replication, backup, and migration. It features 16 x 8Gbps SFP+ Fibre Channel ports and 6 x 1GbE ports supporting FCIP for WAN extension, enabling fast and reliable access to mission-critical data across global sites. Rack-mountable in 1U form factor, it integrates with B-Series FC switching platforms and requires B-series HBAs for SAN operation. The Power Pack+ includes value-add software such as Adaptive Rate Limiting and optional FC Routing, plus advanced capabilities like hardware-based compression, tape/disk acceleration, in-tunnel QoS, IPsec encryption, and FCIP Trunking. With 22 total ports including USB, it delivers up to 268 Gbps bandwidth for business continuity, compliance, and multisite SAN extension in data centers.

16x 8Gbps SFP+ FC ports for high-density SAN fabrics
6x 1GbE FCIP ports enable WAN extension & replication
Power Pack+ with Adaptive Rate Limiting & FC Routing
1U rack-mountable with 22 total ports incl. USB
B-Series compatible, 268 Gbps bandwidth capacity
IPsec, compression, QoS for secure remote backup

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	AP864A
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	1606 Extension SAN Switch
FCIP Support	Fibre Channel over IP for WAN extension
Product Line	StorageWorks
Product Type	Fibre Channel Extension Switch
Power Redundancy	Yes
Value Add Software	Power Pack+ including Adaptive Rate Limiting; Optional FC Routing
Compliance Certifications	SAO requires B-series HBA

Compatible systems

Compatible with HP B-series HBAs for SAO functionality

HP B-series
SAO requires B-series HBA installed in the server

Best for

WAN SAN Extension
Extends Fibre Channel fabrics over IP using 6x 1GbE FCIP ports and 16x 8Gbps FC ports for multisite connectivity and global data access.
Data Replication
Supports remote replication with Adaptive Rate Limiting, hardware compression, and FCIP Trunking on the Power Pack+ for high-throughput business continuity.
Remote Backup/Migration
Enables efficient backup and data migration via tape/disk read/write acceleration and IPsec encryption over 8Gbps FC speeds.
Enterprise ROBO
Scalable from base to full 22 ports for remote office/branch office environments with B-Series compatibility.

FC Speed	8 Gbps Fibre Channel
Ethernet Speed	1 Gigabit Ethernet

Rack Units	1U
Form Factor	Rack mountable SAN switch

HP 1606 Extension SAN Switch 6 x 1GbE Switch

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Interface/Ports

USB Port	Yes
Total Ports	22 ports
Ethernet Ports	6 x 1GbE
Fibre Channel Ports	16 x 8Gbps SFP+