What FCIP capabilities does this switch support?

Supports FCIP trunking for multiple circuits with failover, hardware compression, Storage-Optimized TCP, tape/disk acceleration, IPsec encryption (IPv4/IPv6), and up to 4 QoS classes per circuit. Adaptive rate limiting ensures bandwidth guarantees without throughput loss.

Is the switch rack-mountable and what is its form factor?

Yes, it is a 1U rack-mountable SAN switch chassis measuring 43.2 cm x 64.1 cm x 4.5 cm, weighing 10.9 kg. Includes redundant hot-plug power supplies for high availability in enterprise data centers.

What are the typical use cases for this model?

Ideal for multisite SAN extension, remote replication, disaster recovery, backup, and data migration. Leverages 8Gb FC and FCIP for moving data faster over WAN, suitable for SME, ROBO, and enterprise environments.

Does it support fabric isolation and security?

Yes, includes FC routing for fabric isolation across IP networks, IPsec encryption, and hardware-enforced FICON/FCP zoning. Supports up to 8 FCIP tunnels with advanced features like write/read acceleration.

What is the SKU and model details?

SKU 582636-001, HP StorageWorks 1606 FCIP Power Pack Switch. Part of the Power Pack+ variant with 22 total ports (16 FC + 6 GbE) and value-add software for comprehensive SAN extension.

582636-001 - HP 1606 FCIP Power Pack 6 x 1GbE Switch

Name: 582636-001 - HP 1606 FCIP Power Pack 6 x 1GbE Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: 582636-001
Price: 2355 USD
Availability: InStock

582636-001 - HP 1606 FCIP Power Pack 6 x 1GbE Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HP StorageWorks 1606 FCIP Power Pack Switch (SKU 582636-001) is an enterprise-grade Fibre Channel SAN extension switch designed for high-performance data mobility. It provides 16 x 8Gb/s Fibre Channel ports and 6 x 1GbE ports, delivering up to 268 Gbps bandwidth for FCIP extension. Supporting FCIP trunking, hardware-based compression, IPsec encryption, and adaptive rate limiting, it ensures reliable multisite SAN connectivity. The rack-mountable 1U chassis with redundant hot-plug power suits demanding environments. Ideal for business continuity, remote replication, backup, and migration, it scales from base to full configurations, offering investment protection. Features like Storage-Optimized TCP, tape/disk acceleration, and QoS enable efficient data transfer over WAN links, addressing compliance and global access needs in SME, ROBO, and enterprise setups.

16x 8Gb FC + 6x 1GbE ports for high-density SAN extension
268 Gbps bandwidth with FCIP trunking and compression
IPsec encryption, QoS, adaptive rate limiting for secure WAN
1U rack-mountable with redundant hot-plug power
Scalable from 6 to 22 ports for investment protection
Hardware acceleration for tape/disk read/write over IP

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	582636-001
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	1606 FCIP Power Pack
Port Speed	1Gb/s per port; FCIP extension protocol
Port Types	FL_Port, F_Port, E_Port, U_Port
Product Line	StorageWorks
Product Type	Fibre Channel SAN Extension Switch
Classes of Service	Class 2, Class 3, Class F
Maximum Frame Size	2112-byte payload

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SAN Extension
Extends Fibre Channel fabrics over IP using 16x 8Gb/s FC ports and 6x 1GbE ports with FCIP protocol for multisite connectivity.
Data Replication
Supports high-bandwidth FCIP trunking and hardware compression for efficient remote data replication across WAN links.
Disaster Recovery
Enables business continuity with IPsec encryption, QoS, and adaptive rate limiting on rack-mountable chassis for reliable failover.
Backup & Migration
Facilitates tape/disk read/write acceleration and FC routing for secure data backup and migration in enterprise environments.

Form Factor	Rack-mountable SAN switch chassis
Hot Plug Fans	Yes

USB Ports	1
Network Ports	16 x Fibre Channel ports at 1Gb/s
Ethernet Ports	6 x 1GbE
Fibre Channel Ports	16 x 8Gb

HP 1606 FCIP Power Pack 6 x 1GbE Switch

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