What is the HP EVA XL 852 Back-End Switch used for?

It serves as a multi-port bridge for storage network connectivity in HP EVA XL Storage Systems, specifically compatible with HSV200 and HSV210 controllers. Featuring Gigabit Ethernet and flexible SFP ports, it enables high-speed back-end data transfer in enterprise rack environments with up to 75% energy savings.

What ports does the EVA XL 852 switch include?

It offers flexible SFP ports for Gigabit Ethernet, plus console management, uplink, USB, and stacking ports. Shared SFP/SFP+ slots support diverse connectivity using coaxial media standards, ideal for rack-mounted storage arrays without modular expansion.

Is the switch energy efficient?

Yes, it provides up to 75% energy savings, making it cost-effective for data centers. Rack-mountable design and RoHS/WEEE compliance further enhance its efficiency in power-constrained enterprise deployments with reliable Gigabit performance.

What form factor does it have?

The switch is rack-mounted in a 1U form factor, requiring no assembly. This allows seamless integration into standard data center racks, supporting features like manageable interfaces and compatibility with HP EVA storage controllers.

Which HP systems is it compatible with?

Designed for HP Enterprise Virtual Array HSV200 and HSV210, it acts as the back-end switch module. Gigabit SFP ports ensure high-performance connectivity in EVA 6000/8000 series equivalents for virtualization and archiving use cases.

Does it support management features?

Yes, it includes a console management port and is fully manageable. Additional ports like USB and stacking facilitate configuration and expansion in storage networks, with no redundant power source but eco-friendly operation via energy savings.

408281-001 - HP 408281-001 EVA XL 852 Gigabit SFP Back-End Storage Switch

Name: HP 408281-001 EVA XL 852 Gigabit SFP Back-End Storage Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: 408281-001
Price: 152 USD
Availability: InStock

408281-001 - HP 408281-001 EVA XL 852 Gigabit SFP Back-End Storage Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HP EVA XL 852 Back-End Switch (SKU 408281-001) is a rack-mounted enterprise-grade component from the HP EVA XL Storage System product line. Designed as a multi-port bridge, it provides Gigabit Ethernet connectivity via flexible SFP ports, enabling diverse storage network integrations. Compatible with HP Enterprise Virtual Array HSV200 and HSV210 controllers, it supports high-performance back-end operations in data centers. Key features include console management, uplink, USB, and stacking ports, with no modular expansion required. It achieves up to 75% energy savings, promoting efficiency in power-constrained environments. The switch uses coaxial media standards and complies with RoHS and WEEE, ensuring eco-friendly deployment. Ideal for enterprise storage arrays, it facilitates reliable data transfer for virtualization and large-scale archiving. Procurement teams value its rack-mount form factor for seamless integration into existing 1U infrastructure without assembly needs.

Gigabit Ethernet via flexible SFP ports for storage bridging
Rack-mounted 1U form factor, no assembly required
Up to 75% energy savings with RoHS/WEEE compliance
Compatible with HP EVA HSV200/HSV210 controllers
Console management, uplink, USB, stacking ports
Multi-port bridge for high-performance back-end connectivity

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	408281-001
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	EVA XL 852
Technology	Multi-port bridge for storage network connectivity
Product Line	HP EVA XL Storage System
Product Type	Back-End Storage Switch
Fibre Channel	High Performance
Energy Efficiency	Up to 75% energy savings

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Back-end connectivity switch for HP EVA XL enterprise storage arrays

HP EVA XL Storage System
Model: EVA XL 852
Form factor: Storage array back-end
Generation: Not specified
Back-end switch for HP EVA XL storage systems

Best for

Enterprise Storage Arrays
Connects HP EVA HSV200/210 controllers using Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports as a multi-port bridge for reliable back-end storage networking.
Data Center Expansion
Rack-mounted design with flexible SFP ports supports high-speed data transfer in dense environments, compatible with coaxial media standards.
Energy-Efficient Deployments
Delivers up to 75% energy savings while providing console management and uplink ports for scalable storage infrastructure.
Virtualization Back-End
Enables stacking and USB ports for seamless integration in virtualized setups, ensuring RoHS/WEEE compliance in corporate networks.

Port Type	Mini GBIC
SFP Ports	12
Network Ports	Flexible SFP ports for diverse connectivity
Optical Adaptors	2

HP 408281-001 EVA XL 852 Gigabit SFP Back-End Storage Switch

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