What type of product is the HP 537577-001 in an MPX200 environment?

The HP 537577-001 is a StorageWorks MPX200 Multifunction 1 GbE Upgrade Blade used within HP StorageWorks MPX200 multifunction router environments. It is not a standalone router but an upgrade blade designed to be installed in the MPX200 platform, aligning with the StorageWorks multifunction router category.

Which interface standard does the HP 537577-001 upgrade blade support?

The HP 537577-001 is specified as a 1 GbE upgrade blade for the StorageWorks MPX200 multifunction router. This means it is aligned with 1 Gigabit Ethernet for network connectivity within the StorageWorks router environment, making it suitable for infrastructures that standardize on 1 GbE at the router layer.

How is the HP 537577-001 identified for procurement and cataloging?

For procurement and inventory tracking, the product is identified by SKU 537577-001 and the model description StorageWorks MPX200 Multifunction 1 GbE Upgrade Blade. Using this SKU and model wording helps avoid confusion with other StorageWorks or MPX200 components in catalogs and bills of materials.

What brand and product family does the 537577-001 belong to?

The 537577-001 belongs to HP and is part of the StorageWorks family. It is described as a StorageWorks MPX200 Multifunction 1 GbE Upgrade Blade, aligning it with HP’s StorageWorks storage networking portfolio and specifically with the MPX200 multifunction router platform.

Is the HP 537577-001 suitable for enterprise deployments?

Yes, the HP 537577-001 is positioned at the enterprise product level. It is described as a StorageWorks MPX200 Multifunction 1 GbE Upgrade Blade for StorageWorks multifunction router environments, making it appropriate for structured enterprise storage networking deployments based on HP StorageWorks technologies.

537577-001 - HP 537577-001 1 GbE Upgrade Blade router

Name: HP 537577-001 1 GbE Upgrade Blade router
Brand: HP
SKU: 537577-001
Price: 2705 USD
Availability: InStock

537577-001 - HP 537577-001 1 GbE Upgrade Blade router | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HP StorageWorks MPX200 Multifunction 1 GbE Upgrade Blade, SKU 537577-001, is an enterprise-level component designed for HP StorageWorks MPX200 multifunction router environments. Classified as a 1 GbE upgrade blade, it provides Gigabit Ethernet capability within the StorageWorks multifunction router category. As part of HP’s StorageWorks portfolio, this blade is aligned to storage networking deployments that require a dedicated 1 GbE upgrade option. The product is positioned for enterprise use, supporting structured storage networking architectures where a multifunction router chassis is already in place. By specifying this model and SKU, IT procurement teams can standardize on a consistent 1 GbE upgrade blade across compatible StorageWorks MPX200 installations. The clear identification of the product as a StorageWorks MPX200 Multifunction 1 GbE Upgrade Blade router simplifies internal cataloging, lifecycle tracking, and integration planning in data center environments.

HP StorageWorks MPX200 1 GbE upgrade blade component
Designed for StorageWorks multifunction router use
Enterprise-level StorageWorks router category device
Clearly identified by SKU 537577-001
HP-branded StorageWorks MPX200 upgrade hardware
Supports 1 GbE-based router infrastructure planning

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	537577-001
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	MPX200
Series	StorageWorks MPX200
Form Factor	Upgrade blade for MPX200 Multifunction Router base chassis
Product Line	StorageWorks
Product Name	HP StorageWorks MPX200 1GbE Upgrade Blade
Product Type	Router
Application Use	Adds additional 1 GbE iSCSI connectivity and Fibre Channel routing capacity to MPX200 router
Installation Type	Field-installable 1 GbE upgrade blade option for MPX200 1 GbE base chassis

Compatible systems

Confirmed as an HP StorageWorks MPX200 multifunction router upgrade blade for 1 GbE use.

Best for

Enterprise storage environments
Suited to enterprise storage deployments using HP StorageWorks MPX200 multifunction routers that require a defined 1 GbE upgrade blade within the router chassis.
Router upgrade projects
Applicable when enhancing existing HP StorageWorks MPX200 multifunction router setups with a specific 1 GbE Upgrade Blade identified by SKU 537577-001.
1 GbE-based network designs
Fits environments standardizing on 1 GbE connectivity at the router level, where a dedicated 1 GbE upgrade blade is part of the planned architecture.
Standardized hardware catalogs
Useful for organizations that catalog HP StorageWorks components by SKU, utilizing 537577-001 to clearly specify the MPX200 1 GbE Upgrade Blade router.
StorageWorks multifunction router estates
Designed for deployments built around HP StorageWorks multifunction router infrastructure, ensuring the upgrade blade aligns to the MPX200 platform.

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Supported Topology	SAN-based block storage routing between Fibre Channel and iSCSI

Included In Option Kit	1 GbE upgrade blade for MPX200 Multifunction Router

Redundant Power Support (Chassis with Upgrade Blade Installed)	Chassis includes redundant power supplies that support installed 1 GbE upgrade blade

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Ethernet Ports	1 GbE
Interface Type	Upgrade blade
iSCSI Protocol Support	iSCSI over 1 GbE
Fibre Channel Port Count	2 Fibre Channel ports per 1 GbE blade
Fibre Channel Port Speed	8 Gb/s Fibre Channel
Fibre Channel Ports on Blade	2 x 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel ports on the 1 GbE blade
Fibre Channel Protocol Support	8 Gb/s Fibre Channel
Management Interfaces (Blade level)	Serial, 1 GbE management, and USB (not used) available in MPX200 configuration
Supported Storage Protocol Combination	Fibre Channel to iSCSI routing
Number of 1 GbE iSCSI Data Ports on Blade	4 x 1 GbE iSCSI ports on the 1 GbE blade

HP 537577-001 1 GbE Upgrade Blade router