What is the HP 537578-001 StorageWorks MPX200 used for?

The HP 537578-001 is a StorageWorks MPX200 1GbE upgrade blade classified as a multifunction router. It is intended for use within the HP StorageWorks MPX200 platform to provide routing capabilities in storage-related deployments that rely on 1GbE Ethernet connectivity and blade-based expansion.

What type of network interface does the HP 537578-001 blade support?

According to the product category, the HP 537578-001 StorageWorks MPX200 blade is a 1GbE upgrade blade. This indicates that it is aligned with Gigabit Ethernet environments, allowing it to integrate into infrastructures that standardize on 1GbE connectivity for storage and routing functions.

Is the HP 537578-001 a standalone router or a blade module?

The HP 537578-001 is described as a 1GbE upgrade blade and falls under the multifunction router category for the StorageWorks MPX200. This means it is intended to be used as a blade module within the MPX200 platform rather than as a standalone external router appliance.

: "Which product family does the HP 537578-001 belong to?

The HP 537578-001 belongs to the HP StorageWorks MPX200 family. This association indicates that it is designed to operate in StorageWorks MPX200 environments, allowing organizations that already use this platform to add or standardize routing functionality with a consistent, clearly identified component.

How can IT teams identify this specific MPX200 upgrade blade?

IT teams can identify this component by its SKU, 537578-001, and by its description as an HP StorageWorks MPX200 1GbE upgrade blade multifunction router. Using the exact SKU supports accurate ordering, asset tracking, and alignment with documented configurations in StorageWorks MPX200 deployments.

537578-001 - HP 537578-001 1GbE upgrade blade multifunction router

Name: HP 537578-001 1GbE upgrade blade multifunction router
Brand: HP
SKU: 537578-001
Price: 1642 USD
Availability: InStock

537578-001 - HP 537578-001 1GbE upgrade blade multifunction router | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HP StorageWorks MPX200 with SKU 537578-001 is a 1GbE upgrade blade designed as part of the StorageWorks MPX200 platform. Classified as a multifunction router in the 1GbE upgrade blade category, it is intended to operate within HP StorageWorks environments where Ethernet connectivity is required. As a blade form factor, it is deployed as an upgrade component rather than a standalone appliance, allowing organizations to expand or update their existing MPX200 router capabilities. The focus on 1GbE provides standard Gigabit Ethernet connectivity suitable for many data center and storage network architectures. This product serves IT teams that need a clearly identified HP component with consistent part numbering for configuration control and lifecycle management. With its defined role as a storage multifunction router upgrade blade, the 537578-001 supports structured expansion planning in storage routing deployments.

HP StorageWorks MPX200 platform compatibility
1GbE upgrade blade for Ethernet connectivity
Multifunction router classification for storage use
Defined SKU 537578-001 for configuration control
Blade-based deployment within MPX200 systems
Part of HP StorageWorks router category

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	537578-001
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	MPX200
Series	StorageWorks MPX200
Part Class	Upgrade blade
Technology	1GbE, Fibre Channel, iSCSI
Form factor	Blade
Chassis Type	Storage router chassis for MPX200 Multifunction Router blades
FCIP Support	Fibre Channel over IP (FCIP) supported via optional license for remote replication
FCoE Support	Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) target support available on 10 GbE models

Compatible systems

Confirmed as an HP StorageWorks MPX200 router upgrade blade; no system or OS compatibility was verified.

Best for

Storage routing
Suited for environments using the HP StorageWorks MPX200 platform where a multifunction router blade is required to support storage-related routing tasks over 1GbE.
1GbE environments
Appropriate for data centers that standardize on 1GbE networking and need an HP StorageWorks MPX200 blade to align storage routing with existing Ethernet infrastructure.
Blade-based router upgrades
Useful for organizations that plan to upgrade or extend an existing HP StorageWorks MPX200 router configuration using a defined 1GbE upgrade blade with SKU 537578-001.
HP StorageWorks standardization
Relevant for IT teams standardizing on HP StorageWorks components and needing a clearly identified MPX200 1GbE upgrade blade for consistent part management.
Configuration-controlled deployments
Well suited for environments that require strict configuration control, where using a specific SKU 537578-001 blade simplifies documentation and asset tracking.

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Product Line	StorageWorks

Product Type	Router

Blade Support	Supports MPX200 1 GbE and 10 GbE router blades

IPv6 Readiness	Listed in the IPv6 Ready Logo program for MPX200 router platform

Primary Use Case	SAN-based block storage routing and protocol conversion

Hot-plug Components	Dual hot-plug power supplies and hot-plug router blades

Blade Count Supported	Up to two MPX200 blades per chassis

Data Migration Function	Block-based data migration engine integrated into the router platform for SAN data movement

Data Migration Capability	Online and offline block-based data migration between supported storage arrays

Remote Replication Support	Supports FCIP-based remote replication with selected HP storage arrays via optional licensing

Supported Blade Type Example	HP 537578-002 MPX200 StorageWorks Router 1 GbE blade (used in same MPX200 chassis family)

Storage Connectivity Function	Provides unified SAN connectivity for Fibre Channel and iSCSI environments

Supported Functions (Summary)	Supports iSCSI, FCoE (10 GbE models), FCIP, and block-based data migration

Supported Storage Platforms (Examples)	3PAR StoreServ 10000 and 7000, P6000 EVA, XP24000 and XP20000 storage systems

Power Consumption

Redundant Power Design	Power subsystem designed for no single point of failure using redundant hot-plug PSUs
Power Supply Configuration	Dual hot-plug power supplies in the MPX200 chassis

Networking Ports & Interfaces

USB Service Port	USB port present on the chassis front for service use (documented as not used in normal operation)
Management Interfaces	Includes management Ethernet port, serial console port, and USB service port on the chassis
Serial Management Port	Serial console port provided on the chassis for initial setup and diagnostics
Fibre Channel Port Speed	8 Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity for SAN attachment
Management Ethernet Port	Dedicated 1 GbE management LAN port on the chassis for out-of-band management
Supported Protocol Roles	iSCSI target support and FCoE target support for SAN storage
Supported Ethernet Speeds	1 GbE and 10 GbE iSCSI connectivity depending on installed blade type
Multi-protocol Flexibility	Supports simultaneous use of Fibre Channel, iSCSI, FCoE and FCIP to optimize SAN performance and connectivity
1 GbE iSCSI Ports per Blade	Two 1 Gb/s iSCSI Ethernet ports per 1 GbE MPX200 router blade
10 GbE iSCSI Ports per Blade	Two 10 Gb/s iSCSI Ethernet ports per 10 GbE MPX200 router blade
8 Gb Fibre Channel Ports per Blade	Two 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel ports per MPX200 router blade