What management tools are available?

Includes Simple SAN Connection Manager (SSCM) software, QuickTools, Command Line Interface, HP Systems Insight Manager, SMI-S v1.1 provider, and SNMP. Features Ethernet and serial interfaces for comprehensive monitoring and configuration in enterprise SANs.

Is it suitable for high-availability setups?

Yes, with hot-swappable SFP+ modules, Non-Disruptive Code Load and Activation (NDCLA), and Non-Disruptive Port License Activation. Supports up to six switches in a fabric with no ISL limit, adaptive trunking, and Classes 2, 3, F service.

What is the form factor and physical specs?

Rack-mountable 1U switch designed for data centers. Provides 8 Gbit/sec line speed full duplex, cut-through routing, and interoperability with HP StorageWorks H-series, B-series, and C-series switches per SAN Design Guide.

What protocols and speeds does it support?

Fibre Channel protocol at 8 Gbps port speed. Handles Class 2, Class 3, and Class F services with 2112-byte payload frames. Backward compatible for mixed-speed fabrics in enterprise storage networks.

Can it scale for larger SAN fabrics?

Scales to 20 ports and supports fabrics up to six switches with unlimited ISLs per switch. Intelligent path selection and adaptive trunking optimize performance for connecting servers, disk, and backup storage.

AK241A - HP 8/20q Fibre Channel Switch Switch

Name: AK241A - HP 8/20q Fibre Channel Switch Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: AK241A
Price: 330 USD
Availability: InStock

AK241A - HP 8/20q Fibre Channel Switch Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HP StorageWorks 8/20q Fibre Channel Switch (SKU: AK241A) is an enterprise-class Fibre Channel SAN switch featuring 16 active switch ports at 8 Gbps speed, scalable to 20 ports total. It supports Fibre Channel protocol with 8Gb SFP+ optical interface modules that are hot-swappable, ensuring high availability through Non-Disruptive Code Load and Activation (NDCLA) and Non-Disruptive Port License Activation. Management options include Simple SAN Connection Manager software, QuickTools, Command Line Interface, HP Systems Insight Manager, SMI-S v1.1 provider, and SNMP. The rack-mountable 1U form factor offers non-blocking architecture with fabric latency under 0.2 µsec and maximum frame size of 2148 bytes. Ideal for connecting servers, disk storage, and backup systems in SAN fabrics supporting up to six switches. It interoperates with HP StorageWorks H-series, B-series, and C-series switches, providing reliable performance for enterprise storage area networks.

16 active 8 Gbps FC ports, scalable to 20
Hot-swappable 8Gb SFP+ modules with NDCLA
Rack-mountable 1U form factor, <0.2µs latency
SSCM, QuickTools, SNMP management suite
Supports up to 6 switches in fabric, no ISL limit
Interoperable with HP H/B/C-series FC switches

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	AK241A
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	8/20q Fibre Channel Switch
Management	Simple SAN Connection Manager software; QuickTools; Command Line Interface; HP Systems Insight Manager; SMI-S v1.1 provider; SNMP
Product Line	HP StorageWorks 8/20q
Product Type	Fibre Channel SAN Switch
Protocol Support	Fibre Channel
Compliant Standards	RoHS
High-Availability Features	Hot-swappable 8Gb SFP+ optical interface modules; Non-Disruptive Code Load and Activation (NDCLA); Non-Disruptive Port License Activation

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Best for

Enterprise SAN Fabrics
Supports up to six switches in a fabric with no limit on Inter-Switch Links (ISLs), enabling scalable connectivity for servers, disk, and backup storage using 8 Gbps Fibre Channel ports.
Data Center Storage
Rack-mountable 1U switch with 16 active ports scalable to 20 delivers non-blocking 8 Gbps performance and low latency (<0.2 µsec) for high-throughput SAN environments.
High-Availability Networks
Hot-swappable 8Gb SFP+ modules and NDCLA ensure non-disruptive upgrades and maintenance, minimizing downtime in mission-critical storage operations.
Mixed Storage Environments
Interoperates with HP H-series, B-series, and C-series switches, allowing flexible integration of diverse Fibre Channel devices in unified SAN topologies.

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Port Speed	8 Gbps Fibre Channel
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH

Power Device	Internal power supply
Voltage Required	AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)

Form Factor	Rack-mountable switch
Enclosure Type	Rack-mountable 1U
Cables Included	1 x serial cable
Rack Mounting Kit	Included

Humidity Range Operating	15 – 85%
Max Operating Temperature	45 °C
Min Operating Temperature	0 °C

Interface/Ports

Active Ports	16 switch ports active; Scalable to 20 ports
Maximum Ports	20 ports total
Interface Type	8Gb SFP+ optical interface modules; Hot-swappable
Management Ports	1 x 100Base-TX RJ-45, 1 x serial (RS-232) DB-9

HP 8/20q Fibre Channel Switch Switch

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