What ports does the HPE AM868B support?

It features 16 active Fibre Channel SFP+ ports expandable to 24, plus one USB port for system logs and firmware upgrades. Ports auto-sense 1, 2, 4, 8 Gb/s for broad compatibility.

What is the performance of this SAN switch?

Delivers 8 Gb/s wire-speed per port with up to 384 Gbit/s aggregate full duplex bandwidth. Supports 2112-byte payloads and Classes 2, 3, F services for efficient fabric operations.

Can it expand beyond 16 ports?

Yes, modular expansion supports 8-port upgrades to reach 24 ports via Ports On Demand, enabling non-disruptive scalability in dynamic environments.

What management tools are included?

Full Fabric, Advanced Fabric OS, Advanced Web Tools, and Zoning provide comprehensive management. Deployable in full-fabric or Access Gateway mode with NPIV support.

What port types are available?

Supports FL_Port, F_Port, E_Port, and U_Port with self-discovery. Ideal for core/edge SAN fabrics in SMBs and enterprises.

Is it compatible with older devices?

Auto-sensing ports ensure backward compatibility with 1, 2, 4 Gb/s SFPs, allowing gradual upgrades while preserving existing investments.

AM868B - HP 8/24 Base (16) Full Fabric Ports Enabled Switch

Name: AM868B - HP 8/24 Base (16) Full Fabric Ports Enabled Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: AM868B
Price: 568 USD
Availability: InStock

AM868B - HP 8/24 Base (16) Full Fabric Ports Enabled Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE AM868B 8/24 Base SAN Switch is a managed enterprise-grade device from the StorageWorks line, featuring 16 active Fibre Channel ports expandable to 24 via 8-port upgrades. It supports 8 Gb/s wire-speed performance across all ports with auto-sensing for 1, 2, 4, and 8 Gbit/s devices, ensuring backward compatibility and future-proofing. Aggregate bandwidth reaches 384 Gbit/s full duplex, handling high-density virtualized environments without bottlenecks. Port types include FL_Port, F_Port, E_Port, and U_Port for flexible fabric integration. A USB port enables firmware upgrades and log downloads. Management via Full Fabric, Advanced Fabric OS, Web Tools, and Zoning simplifies deployment. Rack-mountable form factor suits SMBs and large enterprises as core or edge switches in tiered SANs, supporting Access Gateway mode with NPIV for logical device presentation.

16 active 8Gb FC ports, expandable to 24
384 Gbit/s full duplex bandwidth, wire-speed
Auto-sensing 1/2/4/8 Gb/s compatibility
FL/F/E/U_Port types, 2112-byte frames
Full Fabric OS, Advanced Zoning/Tools
Rack-mountable, USB for firmware/logs

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	AM868B
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	8/24 Base (16) Full Fabric Ports Enabled
Product Line	StorageWorks
Product Type	Managed SAN Switch
Zoning Software	Yes (Included)
Modular Expansion	Yes; supports 8-port upgrades
Classes of Service	Class 2, Class 3, Class F (inter-switch frames)
Management Software	Full Fabric, Advanced Fabric OS, Advanced Web Tools, Advanced Zoning

Compatible systems

Interoperable with HPE B-Series SAN switches running compatible firmware

HPE B-Series
Model: SAN Switches
Interoperates with 1Gb/s, 2Gb/s, 4Gb/s, 8Gb/s B-Series SAN Switches per SAN Design Guide

Best for

Enterprise Core/Edge SAN
Serves as standalone core or edge switch in tiered storage networks with 16-24 ports at 8 Gb/s, auto-sensing compatibility for 1-8 Gbit/s devices reduces deployment costs.
High-Density Virtualization
Removes bottlenecks in virtualized servers via 384 Gbit/s full duplex bandwidth and wire-speed support on all ports, enabling pay-as-you-grow scalability.
SMB Storage Expansion
Provides flexible 8 Gb/s connectivity with Ports On Demand to 24 ports, supporting Access Gateway mode for integration into any SAN fabric.
Fabric Management
Advanced Zoning, Web Tools, and Full Fabric OS manage Class 2/3/F services with 2112-byte frames for reliable inter-switch operations.

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Port Speed	8 Gb/s Fibre Channel; wire-speed support for all ports
Maximum Frame Size	2112-byte payload
Aggregate Bandwidth	Up to 384 Gbit/sec full duplex

Power Supplies	Single power supply
Hot plug, redundant power supplies	No

Rack Units	1U
Form Factor	Rack-mountable

Hot plug fans	No

Interface/Ports

USB Ports	One USB port for system log file downloads or firmware upgrades
Port Types	FL_Port, F_Port, E_Port; self-discovery based on switch type (U_Port)
Fibre Channel Ports	16 active ports expandable to 24; SFP+ transceivers

HP 8/24 Base (16) Full Fabric Ports Enabled Switch

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