What does the HP AP862A license activate on the 1606 switch?

The AP862A StorageWorks 1606 Base to Full Upgrade License activates 12 additional 8Gb FC ports (total 16) and 4 additional 1GbE ports (total 6), for 22 total ports. It also enables up to 8 FCIP tunnels from base 2, plus tape read/write pipelining for enhanced SAN extension over WAN.

Is this license compatible with HPE B-Series SAN switches?

Yes, the 1606 Extension SAN Switch with this upgrade is fully compatible with the HPE B-Series family, delivering 8 Gbit/sec fabric services end-to-end. It supports investment protection and leverages existing data center expertise for seamless integration.

What are the port speeds after upgrade?

Post-upgrade, the switch supports 16x 8Gb Fibre Channel ports for high-throughput SAN connectivity and 6x 1GbE ports for iSCSI/FCIP. This configuration provides unmatched bandwidth and port density for remote replication and data migration.

How is the license installed?

Obtain the switch WWN, acquire the license key from HPE, then log in as admin and run 'licenseadd "key"'. Verify with 'licenseshow'; no reboot is needed. Ports beyond base show as enabled in switchshow command.

What use cases benefit most from this upgrade?

Ideal for enterprise SAN extension, remote office backup, data replication, and migration. Activates full 22 ports and advanced FCIP features to handle multisite business continuity with 8Gb FC performance over unlimited distances.

Does it support tape pipelining?

Yes, the upgrade enables tape read/write pipelining, reducing round-trip delays similar to FastWrite. Combined with 16x 8Gb FC and 6x 1GbE ports, it optimizes backup workflows in extended SAN environments.

AP862A - HP StorageWorks 1606 Base to Full Upgrade Activates 4 additional 1GbE ports (total 6x 1GbE) Switch

Name: AP862A - HP StorageWorks 1606 Base to Full Upgrade Activates 4 additional 1GbE ports (total 6x 1GbE) Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: AP862A
Price: 3032 USD
Availability: InStock

AP862A - HP StorageWorks 1606 Base to Full Upgrade Activates 4 additional 1GbE ports (total 6x 1GbE) Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HP StorageWorks 1606 Base to Full Upgrade License (SKU: AP862A) transforms the base 1606 Extension SAN Switch into a full-capacity unit for enterprise SAN extension. It activates 12 additional 8Gb Fibre Channel ports, bringing the total to 16x 8Gb FC, and 4 additional 1GbE ports for a total of 6x 1GbE, resulting in 22 total ports. This upgrade also enables advanced features like additional FCIP tunnels (up to 8) and tape read/write pipelining, enhancing WAN-based data replication, backup, and migration. Designed for 1U rack-mount deployment, it supports high-throughput 8Gb FC and 1GbE iSCSI connectivity, ideal for business continuity in multisite environments. Compatible with HPE B-Series SAN platforms, it provides investment protection by scaling from SME/ROBO to larger data centers without service disruption. Procurement teams benefit from pay-as-you-grow licensing for cost-effective expansion.

Activates 16x 8Gb FC ports for high-density SAN extension
Enables 6x 1GbE ports + 8 FCIP tunnels for WAN replication
22 total ports with tape pipelining for efficient backups
8Gb FC speed boosts application performance over distance
1U rack-mount form factor for data center integration
Pay-as-you-grow licensing scales from base to full capacity

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	AP862A
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	StorageWorks 1606 Base to Full Upgrade
Product Line	HP StorageWorks
Product Type	SAN Extension Switch Upgrade License
Ethernet Speed	1GbE iSCSI
Power Redundancy	Yes
Fibre Channel Speed	8Gb Fibre Channel

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Compatible systems

Compatible exclusively with HP StorageWorks 1606 Base Extension SAN Switch

HP StorageWorks
Model: 1606 Extension SAN Switch
Form factor: 1U Rack
Required for Base model upgrade from 6 to 22 ports

Best for

SAN Extension
Activates full 16x 8Gb FC and 6x 1GbE ports on HP 1606 switch for extending Fibre Channel SANs over WAN using FCIP, supporting multisite connectivity.
Data Replication
Enables up to 8 FCIP tunnels and tape pipelining to accelerate remote data mirroring across unlimited distances with high 8Gb FC throughput.
Backup and Migration
Upgrades base switch to 22 total ports for reliable, high-bandwidth backup and data migration in ROBO or enterprise environments.
Business Continuity
Scales from 6 to 22 ports without downtime, ensuring continuous access to mission-critical data in global deployments.

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FCIP Aggregate Bandwidth	6 Gbps

Depth	64.1 cm
Width	43.2 cm
Height	4.5 cm
Weight	10.9 kg
Form Factor	1U Rack Mount SAN Switch Upgrade
Enclosure Type	1U

Interface/Ports

USB Ports	1
Total Ports	Activates additional 16 ports for 22 total ports
Ethernet Ports	Activates 4 additional 1GbE ports (total 6x 1GbE)
Fibre Channel Ports	Activates 12 additional 8Gb FC ports (total 16x 8Gb FC)

HP StorageWorks 1606 Base to Full Upgrade Activates 4 additional 1GbE ports (total 6x 1GbE) Switch