What are the port specifications of the HPE Brocade 16Gb/16 SAN Switch?

The SKU 724423-001 features 16 x SFP+ Fibre Channel ports at 16Gb/s, auto-sensing 4/8/16Gb/s for internal/external use. It's a base model for BladeSystem c-Class, providing non-blocking performance ideal for SAN fabrics. Requires c7000 Platinum Enclosure for full 16Gb/s internals.

Is this switch compatible with HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosures?

Yes, it hot-plugs into HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosures as a rear module, sharing power/cooling. Full 16Gb/s internal speeds need c7000 Platinum; others limit to 8Gb/s. Integrates with Onboard Administrator 4.0+ and supports 8/16Gb FC mezzanine cards.

What performance features does it offer for virtualization?

Non-blocking architecture supports high-density virtualization with 16Gb/s ports and trunking up to 128Gb/s across 8 ports. Adaptive Networking includes QoS, traffic isolation, and rate limiting to optimize data flows and meet SLAs in virtual environments.

Does it support backward compatibility with slower FC speeds?

Yes, all 16 ports auto-sense 4Gb/s, 8Gb/s, or 16Gb/s, protecting investments in mixed SAN setups. External ports handle 4/8/16Gb/s; internals 8/16Gb/s, enabling seamless integration with legacy HPE B-series switches.

What management tools are integrated?

Integrates with HPE Onboard Administrator for BladeSystem, Systems Insight Manager, and Storage Essentials. Leverages B-series tools like FOS 7.4.0a+ for fabric management, with industry-standard interfaces for broader application integration.

What is the form factor and physical design?

It's a plug-in blade module for BladeSystem c-Class, with dimensions approx. 19.27cm W x 26.84cm D x 2.7cm H, weighing 1.5kg. Zero-footprint design reduces cabling, SFPs, and rack space while enabling data center consolidation.

724423-001 - HPE 16Gb 16 Port C-Class Base SAN switch Switch

Name: 724423-001 - HPE 16Gb 16 Port C-Class Base SAN switch Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: 724423-001
Price: 2915 USD
Availability: InStock

724423-001 - HPE 16Gb 16 Port C-Class Base SAN switch Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE Brocade 16Gb/16 SAN Switch for BladeSystem c-Class (SKU 724423-001) is a base model Storage Area Network switch designed as a plug-in module for HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosures. It features 16 x SFP+ Fibre Channel ports operating at 16Gb/s, providing non-blocking architecture for high-performance SAN connectivity. This blade form factor integrates seamlessly, sharing power and cooling while reducing cabling and rack space. Ports auto-sense 4/8/16Gb/s for investment protection. Ideal for data center consolidation, it supports high-density server virtualization and I/O-intensive applications via enhanced trunking up to 128Gb/s. Compatible with HPE BladeSystem c7000 Platinum Enclosure for full 16Gb/s internal speeds and integrates with HPE Onboard Administrator and Systems Insight Manager. Delivers reliable Fibre Channel SAN performance for enterprise environments requiring optimized data flows and SLA compliance.

16 x 16Gb/s SFP+ FC ports with auto-sensing 4/8/16Gb/s
BladeSystem c-Class hot-plug module, zero-footprint design
Non-blocking architecture for high-density virtualization
Trunking up to 128Gb/s with external HPE B-series switches
Integrates with HPE Onboard Admin and Insight Manager
Supports I/O-intensive apps and data center consolidation

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Featuring

Firmware Requirement
Manufacturer part #	724423-001
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
Model	16Gb 16 Port C-Class Base SAN switch
Technology	Fibre Channel SAN; 16Gb/s speed per port
Switch Type	Base SAN switch for blade systems
Product Line	Brocade for HPE BladeSystem c-Class
Product Type	Storage Area Network Switch
Access Gateway Mode	N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) support
Management Software	Power Pack+ software option for data flow management

Compatible systems

Compatible with HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosures

HPE BladeSystem
Model: c-Class
Form factor: Blade enclosure
Designed for HPE BladeSystem c-Class server blades

Best for

Data Center Consolidation
Enables zero-footprint SAN integration in HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosures, sharing power/cooling and minimizing cabling with 16 x 16Gb/s FC ports.
High-Density Virtualization
Supports virtualized environments with non-blocking 16Gb/s Fibre Channel performance and trunking up to 128Gb/s for demanding workloads.
I/O-Intensive Applications
Provides aggregate high throughput via 16 SFP+ ports auto-sensing 4/8/16Gb/s, optimizing data flows with Adaptive Networking services.
Enterprise SAN Expansion
Hot-plugs into c-Class backplanes for scalable Fibre Channel SAN, compatible with HPE B-series switches and 16Gb FC HBAs.

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Standards Compliance	ANSI T11 standard (N_Port ID Virtualization)

Onboard Administrator	HPE BladeSystem Onboard Administrator (OA) 4.0 required for C7000 enclosure configuration

Enclosure Compatibility	HPE BladeSystem c7000 Platinum Enclosure required for 16 Gbps internal ports; other c7000 enclosures support maximum 8 Gbps

Network & Communication

Aggregate Bandwidth	448 Gbps (28 ports x 16 Gbps full duplex)
ISL Trunking Capacity	Up to 128 Gbps balanced throughput (single trunk with up to 8 SAN ports)
Fibre Channel Performance	16 Gbps Fibre Channel

Form Factor	BladeSystem c-Class server module

Interface/Ports

Port Count	16 ports
Network Ports	16 x SFP+ Fibre Channel ports at 16Gb/s
External Ports	12 external 4/8/16 Gb/s auto-sensing ports (8x SFP+ and 4x16 QSFP+)
Internal Ports	16 internal 16 Gb/s (downlink) ports
Port Auto-Sensing	4, 8, or 16 Gbps for external ports; 8 or 16 Gbps for internal ports

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