What is the port configuration of the HPE Brocade 8/24c SAN Switch?

It features 24 fixed Fibre Channel ports at 8 Gbit/s, with 16 network ports and 24 total SFP expansion slots. Port types include FL_Port, F_Port, E_Port, and U_Port, allowing flexible configurations for loops, fabrics, and inter-switch links in enterprise SANs.

What is the maximum bandwidth of this switch?

The switch provides 8 Gbit/s per port, achieving 384 Gbps aggregate bandwidth (24 ports x 8 Gbps x 2 for full duplex). This supports high-throughput SAN fabrics with features like ISL Trunking for optimized performance.

Is this switch compatible with HP BladeSystem?

Yes, it is designed as an embedded, hot-plug module for HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosures, sharing power with the BladeSystem. The Power Pack+ is included, enabling seamless integration without additional power supplies.

What management features does it support?

Manageable via WebTools, with protocols including Dynamic Path Selection, ISL Trunking, Adaptive Networking, Fabric Watch for alerts, and Advanced Performance Monitoring. These ensure efficient fabric management and diagnostics.

What Fibre Channel speeds does it support?

Ports operate at 8 Gbit/s Fibre Channel speed, compatible with lower speeds via auto-negotiation. Aggregate capacity reaches 384 Gbps, ideal for 8Gb/s SAN environments with full-duplex operation.

What is the form factor and power setup?

Rack-embeddable form factor for HP BladeSystem c-Class, hot-plug capable. Power Pack+ is included and shares resources with the enclosure, simplifying deployment in blade server setups.

AJ822A - HPE 8/24c Power Pack+ SAN Switch Switch

Name: AJ822A - HPE 8/24c Power Pack+ SAN Switch Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: AJ822A
Price: 505 USD
Availability: InStock

AJ822A - HPE 8/24c Power Pack+ SAN Switch Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE Brocade 8/24c Power Pack+ SAN Switch (SKU: AJ822A) is an enterprise-grade Fibre Channel switch from the Brocade B-Series product line, designed for high-performance storage area networks. It features 24 fixed 8 Gbit/s Fibre Channel ports, including 16 network ports, with support for SFP expansion slots. The switch supports key port types: FL_Port, F_Port, E_Port, and U_Port, enabling flexible SAN topologies. Aggregate bandwidth reaches 384 Gbps (24 ports x 8 Gbps x 2 full duplex), ideal for demanding data center environments. Management capabilities include Dynamic Path Selection, WebTools, ISL Trunking, Adaptive Networking, Fabric Watch, and Advanced Performance Monitoring. Its embedded form factor integrates seamlessly as a hot-plug module into HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosures, sharing power with the BladeSystem. This switch optimizes fabric performance, enhances reliability, and scales efficiently for virtualization, cloud storage, and high-availability applications in enterprise IT infrastructures.

24x 8Gb/s FC ports, 16 network, 24 SFP slots
384 Gbps aggregate bandwidth, full duplex
FL_Port, F_Port, E_Port, U_Port support
Embedded hot-plug for BladeSystem c-Class
ISL Trunking, Dynamic Path Selection
Fabric Watch, Advanced Performance Monitoring

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Featuring

ISL Trunking Support
Manufacturer part #	AJ822A
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
Model	8/24c Power Pack+ SAN Switch
Manageable	Yes
Fabric Watch	Included with Power Pack+
Product Line	Brocade B-Series
Product Type	SAN Switch; Fibre Channel Switch
Architecture Type	Non-blocking architecture
Supported Protocols	Dynamic Path Selection; WebTools; ISL Trunking; Adaptive Networking; Fabric Watch; Advanced Performance Monitoring

Compatible systems

Designed for HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosures

HPE BladeSystem
Model: c-Class Enclosure
Form factor: Blade
Hot-plugs into back of enclosure; shared power and cooling

Best for

BladeSystem Integration
Embeds directly into HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosures as a hot-plug module, sharing power for seamless SAN connectivity with 24 fixed 8Gb/s ports.
Enterprise SAN Fabrics
Supports FL_Port, F_Port, E_Port, U_Port with 384 Gbps aggregate bandwidth, enabling scalable Fibre Channel networks for high-traffic storage.
Data Center Virtualization
Features ISL Trunking, Dynamic Path Selection, and Adaptive Networking to optimize performance in virtualized environments with up to 24 active ports.
High-Availability Storage
Includes Fabric Watch and Advanced Performance Monitoring for proactive management, ensuring reliability in mission-critical SAN deployments.

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Dynamic Path Selection	Included

Hardware Enforced Zoning	Included

Advanced Performance Monitoring	Included with Power Pack+ option

Data Transfer Rate	8 Gbit/s per port; Aggregate bandwidth up to 384 Gbps (24 ports x 8 Gbps x 2 full duplex)
Aggregate Bandwidth	384 Gbps (24 ports x 8 Gbps x 2 for full duplex)

Power Supplies	Power Pack+ included; Shared power with BladeSystem enclosure

Form Factor	Embedded for HP BladeSystem c-Class; Hot-plug into enclosure back

Interface/Ports

Expansion Slot Type	SFP; 24 total expansion slots
Fibre Channel Ports	24 ports; Fixed ports/expansion slots: 24; Network ports: 16
Fiber Channel Port Type	FL_Port; F_Port; E_Port; U_Port
Included SFP+ Transceivers	Four 8Gb short wave SFP+s
External Fibre Channel Ports	8 external 8Gb auto-sensing ports
Internal Fibre Channel Ports	16 internal 8Gb ports

HPE 8/24c Power Pack+ SAN Switch Switch