What ports does the HPE Brocade 8/12c support?

Up to 12 internal/external auto-sensing Fibre Channel ports at 8 Gbps, with 8 external ports including four 8Gb short wave SFP+. Supports 2/4/8 Gbps for compatibility, enabling flexible SAN configurations in BladeSystem c-Class.

What is the maximum bandwidth of this switch?

Provides 8 Gbit/s per port with aggregate up to 384 Gbps (24 ports x 8 Gbps x 2 full duplex). Enhanced trunking delivers up to 64 Gbps per trunk, ideal for high-throughput virtualization and storage consolidation.

Is it compatible with HPE BladeSystem c-Class?

Yes, designed as a hot-plug module integrating into the back of BladeSystem c-Class enclosures. Shares power and cooling, reduces cabling, with dimensions 381 x 298.5 x 85.9 mm for seamless fit.

What management features are included?

Includes Fabric Watch for SAN monitoring and Top Talkers for bandwidth analysis. Supports Brocade CLI, Web Tools, and optional Fabric Manager, with firmware up to v6.4.3e for enterprise oversight.

Does it support virtualization and QoS?

Yes, features Adaptive Fabric Quality of Service, Traffic Isolation, and enhanced trunking for optimized data flow in virtual environments. NPIV support improves scalability and interoperability.

What technologies enhance performance?

Non-blocking architecture with 700 nSec latency, ISL trunking, and auto-sensing ports (2/4/8 Gbps). Power Pack+ options add advanced monitoring for demanding applications like server virtualization.

AJ820A - HPE AJ820A Brocade 8/12c 8Gb FC 12 Ports Blade Module

Name: HPE AJ820A Brocade 8/12c 8Gb FC 12 Ports Blade Module
Brand: HPE
SKU: AJ820A
Price: 530 USD
Availability: InStock

AJ820A - HPE AJ820A Brocade 8/12c 8Gb FC 12 Ports Blade Module | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE Brocade 8/12c SAN Switch (SKU AJ820A) is a Fibre Channel SAN switch module designed for BladeSystem c-Class enclosures. It provides up to 12 auto-sensing 8 Gbps ports, configurable as internal or external, with 8 external ports shipping with four 8Gb short wave SFP+. Aggregate bandwidth reaches 384 Gbps across 24 ports in full duplex mode. Key technologies include enhanced trunking, Adaptive Fabric Quality of Service, and Traffic Isolation for optimized data flow. The hot-plug blade module integrates into the enclosure back, sharing power and cooling to reduce cabling and rack space. Management features Fabric Watch and Top Talkers for monitoring. Supports firmware up to v6.4.3e. Ideal for enterprise SAN environments requiring high availability, virtualization support, and scalable storage connectivity in consolidated data centers.

Up to 12 auto-sensing 8Gb FC ports, internal/external
384 Gbps aggregate bandwidth, full duplex non-blocking
Hot-plug blade for BladeSystem c-Class enclosures
Enhanced trunking & Adaptive QoS for virtualization
Fabric Watch & Top Talkers for SAN monitoring
Ships with 4x 8Gb SFP+, 2/4/8 Gbps compatible

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	AJ820A
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
API	SMI-s API
SNMP	Supported
Model	Brocade 8/12c
Standards	ANSI T11 NPIV
Technology	8 Gbps Fibre Channel; Enhanced trunking; Adaptive Fabric Quality of Service; Traffic Isolation
Product Line	B-series BladeSystem
Product Type	Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module
Firmware Version	Supports versions up to latest available (e.g., v6.4.3e referenced)

Compatible systems

Designed for HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosures

HPE BladeSystem
Model: c-Class Enclosure
Form factor: Blade
Hot-plugs into back of enclosure

Best for

Data Center Consolidation
Integrates seamlessly into BladeSystem c-Class enclosures with hot-plug design, sharing power and cooling while reducing cabling and rack space for efficient consolidation.
Server Virtualization
Delivers 8 Gbps per port and enhanced trunking for high bandwidth, supporting demanding virtualized workloads with Adaptive Fabric Quality of Service.
Enterprise SAN Extension
Provides up to 384 Gbps aggregate bandwidth and auto-sensing ports (2/4/8 Gbps) for scalable Fibre Channel fabrics with investment protection.
High Availability Storage
Features redundant switches, hot-swappable design, and Fabric Watch monitoring to ensure reliable SAN performance in mission-critical environments.

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Management Features	Fabric Watch for SAN monitoring; Top Talkers for bandwidth monitoring

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

Physical Characteristics

Weight	2.5 kg
Hot Plug	Supported
Dimensions	381 x 298.5 x 85.9 mm (WxDxH)
Form Factor	Blade module for HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosures; Hot-plug
Chassis Type	Embedded Blade Switch
Mounting Type	Integrates into back of BladeSystem c-Class Enclosure

External Ports	8 external 8Gb auto-sensing ports (ships with four 8Gb short wave SFP+)
Fibre Channel Ports	Up to 12 internal and external ports; 8 Gbps auto-sensing

HPE AJ820A Brocade 8/12c 8Gb FC 12 Ports Blade Module