HPE Brocade 8Gb SAN switch 8/12c - managed - 12 x 8Gb Fibre Channel - plug-in module

The HPE Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch 8/12c is a high-performance, managed Fibre Channel switch designed for enterprise storage area networks. This plug-in module delivers reliable, low-latency connectivity with 12 ports of 8 Gbps Fibre Channel, supporting up to 24 ports with optional Port on Demand licenses. Ideal for virtualized environments and data centers requiring scalable, secure, and easy-to-manage SAN infrastructure.

Advantages

Optimized for high-density server virtualization and flash storage, this switch offers ultra-low latency (700 ns port-to-port) and aggregate bandwidth up to 192 Gbps. It supports advanced features like Fabric Vision, QoS, and hot-swappable modules, ensuring maximum uptime and performance. The included Brocade Fabric OS provides robust management and security.

Suitable for

• Enterprise data centers requiring scalable SAN connectivity
• Virtualized server environments with high I/O demands
• Storage consolidation and disaster recovery solutions

Key specifications

• Device Type: SAN Switch - 12 ports (8 activated, up to 24 with licenses)
• Data Transfer Rate: 8 Gbps per port
• Enclosure: External 1U rack-mountable
• Management: SNMP, HTTP, HTTPS, SSH, CLI, SMI-S
• Security: DH-CHAP, FCAP, Port Binding, IPsec, SSL, SSH, HTTPS, LDAP, RADIUS, TACACS+
• Power: AC 120/230 V, 50/60 Hz, typical 75 W

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair with HPE 8Gb Fibre Channel HBAs and use Brocade Fabric OS for advanced monitoring. Consider Port on Demand licenses to expand to 24 ports as your storage needs grow.