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HP StorageWorks SAN Switch 2/16 offers 2 Gb connectivity for an entry-level storage area network (SAN), and the ability to grow to a core-to-edge infrastructure. It delivers sixteen high performance Auto Sensing 1 and 2 Gb Fibre Channel ports. Plus, the SAN Switch 2/16 is fully non-blocking and provides 32 Gb switching capacity for uncongested sustained, 2 Gb full duplex throughput. Its storage networking features include redundant power supplies and cooling, making it ideal for supporting corporate infrastructure implementations. Removable, small-form-factor-pluggable optical transceivers (SFPs) must be ordered separately. The PowerPak provides the SAN administrator with the tools to monitor the health and performance of the network. The PowerPak is available pre-configured on the switch or as an upgrade. PowerPak also provides the foundation for integration into HP OpenView-SAM providing a SAN administrator the ability to manage their entire environment through a single-pane-of-glass
An extensive portfolio of flexible network connectivity solutions that: Scale from entry level (or SMB) to enterprise; Respond quickly to growth and change; Deliver performance, reliability and value; Provide high availability to meet escalating business continuity and service level requirements; Deliver open, standards-based interoperable solutions; Enable choice
In the connected world of 21st century business, a manageable, secure network isn’t optional - it’s a core requirement of every serious organisation’s infrastructure. For every internet, intranet and extranet the possibility of security lapses exists. ProCurve switches feature built-in security capabilities for safe, e-commerce communications throughout the network. Sensitive information can be shielded and protected for complete peace of mind. Plus with ProCurve policy-based management, the administration of security procedures is simpler than ever. Embedded intelligence, which examines the network, finds problems, automatically fixes what it can, and informs the IT administrator of problems that require their attention, is typical of HP’s proactive approach to networking.

• 2 Gb 16-port connectivity: Investment protection for previous SAN Switch installations

• SAN Switch 2/16 PowerPak: Specially priced SAN Switch 2/16; Full suite of software tools offers the most comprehensive software bundle for maximum performance and complete SAN management

• Flexibility: Choose the connection type (fabric, loop); Ability to upgrade from base configuration to PowerPak; Easily integrated into core to edge SAN Switch configurations