HPE AM869A StorageWorks 8/40 SAN Switch Base (24‑Port)
Overview
The HPE AM869A is an enterprise SAN traffic switch designed for data‑centre storage fabrics and SAN edge environments where high‑density Fibre Channel connectivity is required. The unit supports auto‑sensing of 1/2/4/8 Gbps Fibre Channel SFPs across configurable port counts, providing a flexible platform for consolidated storage traffic. In its base configuration, it enables 24 ports (expandable to 40 ports via licence) within a 1U rack‑mount chassis, delivering up to 680 Gbps aggregate full‑duplex bandwidth and ISL trunking up to 64 Gbps for high‑speed inter‑switch links. It supports advanced features such as integrated routing, frame filtering, zoning, hot‑swappable power and cooling, and full fabric management tools. This model fits into 19‑inch racks, storage‑array enclosures, and edge‑fabric aggregation locations, and is well suited for organisations deploying virtualised storage, backup clusters or DR fabrics that require enterprise‑grade Fibre Channel switching capabilities.
Key Features
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Supports 24 active FC ports, scalable up to 40 via licence
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Auto‑sensing of 1/2/4/8 Gbps Fibre Channel speeds
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Up to 680 Gbps aggregate full‑duplex bandwidth in 1U
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ISL trunking up to 64 Gbps for high‑bandwidth inter‑switch links
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Hot‑swappable redundant fans and power supplies
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