Part Number     288247-B21
Spare Part Number     309503-001
Full SAN Scaling Upgrade License     325888-B21
Number of Fibre Channel Ports     8 Hot-pluggable SFP optical transceivers
Performance     2.125 Gbit/sec line speed, full duplex
Switch Bandwidth     32 Gbit/sec end to end
Maximum Frame Size     2112-byte payload
Fibre Channel Ports    

• 7 available 2-Gb/s Fibre Channel ports compatible with SFP transceiver interconnects (Port 1 through Port 7)
• 1 internal port (Port 0) for interfacing with the MSA1000 Array Controller, using F_Port protocol

Port Types  

• E_Port (expansion port)
• E_Port (fabric port that is not loop capable)
• FL_Port (fabric port that is loop capable)

Media Types     Small form-factor pluggable (SFP) four included standard; short wavelength (SWL) up to .31 mi (500m), long wavelength (LWL) up to 21 mi ( 35 km); distance depends on fiber-optic cable and port speed
Management Access     10/100 Ethernet port (RJ-45) / Serial port (RS-232)

Advanced Fabric Services    

• ISL Trunking (optional)
• Hardware Enforced Zoning
• WebTools
• Remote Switch (optional)
• Fabric Watch (optional)
• End-to-End Performance Analysis (optional)

Manageability    

• WebTools
• OpenView
• API
• IP
• SNMP

Supported Software    

• Telnet
• SNMP
• WebTools
• Brocade Zoning, SES (optional)
• Fabric Watch
• Extended Fabrics
• Remote Switch

Redundancy     A second MSA SAN Switch 2/8 can be installed in the MSA1000 for redundancy
Diagnostics     POST and embedded diagnostics
Features

• Eight 2 Gb ports: 1 to controller, 7 user accessible
• Ships with 4 SFPs installed
• 2 more ports plus full cascade ability (previous model had 1 "hop" restriction)
• Feature set common with SAN Switch product line (not –EL models)
• No E-port restriction, accepts all optional software
• Interoperates with external SAN Switch 2 Gb switches
• Configuration and management methodology common with SAN Switch product line
• Automatic re-routing through the Fabric Shortest Path First (FSPF) algorithm

RICOM offers new and refurbished HP storage products. This 288247-B21 is available new and refurbished. RICOM offers net terms with discounts, 24/7 world class service, same day shipping and extremely aggressive pricing. Please call 800-997-8008 for all of your storage needs. We specialize in current and discontinued, hard to find parts. The 288247-B21 MSA SAN Switch 2/8 is the optional MSA SAN Switch 2/8, which can be installed within the msa1000 cabinet, offers 2 Gb full fabric performance at an attractive price. A second 288247-B21 MSA SAN Switch 2/8 can be installed for redundancy. There are seven pluggable ports available (four SFPs are included). The eight port is directed internally to the controller. Contact RICOM for all of your HP storage needs.

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Yes, RICOM ships worldwide. We have customers in over 50 countries and have extensive experience in international shipping methods as well as working with customs regulations.

What type of warranty do you offer?
Our warranties range from 30 days to one year depending on the manufacturer.  We offer certified extended warranty programs on most equipment through the manufacturer.

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With nearly 20 years experience working with the enterprise IT reseller channel, RICOM delivers systems configurations, customer support, emerging technologies, managed services, logistics, and distribution.  RICOM works to meet IT budget constraints and understands its customers data center challenges.  The company is a distributor for new, as well as discontinued in-demand IT products.  RICOM works with businesses of all sizes, from small, to enterprise, as well as government departments, and education.  We carry enterprise IT certifications

RICOM’s reach out to a vast international global inventory allows the company to sell to customers at a reduced cost. We quote RFQ’s without delay, ship quickly, and resolve questions in a hurry. We offer straightforward financing options, and our staff is dedicated to your satisfaction.