AE371A HP 4Gb SAN Ethernet Switch c-Class BladeSystem

AE371A Overview

The HP 4Gb SAN Switch for c-Class BladeSystem (AE371A) is an integrated Fibre Channel switch module designed to deliver high-performance storage networking within HP BladeSystem environments. Supporting 4Gb/s Fibre Channel with backward compatibility, it enables seamless connectivity between blade servers and enterprise storage arrays. Its modular blade form factor saves rack space and cabling, while advanced SAN features such as zoning, trunking, and fabric services ensure secure and optimized traffic management. Fully manageable through Web Tools, CLI, or SNMP, it provides administrators with flexible control and monitoring options. Designed for high availability and scalability within the BladeSystem chassis, this switch is ideal for enterprises seeking efficient, space-saving, and reliable SAN connectivity for their virtualized and mission-critical workloads.