C8R42B HP Storefabric 10Base-T/100Base-TX Gigabit Ethernet Switch
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C8R42B Overview
The HP StoreFabric is a specialized managed switch that combines traditional Ethernet connectivity with high-speed Fibre Channel, making it highly versatile for enterprise data centers. It offers 10/100Base-TX Ethernet ports alongside SFP+ Fibre Channel interfaces, enabling seamless integration between LAN and SAN environments. This hybrid approach allows organizations to consolidate infrastructure, reduce cabling complexity, and provide flexible connectivity for servers and storage systems.
C8R42B Technical Specifications
HP Storefabric 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fibre Channel SFP+ Managed Rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Manufacturer: HP
Manufacture Part Number: C8R42B
Type: Fibre Channel & Ethernet Switch (hybrid)
Form Factor: Rack-mountable
Ethernet Ports: 10/100Base-TX (Gigabit-capable uplinks)
Fibre Ports: SFP+ Fibre Channel (8Gb/16Gb, depending on config)
Speed Support: 10/100Mbps Ethernet, Gigabit uplinks, Fibre Channel high-speed
Management: Fully Managed (Web Tools, CLI, SNMP)
Layer: Layer 2 Switching with Fibre Channel integration
Power: Internal redundant-capable PSU
Reliability: Enterprise SAN-grade
Use Case: Bridging Fibre Channel SAN with Ethernet LAN
Deployment: Data centers, enterprise SAN-LAN convergence environments
