SAN switch module

AK859B Overview

The HP StorageWorks AK859B DC SAN Director Fibre Channel Switch is a high-performance 32-port 8Gbps switch built for enterprise-class storage environments. Designed for Director-class SANs, it offers exceptional scalability, throughput, and reliability to support mission-critical applications. With backward compatibility to 4Gbps and 2Gbps devices, it ensures seamless integration into existing SAN infrastructures. Advanced features such as zoning, ISL trunking, and NPIV provide efficient traffic management and secure connectivity across the storage fabric.