🔌 HP StorageWorks 4/8 SAN Switch A8000A 4Gb Fibre Channel 8 Ports 🖧 HP
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🔌 HP StorageWorks 4/8 SAN Switch A8000A 4Gb Fibre Channel 8 Ports 🖧 HP

🔌 HP StorageWorks 4/8 SAN Switch A8000A 4Gb Fibre Channel 8 Ports 🖧

HP
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€166.90

Description

Fully functional with signs of wear.

🔌 HP StorageWorks 4/8 SAN Switch A8000A

4 Gb/s Fibre Channel Switch · 8 Active Auto-Sensing Ports · 1U Rack · Professional SAN Infrastructure

📦 Product Condition

Used — tested and functional. This equipment has been carefully inspected and is in perfect working condition. It may show slight signs of normal use (rack marks, minor scratches). Delivered with its power cable.

📋 Detailed Description

The HP StorageWorks 4/8 SAN Switch (A8000A) is a professional-class 4 Gb/s Fibre Channel switch designed for SAN networks in SMB or datacenter environments. It offers 8 active auto-sensing ports at 1, 2, or 4 Gb/s, expandable up to 16 ports via an optional activation license, allowing scalability without hardware replacement.

Its fully non-blocking architecture guarantees a switching bandwidth of 64 to 128 Gb/s full duplex, ensuring smooth and efficient data transfers between your servers and storage arrays. Compatible with the entire HP StorageWorks ecosystem, it fits natively into a standard 1U rack and supports inter-switch links (ISL) to build a meshed and redundant SAN architecture.

Ideal for VMware vSphere, Windows Server, Linux environments and any infrastructure requiring high-performance shared storage via Fibre Channel protocol.

⚙️ Technical Specifications

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Reference
A8000A
411839-001
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Technology
Fibre Channel 4 Gb/s
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Active Ports
8 (expandable to 16)
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Physical Ports
16 x SFP
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Auto-Sensing
1 / 2 / 4 Gb/s
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Bandwidth
64 – 128 Gb/s
Full duplex
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Form Factor
1U Rack
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Power Consumption
45W (normal)
65W (max)
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Architecture
Non-blocking
Full Fabric
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ISL Trunking
Supported
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Brand
HP / HPE

📦 Package Contents

  • ✅ 1x HP StorageWorks 4/8 SAN Switch (A8000A)
  • ✅ 1x Power cable

📸 Photos are for illustration purposes only. Only the content of the listing is authoritative for the exact product reference and included accessories. If in doubt, please contact us before purchasing.

🌟 Why Buy From Us?

🛡️ 30-day warranty
Satisfied or refunded
🚚 Secure and fast shipping
With carrier tracking number
📄 Professional paper invoice
0% VAT included with the package
📦 Careful packaging
Optimal protection for transport

⚠️ Important Notices

  • We cannot be held responsible for any malfunction related to the software or firmware of the equipment.
  • We do not provide technical support for the configuration or installation of this product.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

🔍 Is this HP A8000A SAN switch compatible with HP ProLiant servers and VMware?

Yes, the HP StorageWorks 4/8 SAN Switch A8000A is fully compatible with HP ProLiant servers equipped with a 4 Gb/s Fibre Channel HBA adapter. It integrates seamlessly into VMware vSphere (ESXi), Windows Server, Red Hat Linux, and Hyper-V environments, making it a key component for any shared SAN storage network or virtualization infrastructure.

🔌 Which Fibre Channel SFP modules are compatible with this HP StorageWorks switch?

The A8000A switch supports 4 Gb/s Fibre Channel SFP modules. HP short-range transceivers (ref. AJ715A) are suitable up to 150 m on OM3 cable, and long-range models (ref. AK870A) cover up to 10 km on single-mode fiber. SFP slots are empty upon delivery and must be ordered separately according to your existing LC duplex cabling.

📈 Is it possible to increase the number of active ports on this SAN switch?

Yes. The A8000A model has 16 physical ports, of which 8 are activated by default. An optional port activation license (HP Port Upgrade License) allows activating 4 additional ports at a time, reaching 12 or 16 active ports. This is an ideal solution for gradually scaling your SAN infrastructure without additional hardware investment.

🔄 Does this HP SAN Switch support ISL links and switch cascading?

The HP StorageWorks 4/8 SAN Switch (Full Fabric A8000A version) supports inter-switch links (ISL – Inter-Switch Link) to create a meshed, redundant, and scalable SAN network. It is thus possible to cascade multiple HP Fibre Channel switches to expand your SAN fabric and ensure high availability of your shared storage volumes.

🛡️ What are the warranty and return conditions for this used network switch?

This refurbished HP StorageWorks 4/8 SAN Switch is sold with a 30-day warranty from the date of receipt. In case of hardware failure within this period, we cover the return and proceed with replacement or refund of the product. Our commitment: to provide you with reliable professional network equipment for your SAN and Fibre Channel storage needs.

📄 Is a professional invoice with VAT provided with the order?

Absolutely. A professional paper invoice is systematically included with every package. VAT is listed at 0% in accordance with current regulations. This official document is valid for your company accounting, B2B IT and network equipment purchases, as well as for any professional reimbursements.

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HP StorageWorks 4/8 SAN Switch · A8000A · Fibre Channel 4 Gb/s · 8 Active Ports · 1U Rack · Used Tested

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