{"product_id":"hp-storageworks-4-8-san-switch-a8000a-4gb-fibre-channel-8-ports","title":"🔌 HP StorageWorks 4\/8 SAN Switch A8000A 4Gb Fibre Channel 8 Ports 🖧","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eFully functional with signs of wear.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta content=\"HP StorageWorks 4\/8 SAN Switch A8000A, commutateur Fibre Channel 4 Gb\/s 8 ports actifs, rack 1U, occasion testé, livré avec câble d'alim.\" name=\"description\"\u003e   \u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #333; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- HEADER --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #2D5FD8 0%, #6A3EDB 100%); border-radius: 12px; padding: 30px 25px; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"color: #fff; font-size: 22px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e🔌 HP StorageWorks 4\/8 SAN Switch A8000A\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgba(255,255,255,0.92); font-size: 15px; margin: 0;\"\u003e4 Gb\/s Fibre Channel Switch · 8 Active Auto-Sensing Ports · 1U Rack · Professional SAN Infrastructure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ÉTAT DU PRODUIT --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f9fafb; border-left: 4px solid #2D5FD8; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px 20px; margin-bottom: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2D5FD8; font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\"\u003e📦 Product Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px; color: #333; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsed — tested and functional.\u003c\/strong\u003e This equipment has been carefully inspected and is in perfect working condition. It may show slight signs of normal use (rack marks, minor scratches). \u003cstrong\u003eDelivered with its power cable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- DESCRIPTION --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2D5FD8; font-size: 18px; border-bottom: 2px solid #e5e7eb; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e📋 Detailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #333; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eHP StorageWorks 4\/8 SAN Switch (A8000A)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional-class 4 Gb\/s Fibre Channel switch designed for SAN networks in SMB or datacenter environments. It offers \u003cstrong\u003e8 active auto-sensing ports\u003c\/strong\u003e at 1, 2, or 4 Gb\/s, expandable up to 16 ports via an optional activation license, allowing scalability without hardware replacement. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #333; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e Its \u003cstrong\u003efully non-blocking\u003c\/strong\u003e 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #333; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003eVMware vSphere, Windows Server, Linux\u003c\/strong\u003e environments and any infrastructure requiring high-performance shared storage via Fibre Channel protocol. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SPECS GRID --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2D5FD8; font-size: 18px; border-bottom: 2px solid #e5e7eb; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e⚙️ Technical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f0f9ff; border: 1px solid #2D5FD8; border-radius: 8px; padding: 14px 12px; flex: 1 1 130px; min-width: 120px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e🏷️\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 11px; color: #2D5FD8; margin-bottom: 4px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eReference\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #333;\"\u003eA8000A\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#666; font-size:11px;\"\u003e411839-001\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f0f9ff; border: 1px solid #2D5FD8; border-radius: 8px; padding: 14px 12px; flex: 1 1 130px; min-width: 120px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e📡\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 11px; color: #2D5FD8; margin-bottom: 4px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eTechnology\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #333;\"\u003eFibre Channel 4 Gb\/s\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f0f9ff; border: 1px solid #2D5FD8; border-radius: 8px; padding: 14px 12px; flex: 1 1 130px; min-width: 120px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e🔢\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 11px; color: #2D5FD8; margin-bottom: 4px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eActive Ports\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #333;\"\u003e8 (expandable to 16)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f0f9ff; border: 1px solid #2D5FD8; border-radius: 8px; padding: 14px 12px; flex: 1 1 130px; min-width: 120px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e🔌\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 11px; color: #2D5FD8; margin-bottom: 4px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003ePhysical Ports\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #333;\"\u003e16 x SFP\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f0f9ff; border: 1px solid #2D5FD8; 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color: #333;\"\u003eSupported\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f0f9ff; border: 1px solid #2D5FD8; border-radius: 8px; padding: 14px 12px; flex: 1 1 130px; min-width: 120px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e🏢\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 11px; color: #2D5FD8; margin-bottom: 4px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #333;\"\u003eHP \/ HPE\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTENU DU COLIS --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f9fafb; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 25px; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2D5FD8; font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003e📦 Package Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 14px; color: #333; line-height: 2.2;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ 1x HP StorageWorks 4\/8 SAN Switch (A8000A)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ 1x Power cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #666; margin: 14px 0 0 0; font-style: italic; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e 📸 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- AVANTAGES CLIENT --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #2D5FD8 0%, #6A3EDB 100%); border-radius: 10px; padding: 22px 25px; margin-bottom: 25px; color: white;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 15px 0; color: #fff;\"\u003e🌟 Why Buy From Us?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.15); border-radius: 8px; padding: 12px 15px; flex: 1 1 160px; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e🛡️ \u003cstrong\u003e30-day warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSatisfied or refunded\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.15); border-radius: 8px; padding: 12px 15px; flex: 1 1 160px; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eSecure and fast shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith carrier tracking number\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.15); border-radius: 8px; padding: 12px 15px; flex: 1 1 160px; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e📄 \u003cstrong\u003eProfessional paper invoice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e0% VAT included with the package\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.15); border-radius: 8px; padding: 12px 15px; flex: 1 1 160px; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e📦 \u003cstrong\u003eCareful packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptimal protection for transport\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- AVERTISSEMENTS --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fffbeb; border-left: 4px solid #f59e0b; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #92400e; font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e⚠️ Important Notices\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; font-size: 13px; color: #555; line-height: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe cannot be held responsible for any malfunction related to the software or firmware of the equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe do not provide technical support for the configuration or installation of this product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2D5FD8; font-size: 18px; border-bottom: 2px solid #e5e7eb; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 8px; margin-top: 15px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb; background: #f9fafb;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #2D5FD8; margin: 0 0 7px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e🔍 Is this HP A8000A SAN switch compatible with HP ProLiant servers and VMware?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #333; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003eYes, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #2D5FD8; margin: 0 0 7px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e🔌 Which Fibre Channel SFP modules are compatible with this HP StorageWorks switch?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #333; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb; background: #f9fafb;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #2D5FD8; margin: 0 0 7px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e📈 Is it possible to increase the number of active ports on this SAN switch?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #333; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003eYes. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #2D5FD8; margin: 0 0 7px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e🔄 Does this HP SAN Switch support ISL links and switch cascading?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #333; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb; background: #f9fafb;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #2D5FD8; margin: 0 0 7px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e🛡️ What are the warranty and return conditions for this used network switch?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #333; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003eThis refurbished HP StorageWorks 4\/8 SAN Switch is sold with a \u003cstrong\u003e30-day warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #2D5FD8; margin: 0 0 7px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e📄 Is a professional invoice with VAT provided with the order?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #333; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003eAbsolutely. A \u003cstrong\u003eprofessional paper invoice\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FOOTER --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #2D5FD8 0%, #6A3EDB 100%); border-radius: 10px; padding: 22px 25px; text-align: center; color: white;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✅ Secure Purchase · Fast Shipping · Professional Seller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; opacity: 0.9;\"\u003eHP StorageWorks 4\/8 SAN Switch · A8000A · Fibre Channel 4 Gb\/s · 8 Active Ports · 1U Rack · Used Tested\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e ","brand":"HP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54299712880963,"sku":"RDC D3 A8000A","price":166.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1737\/6915\/files\/57_d2730a20-389c-4dd6-ab0a-2118bd7b8f00.jpg?v=1774364129","url":"https:\/\/itandoffice.com\/en\/products\/hp-storageworks-4-8-san-switch-a8000a-4gb-fibre-channel-8-ports","provider":"IT And Office","version":"1.0","type":"link"}