HPE C8S45B

Brocade 16 Gb/16 Fibre Channel SAN Switch for BladeSystem C-Class

The HPEC8S45B Brocade 16 Gb/16Fibre Channel SAN Switchfor BladeSystem C-Class is a high-performance, slot-in Fibre Channel switch optimized for HPEBladeSystem environments. Featuring 16 hot-pluggable 16 Gb/s ports in an embedded module, it delivers exceptional SAN connectivity with minimal cabling and zero rack space overhead. Ideal for virtualized environments, enterprise SAN architectures, and high-throughput storage workflows, this switch supports both internal and external zoning configurations and intelligently auto-senses lower-speed components—ensuring broad compatibility and investment protection 

Features

Designed to seamlessly integrate within the HPEBladeSystem C-Class enclosure, the C8S45B SAN Switch replaces traditional rack-mounted switches with an embedded, zero-footprint solution—leveraging shared power, cooling, and reduced cabling to streamline data center architecture . Both internal (downlink) and external (uplink) ports support 4 Gb/s, 8 Gb/s, and 16 Gb/s speeds, enabling smooth evolution of infrastructure without requiring full hardware replacement Its non-blocking architecture delivers up to 896 Gb/s of full-duplex aggregate throughput, ensuring sustained performance even under heavy SAN traffic loads . Support for ISL trunking allows grouping up to eight ports into a single logical trunk with up to 128 Gb/s bandwidth—optimizing uplinks and reducing port/Cable overhead Management is made intuitive through HPEunified frameworks—such as Onboard Administrator, Systems Insight Manager, and Storage Essentials—as well as Brocade SAN Network Advisor and WebTools. Advanced Adaptive Networking services like Fabric QoS, Traffic Isolation, and Ingress Rate Limiting are enabled out of the box to ensure predictable SAN performance in virtualized and multi-tenant environments 

Advanced Options

The C8S45B SAN Switch embodies enterprise-grade reliability ideal for mission-critical infrastructures. Its embedded, hot-pluggable design reduces single points of failure and enhances serviceability. Automatic port speed negotiation (4/8/16 Gb/s) ensures compatibility with different mezzanine cards and attached devices, providing flexibility and future readiness 

Key Features :

• • 16 × 16 Gb/s Fibre Channel ports (auto-sensing 4/8/16 Gb/s)

  • Embedded plug-in module with zero rack footprint

  • Non-blocking architecture with up to 896 Gb/s full-duplex bandwidth

  • ISL trunking support up to 128 Gb/s from 8-port trunk

  • Built-in Adaptive Networking services: Fabric QoS, Traffic Isolation, Ingress Rate Limiting

  • Seamless management via HPEHPEOnboard Administrator, Systems Insight Manager, SAN Network Advisor, WebTools

  • Hot-pluggable design with shared power and cooling provisions

  • Supported within HPEBladeSystem c-Class enclosures (Platinum for full 16 Gb/s internal speed)

  • Refurbished with 90-Day Warranty

  • Low-profile embedded form factor that simplifies cabling and cooling

Specification	Details
Model Number	C8S45B
Type	EmbeddedFibre Channel SAN Switch
Port Count	16
Port Speed	Auto-sensing 4 Gb/s, 8 Gb/s, 16 Gb/s
Aggregate Bandwidth	Up to 896 Gb/s full-duplex
ISL Trunking	Up to 8-port trunk; 128 Gb/s balanced throughput
Form Factor	BladeSystem C-Class plug-in module
Management Support	HPE OA, SIM, Storage Essentials, SAN Network Advisor, WebTools
Adaptive Networking Features	Fabric QoS, Traffic Isolation, Ingress Rate Limiting
Compatibility	HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosures (Platinum recommended for full speed)
Warranty	90-Day (Refurbished)
Condition	Refurbished
Environmental Design	Shared power, cooling and reduced cabling via embedded design