HPE466482-B21

Virtual Connect 24-Port 8Gb Fibre Channel Switch Module

The HPE466482-B21 Virtual Connect module is a 24-port 8 Gb Fibre Channel Switch designed for HPEBladeSystem c-Class environments. It enables streamlined SAN connectivity by consolidating connections and reducing cabling while delivering high-performance Fibre Channel Switchat 8 Gbps per port. Ideal for data centers and SAN-focused deployments, it simplifies management by acting as a pass-through yet offering switching fabric, enabling server-to-storage communication without external SAN switches. The module improves flexibility and adaptability by separating blade servers from direct SAN dependencies, helping network administrators scale and manage resources more effortlessly.

Features

This plug-in expansion module integrates directly into the blade chassis, offering 24 internal Fibre Channel Switch ports that map to server blade bay connections. It supports FC-AL and related Fibre Channel Switchstandards across 8 Gbps links. The switch module operates within the enclosure and communicates via the backplane, eliminating the need for external switches for SAN traffic routing. It supports auto-negotiation, port status indicators, and manageability features to monitor network health and performance with ease The module is hot-swappable and designed to simplify changeovers of server blades without disrupting SAN connectivity. Ideal for blade-centric SAN deployments, it helps reduce rack space, power consumption, and cabling complexity by managing fibre connectivity within the HPEBladeSystem chassis.

Advanced Options

The Virtual Connect FC module is engineered for reliable Fibre Channel Switchcommunication within the blade chassis. Supporting up to 8.5 Gbps per port, it delivers high-throughput connectivity according to SAN performance requirements Its integrated design minimizes cable complexity and thermal load by consolidating switching inside the chassis, leading to efficient operations.

Product Key Features

• 24 internal 8 Gb Fibre Channel Switch ports
  

• Compact plug-in module for HPEBladeSystem c-Class chassis
  

• Built-in switching fabric without external SAN hardware
  

• Hot-swappable, manageable module with port/status indicators
  

• FC-AL and related Fibre Channel Switch protocol support
  

• Simplifies cabling and reduces rack footprint

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Reliability & Performance

Hot-swappable and manageable, the module allows administrators to install or replace components without downtime. Internal sensors and indicators provide visibility into port links and module health. By reducing dependency on external switch infrastructure, it streamlines deployments and enhances data center reliability and scalability.

Key Features :

• 24 × 8 Gb Fibre Channel Switch internal ports

• Plug-in module for c-Class blade chassis

• Integrated internal switching fabric

• Hot-swappable architecture

• Manageable with status and link indicators

• Supports FC-AL and other FC protocols

• Reduces cabling, power, and space needs

• Ideal for in-chassis SAN connectivity

• Auto-negotiation and link monitoring

• Simplifies SAN infrastructure

Specification	Details
Model Number	466482-B21
Product Type	Fibre Channel SwitchModule (in-chassis)
Ports	24 × internal 8 Gb Fibre Channel Switch
Data Rate	Up to 8.5 Gbps per port
Fibre Standards	FC-AL, FC-FG, FC-PH, FC-GS (variousFibre Channel Switchprotocols)
Form Factor	Plug-in module for c-Class BladeSystem
Hot-Swappable	Yes
Manageability	Port status, link activity, module locator LEDs
Interfaces	Internal backplane connectivity
Compatibility	HPEc-Class BladeSystem Enclosures
Module Dimensions	Approx. 10.55″ × 3.66″ × 1.1″
Weight	~2.8 lbs (~1.27 kg)
Operating Temp	~10-35 °C typical
Humidity Range	10-90 % relative humidity
Power & Cooling	Internal chassis power; passive airflow via bladesystem