{"product_id":"hpe-brocade-16gb-24-fibre-channel-san-switch-module-k2q84ar","title":"HPE Brocade 16Gb\/24 Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE Brocade 16Gb\/24 Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for HPE Synergy\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBrocade 16Gb\/24 Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module\u003c\/strong\u003e is purpose-built for enterprises deploying HPE Synergy composable infrastructure who need high-performance \u003cstrong\u003e16 Gb\/s Fibre Channel connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e without sacrificing rack space. This embedded 24-port switch module hot-plugs directly into the HPE Synergy Frame 12000, delivering scalable storage area network (SAN) fabric performance while consolidating power, cooling, and cabling infrastructure. Ideal for data centers modernizing their storage networks with composable, software-defined architectures, this module enables seamless Fibre Channel fabric expansion within unified Synergy environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24-port \u003cstrong\u003e16 Gb\/s Fibre Channel\u003c\/strong\u003e connectivity for high-speed SAN fabric deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot-plug design integrates directly into HPE Synergy Frame 12000 without external rack mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShared power and cooling infrastructure reduces operational complexity and energy consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports scalable, high-performance Fibre Channel fabrics for enterprise storage networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbedded architecture minimizes cabling requirements and improves data center efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative integration with HPE Synergy composable infrastructure management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables flexible, modular SAN connectivity for dynamic workload environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre Channel SAN Switch Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre Channel Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 Gb\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmbedded module for HPE Synergy Frame 12000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHot-plug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShared Synergy Frame infrastructure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShared Synergy Frame infrastructure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eK2Q84AR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPE Synergy composable infrastructure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Fibre Channel SAN switch module used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eFibre Channel SAN switch module\u003c\/strong\u003e provides high-speed connectivity between servers and storage systems in a storage area network. The Brocade 16Gb\/24 module enables 24 ports of 16 Gb\/s Fibre Channel connectivity, allowing enterprises to build scalable, high-performance SAN fabrics within HPE Synergy environments for mission-critical data center operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the hot-plug design benefit HPE Synergy deployments?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hot-plug architecture allows the \u003cstrong\u003e16Gb\/24 Fibre Channel switch module\u003c\/strong\u003e to be inserted or removed from the HPE Synergy Frame 12000 without powering down the system. This eliminates downtime during upgrades, maintenance, or reconfigurations, while the embedded design frees valuable rack space and leverages shared power and cooling resources for improved infrastructure efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Brocade 16Gb\/24 module compatible with existing Fibre Channel SANs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the \u003cstrong\u003eBrocade 16Gb\/24 module\u003c\/strong\u003e supports industry-standard 16 Gb\/s Fibre Channel protocols, enabling seamless integration with existing SAN fabrics. When deployed within HPE Synergy, it provides native composable infrastructure management while maintaining compatibility with standard Fibre Channel storage and server connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this module ideal for composable infrastructure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE Synergy Fibre Channel switch module\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for composable infrastructure by eliminating separate networking appliances. Its embedded design, shared infrastructure resources, and hot-plug capability enable dynamic, software-defined SAN fabric provisioning that adapts to changing workload demands without traditional hardware constraints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41710715863115,"sku":"K2Q84AR","price":14949.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/HPE-Brocade-16Gb24-Fibre-Channel-SAN-Switch-Module.jpg?v=1787317781","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.com\/products\/hpe-brocade-16gb-24-fibre-channel-san-switch-module-k2q84ar","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}