AK242A — HP 8/20q Fibre Channel Switch

✓ Government record, cited

HPE · MRO · MRO_GENERAL

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

AK242A: HP 8/20q Fibre Channel Switch.

HP simplifies SANs by combining 8 Gbps Fibre Channel performance with a complete SAN management system. Your future is protected today with an infrastructure capable of supporting emerging technologies at today's 4 Gbps prices. The HP 8Gb SAN Connection software makes installing your first SAN (or your hundredth) easy.

An entire SAN may now be deployed in minutes. SAN novices and seasoned experts will appreciate the simplicity and power of the included SAN Connection Manager (SCM) software. SCM works seamlessly with both HP P6000/EVA and HP P2000/MSA to quickly handle common cross-platform management and maintenance tasks as well as create LUNs.

The 8Gb Simple SAN Connection Kit consists of the 8/20q 8 Gbps switch, four 81Q HBAs, and SCM – along with all the cables, 8 Gbps SFPs and documentation you need. The 8/20q switch and Connection Kit offer enterprise-class functionality and value. This part is cataloged in the U.S.

Government catalog under NSN 7025-01-596-6020, indicating validated use in U.S. government and defense logistics supply chains.

WHERE IT FITS

MRO→ MRO_GENERAL→ AK242A

NSN: 7025-01-596-6020
FSC: 7025 — Information Technology Input/output and Storage Devices
CAGE: 28480 — HEWLETT-PACKARD COMPANY DBA HP (USA)

SPECIFICATIONS

unit_design	DESK TOP
interface_type	DB9 AND RJ45
part_name_assigned_by_controlling_agency	FIBRE CHANNEL SWITCH
NSN	7025-01-596-6020

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COMPONENT DIAGRAM

KEY FEATURES

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INTERFACE TYPE: DB9 AND RJ45

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UNIT DESIGN: DESK TOP

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS

Data center top-of-rack switching
High-speed server interconnects (10G/25G/40G/100G)
Storage network fabric (iSCSI, FCoE)
Campus and branch network infrastructure
Firewall and security appliance connectivity
WAN edge and SD-WAN deployments

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

INTERFACE TYPE	DB9 AND RJ45
PART NAME ASSIGNED BY CONTROLLING AGENCY	FIBRE CHANNEL SWITCH
UNIT DESIGN	DESK TOP

OTHER ITEMS IN FSC 7025 — Information Technology Input/output and Storage Devices

Items in the same Federal Supply class. No interchangeability or substitution relationship is implied.

7025-00-001-2681 7025-00-001-5588 7025-00-001-6998 7025-00-001-6999 7025-00-001-7000 7025-00-001-7025 7025-00-001-7026 7025-00-001-7027

SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 2

HP STORAGEWORKS 8/20Q 16 PORTSame NSN cross-reference

Same NSN cross-reference

Also cataloged under this NSN

465714-001CompatiblePARTNER

HP FC H-Series 8/20q 1U Switch (16-Ports Active)

compatible

LIFECYCLE

NSN statusActive· U.S. Government catalog

No demilitarization required

THIS PART SUBSTITUTES FOR 1

465714-001SUBSTITUTE

HP FC H-Series 8/20q 1U Switch (16-Ports Active)

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is AK242A?

AK242A is a HP 8/20q Fibre Channel Switch manufactured by HPE. It is classified as a MRO (MRO_GENERAL).

What parts can replace AK242A?

There are 2 known substitutes for AK242A: HP STORAGEWORKS 8/20Q 16 PORT, 465714-001. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.

What is the NSN for AK242A?

AK242A is cataloged in the U.S. Government catalog under NSN 7025-01-596-6020. This indicates validated use in U.S. government and defense supply chains.

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