HP B-Series User Manual

The HP StorageWorks Core Switch 2/64 is a 2 Gb Fibre Channel core Fabric Switch that delivers high availability in a modular 14U
enclosure, providing a foundation for an enterprise SAN that integrates seamlessly into an always-on Internet infrastructure. Scaling
from 32-ports to 128-ports, the dual 64-port Core Switch 2/64 introduces new functionality via third-generation ASIC, which
enables deployment of advanced fabric services via the Fabric OS.
The Core Switch 2/64 offers complete hardware redundancy with hot swap components. It comes with Advanced Zoning, and Web
Tools. The Core Switch 2/64 can seamlessly connect to either 1 Gb or 2 Gb SAN devices by auto-sensing and speed-matching the
Fibre Channel devices attached to it on a port-by-port basis. The Power Pack provides the SAN administrator with the tools to
monitor the health and performance of the network. The Power Pack is available pre-configured on the switch or as an upgrade.
The Power Pack provides the SAN administrator with the necessary tools to monitor the health and performance of the network, while
also ensuring the highest levels of security, scalability and manageability. Available pre-configured on the switch or as an upgrade,
Power Pack also provides the foundation for integration into HP OpenView Storage Area Manager (SAM), enabling infrastructure
management through a single-pane-of-glass. The Power Pack tools can be ordered separately, as well.
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Overview
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HP B-Series Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	B-Series
Category	Switch
Language	English

Summary

Overview

Key Features and Benefits

Models

Configuration Support

High-availability Features

Advanced Fabric Services

Power and Packaging

Software Components, Standard

Frame Filtering

ASIC capability enabling new applications, viewing first 64-bytes of Fibre Channel frame.

Advanced Zoning

Hardware enforcement of WWN Zoning and Access Control for fabric organization and security.

Product Highlights

Web Tools

Monitor and manage SAN fabrics via Java-capable web browser from any location.

Fabric Manager v3 to v4.1.1 Upgrade

License upgrade for Fabric Manager v3 to v4.1.1, optional for Core Switch 2/64.

Secure Fabric OS

Provides security for management access and switch-to-switch authentication on B-Series.

Software Components, Optional

Service and Support, HP Care Pack, and Warranty Information

Warranty

One-year on-site hardware warranty (8x5, NBD), includes firmware and embedded software.

HP Service & Warranty Support

Additional warranty protection and installation packages available.

Software Product Services

Includes stand-alone telephone support, license rights, and media updates.

Hardware Product Services

Includes installation, on-site maintenance, and response time upgrades.

HP Care Pack Services Warranty Upgrade Options

Options for response, coverage extension, and duration.

HP Care Pack Information

Additional Services

Family Information

Configuration Information

Step 1 - Base Configuration and PowerPak

Selection of base configuration options for the Core Switch 2/64.

Step 2 - Additional Port Configurations

Options for adding core switch blades and optional software bundles.

Step 3 - Additional Options

Selection of optical transceivers for connectivity.

2 Gb optical cables

Fibre Channel Standards And Revisions

Technical Specifications

Fibre Channel ports

Specifies the total number of universal Fibre Channel ports.

Control processor

Details on the redundant control processor modules.

Scalability

Information on the full fabric architecture and its scalability.

Performance

Line speed, duplex, and port speed auto-sensing capabilities.

Certified maximum

Links to SAN Design Guide for certified maximums.

Interoperability

Lists compatible SAN switches.

Switch core

Describes the non-blocking architecture.

Fabric latency

Specifies fabric latency with no contention.

Hardware options

Details on 16-port blades and SFP media.

Aggregate bandwidth

Total aggregate bandwidth per ISL trunk.

ISL Trunking

Optional ISL Trunking capabilities.

Switch latency

Specifies switch latency at 2 Gb.

Maximum frame size

Details the maximum frame payload size.

Frame buffers

Specifies the number of frame buffers.

Classes of service

Lists supported classes of service.

Port types

Describes supported port types.

Data traffic types

Supported data traffic types (unicast, multicast).

Media types

Supported media types for optical transceivers.

Laser

Information on laser types and distances.

Fabric services

Lists available fabric services.

High Availability

Details on redundant components and automatic failover.

Modules

Hot swappable

Indicates hot-swappable module capability.

Backplane

Describes the passive backplane.

Input power

Details dual AC input power.

Chassis power

Specifies redundant power supply modules.

Cooling

Information on blower assembly modules.

Management

Management access

Lists management access methods: Telnet, SNMP, Web Tools, Ethernet, serial ports.

Diagnostics

Details POST and embedded online/offline diagnostics.

Supported software

Mechanical Specifications

Mounting

Rackmountability in standard 19-inch EIA rack.

Ports per rack

Maximum ports per 42U rack.

Enclosure

Describes rear panel-to-door airflow.

Dimensions

Provides height, width, and depth specifications.

Weight

Specifies the weight range of the unit.

Environment

Temperature

Operating temperature range.

Humidity

Operating humidity range.

Altitude

Maximum operating altitude.

Shock

Shock specifications.

Vibration

Vibration specifications.

Power

Heat dissipation

Total heat dissipation when fully loaded.

Supported power range

Nominal, operational, and minimum power input specifications.

In-rush current

Maximum in-rush current specifications.

Frequency

Supported power frequency range.