Simplify and make your data center change-ready.
The HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-port FC module offers enhanced Virtual Connect capabilities, allowing up to 128 virtual machines
running on the same physical server to access separate storage resources. Provisioned storage resource is associated directly to a
specific virtual machine - even if the virtual server is re-allocated within the BladeSystem; Storage management of virtual machines is
no longer limited by the single physical HBA on a server blade: SAN administrators can now manage virtual HBAs with the same
methods and viewpoint of physical HBAs. The HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-port Fibre Channel Module for the c-Class BladeSystem is the
simplest, most flexible connection to your SAN fabrics. The HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-port Fibre Channel Module simplifies server
connections by cleanly separating the server enclosure from SAN, simplifies SAN fabrics by reducing cables without adding switches to
the domain, and allows you to change servers in just minutes, not days.
Figure 1 HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20 Port Fibre Channel Module Front Bezel
1.
UID Indicator
4.
Link Status Indicator
2.
Module Health Indicator
5.
Port Activity Indicator
3.
Port Configuration Status Indicator
6.
Ports 1-4 (2,4, or 8Gb Fibre Channel)
What's New
Virtual Connect v4.01:
Auto negotiation with Nexus 5000 at 8Gb
Models
HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-port Fibre Channel Module for c-Class BladeSystem
572018-B21
QuickSpecs
HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-Port Fibre Channel Module for
c-Class BladeSystem
Overview
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Compatibility
HP BladeSystem ProLiant
and Integrity Servers
Compatible with HP ProLiant c-class Blade Servers (up to Generation 7) and HP Integrity c-class Blade
Servers supporting the QLogic QMH2462 4Gb FC HBA and Emulex LPe1105-HP 4Gb HBA.
Compatible with HP ProLiant c-class Blade Servers (G6 & G7) supporting Brocade 804 8Gb FC HBA,
QMH2562 8Gb FC HBA, and LPe1205 8Gb HBA.
Compatible with current release of HP ProLiant c-Class Generation 8 Blade Servers supporting the QLogic
QMH2572 8Gb FC HBA and Emulex LPe1205A 8Gb FC HBA.
For the latest additional information on required firmware versions and to download firmware upgrades,
see the HP website:
http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystemupdates
HP ProLiant and Integrity
BL c-Class
Server Blade Enclosures
The HP BladeSystem c3000 and c7000 Enclosures have been designed up front with the Virtual Connect
Architecture in mind incorporating the HP Onboard Administrator, ILO Management, and HP Management
tools inside the Virtual Connect framework.
NOTE:
HP Integrity BL8x0c i2 Server Blades require OA version 3.0 or later.
For the latest additional information on required firmware versions and to download firmware upgrades,
see the HP website:
http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystemupdates
Supported Configurations
HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure - Rear View
1.
Upper Fan System
5.
Interconnect Bays 7 / 8
2.
Interconnect Bays 1 /2
6.
On Board Administrator
3.
Interconnect Bays 3 / 4
7.
Lower Fan System
4.
Interconnect Bays 5 / 6
8.
Rear Redundant Power Complex
QuickSpecs
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c-Class BladeSystem
Supported Products
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HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure - Front View
1.
Device Bays 1 thru 8
4.
Insight Display
2.
Enclosure DVD Drive
5.
Active Onboard Administrator
3.
Standby Onboard Administrator (reserved for Future)
HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure - Rear View
1.
Local KVM interface (reserved for future)
7.
iLO/Onboard Administrator Port
2.
Interconnect Bay 1
8.
iLO/Onboard Administrator Port 2 (reserved for future)
3.
Active Cool Fans
9.
Power Supplies
4.
Interconnect Bay 2
10.
Interconnect Bay 4
5.
Enclosure Up-link and Service Port
11.
Interconnect Bay 3
6.
Enclosure Down-link
QuickSpecs
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c-Class BladeSystem
Supported Products
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Mezzanines
Port Mapping
Port mapping differs slightly between full height and half height server blades due to the support for
additional Mezzanine cards on the full height version.
HP has simplified the processes of mapping Mezzanine ports to switch ports by providing intelligent
management tools via the Onboard Administrator and HP Insight Manager Software. The Onboard
Administrator Guide, Enclosure Setup and Installation Guide provide detailed information on port
mapping.
c7000 Half Height Server Blade
c7000 Full Height Sever Blade
c3000 Half Height Server Blade
c3000 Full Height Sever Blade
The following are supported configurations for the HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-port Fibre Channel Module. Please note that other
interconnect options can be installed in the enclosure, but they do not inherit the benefits of Virtual Connect. Switches and Pass-Thru
modules will operate per their default configurations. Any moves, adds, or changes to servers which are connected to non-Virtual
Connect modules will require reconfiguration on the LAN and/or SAN. The Virtual Connect Manager will only manage Virtual Connect
Modules.
The HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-port Fibre Channel Module requires a Virtual Connect Ethernet Module installed in the system for
management and administration. The HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-port Fibre Channel Module requires VC Firmware version 4.01 or higher
with VC FC Firmware version 1.44.
QuickSpecs
HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-Port Fibre Channel Module for
c-Class BladeSystem
Supported Products
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HP Virtual Connect FW Package
HP 8Gb 24 Port Virtual Connect Fibre
Channel Module
(P/N 466482-B21)
8Gb 20 Port Virtual Connect Fibre Channel
Module
(P/N 572018-B21)
VC 1.34
Not Supported Not Supported
VC 2.01
Not Supported Not Supported
VC 2.10 (4Gb Edition)
Not Supported Not Supported
VC 2.10 (8Gb Edition)
VCM 2.10
Not Supported
VC-FC2 1.00
VC 2.3x
VCM 2.30 (8Gb 24-port Edition)
VCM 2.30 (4/8Gb 20-port Edition)
VC-FC2 1.01
VC-FC 1.40
VC 3.0x
VC-FC2 1.02
VC-FC 1.40
VC 4.0x
VC-FC2 1.05
VC-FC 1.44
HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure
NOTE:
The following tables show a number of typical, supported configurations for an HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure.
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] Other/empty
[Bay 5] Other/empty
[Bay 7] Other/empty
[Bay 2] Empty
[Bay 4] Other/empty
[Bay 6] Other/empty
[Bay 8] Other/empty
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] Other/empty
[Bay 5] Other/empty
[Bay 7] Other/empty
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] Other/empty
[Bay 6] Other/empty
[Bay 8] Other/empty
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] VC-Enet
[Bay 5] Other/empty
[Bay 7] Other/empty
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] VC-Enet
[Bay 6] Other/empty
[Bay 8] Other/empty
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] Other/empty
[Bay 5] VC-Enet
[Bay 7] Empty
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] Other/empty
[Bay 6] VC-Enet
[Bay 8] Empty
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] VC-FC
[Bay 5] Other/empty
[Bay 7] Other/empty
[Bay 2] Empty
[Bay 4] Empty
[Bay 6] Other/empty
[Bay 8] Other/empty
QuickSpecs
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Supported Products
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[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] VC-FC
[Bay 5] Other/empty
[Bay 7] Other/empty
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] VC-FC
[Bay 6] Other/empty
[Bay 8] Other/empty
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] VC-Enet
[Bay 5] VC-FC
[Bay 7] Empty
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] VC-Enet
[Bay 6] VC-FC
[Bay 8] Empty
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
*
[Bay 3] VC-Enet
[Bay 5] VC-FC
[Bay 7] VC-FC
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] VC-Enet
[Bay 6] VC-FC
[Bay 8] VC-FC
* This configuration is only applicable for enclosures with full-height servers.
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] VC-FC
[Bay 5] VC-Enet
[Bay 7] Empty
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] VC-FC
[Bay 6] VC-Enet
[Bay 8] Empty
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] VC-FC
[Bay 5] VC-Enet
[Bay 7] VC-Enet
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] VC-FC
[Bay 6] VC-Enet
[Bay 8] VC-Enet
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] Other/empty
[Bay 5] VC-FC
[Bay 7] Empty
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] Other/empty
[Bay 6] VC-FC
[Bay 8] Empty
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] VC-FC
[Bay 5] VC-FC
[Bay 7] Empty
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] VC-FC
[Bay 6] VC-FC
[Bay 8] Empty
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] VC-Enet
[Bay 5] VC-Enet
[Bay 7] VC-Enet
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] VC-Enet
[Bay 6] VC-Enet
[Bay 8] VC-Enet
QuickSpecs
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c-Class BladeSystem
Supported Products
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HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure
NOTE:
The following tables show a number of typical, supported configurations for an HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure.
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] Empty
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] Empty
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] VC-Enet
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] VC-Enet
[Bay 1] VC-Enet
[Bay 3] VC-FC
[Bay 2] VC-Enet
[Bay 4] VC-FC
Maximum Cable Distance (Meters) for Multi-mode Fiber Shortwave
Multi-mode Fiber Type
Fiber Channel Data Rate (Gbps)
OM1 OM2 OM3 OM4
8Gbps
21m 50m
150m 190m
4Gbps
70m
150m 380m 400m
2Gbps
150m 300m 500m
Stacking Configuration
Stacking is only supported on Virtual Connect Ethernet Modules. The Virtual Connect Fibre Channel
modules are managed via the Virtual Connect Ethernet Modules. The Virtual Connect firmware is
dynamically mirrored between modules so all configuration data is updated simultaneously in a stack.
Fibre Channel data packets are not transmitted between modules in a stacked configuration.
QuickSpecs
HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-Port Fibre Channel Module for
c-Class BladeSystem
Supported Products
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Product Features
Performance:
Allows up to 128 virtual machines running on the same physical server to access separate storage
SAN resources.
(4) 2, 4, 8Gb Auto-negotiating Fibre Channel uplinks connected to external SAN switches
(16) 1,2, 4 or 8Gb Auto-negotiating Fibre Channel downlink ports provide maximum HBA
performance
HBA Aggregation on uplinks ports using ANSI T11 standards-based N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV)
technology
Extremely low latency throughput provides switch-like performance.
Management:
Storage management of virtual machines is no longer limited by the single physical HBA on a server
blade
Managed with the Virtual Connect Ethernet Module
Does not add to SAN switch domains or require traditional SAN management
Appears as a pass-thru device to the SAN Manager
Virtual server profiles:
Provisioned storage resource is associated directly to a specific virtual machine - even if the virtual
server is re-allocated within the BladeSystem
Ability to pre-configure server I/O connections
Ability to move, add, or change servers on the fly
Once defined, SAN Administrators don't have to be involved in server changes
Options:
HP Virtual Connect Flex-10 Ethernet Module for c-Class BladeSystem
HP 1/10Gb-F Virtual Connect Ethernet Module for c-Class BladeSystem
8Gb Fibre Channel SFP+'s not included with the Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module
Virtual Connect Enterprise Manager
www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/virtualconnect
www.hp.com/go/vcem
QuickSpecs
HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-Port Fibre Channel Module for
c-Class BladeSystem
Standard Features
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Service and Support
HP Technology Services for Industry Standard Servers and BladeSystem
Capitalizing on HP ProLiant server and HP BladeSystem capabilities requires a service partner who
understands your increasingly complex business technology environment. That's why it makes sense to
team up with the people who know HP infrastructure hardware and software best - the experienced
professionals at HP Services.
Protect your business beyond warranty with HP Care Pack Services
HP Care Pack services offer complete care and support expertise with committed response choices
designed to meet your IT and business needs.
HP Foundation Care services offer scalable reactive support-packages for HP servers and software. You
can choose the type and level of service that is most suitable for your IT and business needs. HP Proactive
Care delivers high levels of system availability through proactive service management and advanced
technical response. HP Datacenter Care provides highly flexible environmental support to address unique
customer business needs.
Choose a recommended service appropriate to your product or contact your HP sales representative or
authorized HP ServiceOne partner for additional HP Care Pack services information.
Recommended HP Care Pack Services for your HP product
Optimized Care
3-Year HP 6 hour Call to Repair Response, Proactive Care
Combined reactive and proactive support for hardware and software helping optimize your systems and
delivering high levels of availability through proactive service management and advanced technical
response. Hardware problem resolution to return the hardware in operating condition within 6 hours of the
initial service request. A Technical Account Manager, as your single point of contact, will own your call or
issue end to end until resolved.
http://h20195.www2.hp.com/v2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA3-8855EEE.pdf
HP Installation and Startup Service for HP BladeSystem c-Class Infrastructure for c7000 enclosure
Provides for hardware installation (c-Class ProLiant and Integrity server blades, storage blades, Ethernet
Interconnects and Virtual Connect) and software installation and startup of a BladeSystem c7000
Infrastructure in a single enclosure including deployment of OS (two servers), HP Insight Control and
Server Deployment (formerly RDP).
http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA0-5964ENW.pdf
HP Installation and Startup Service for HP BladeSystem c-Class Enhanced Network
HP Provides for the configuration and testing of BladeSystem Ethernet interconnect switches and Virtual
Connect to facilitate proper implementation of network protocols and access to advanced features.
http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/4aa0-5969ENW.pdf
Standard Care
3-Year HP 24x7 4 hour response, Proactive Care Service
This service gives you combined reactive and proactive support including rapid access to our Advanced
Solution Center to manage and prevent problems and a Technical Support Specialist with a broad level of
technical knowledge that will engage with additional technical expertise as needed from HP's vast global
resources.
http://h20195.www2.hp.com/v2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA3-8855EEE.pdf
HP Installation and Startup Service for HP BladeSystem c-Class Infrastructure for c7000 enclosure
Provides for hardware installation (c-Class ProLiant and Integrity server blades, storage blades, Ethernet
Interconnects and Virtual Connect) and software installation and startup of a BladeSystem c7000
Infrastructure in a single enclosure including deployment of OS (two servers), HP Insight Control and
Server Deployment (formerly RDP).
QuickSpecs
HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-Port Fibre Channel Module for
c-Class BladeSystem
Service and Support, HP Care Pack and Warranty Information
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HP Installation and Startup Service for HP BladeSystem c-Class Enhanced Network
HP Provides for the configuration and testing of BladeSystem Ethernet interconnect switches and Virtual
Connect to facilitate proper implementation of network protocols and access to advanced features.
http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/4aa0-5969ENW.pdf
Related Services
HP Proactive Care Personalized Support - Environmental Option
The Personalized Support option provides an assigned Account Support Manager who can bring best
practices from across the industry plus extra technical skills to your IT team. This option is only available
as an add-on to HP Proactive Care Support.
HP Proactive Select Service
Provides a flexible way to purchase HP best-in-class consultancy and technical services. You can buy
Proactive Select Service Credits when you purchase your hardware and then use the credits over the next
12 months. http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA2-3842ENN.pdf
Additional HP Care Pack services can be found at:
http://www.hp.com/go/cpc
Insight Online/Insight
Remote Support
HP Insight Remote Support provides 24 X 7 remote monitoring, proactive notifications, and problem
resolution. This comes at no additional cost with your HP solution. Learn more about Insight Remote
Support http://www.hp.com/go/insightremotesupport and Insight Online
http://www.hp.com/go/insightonline
NOTE:
Insight Remote Support is a prerequisite for Proactive Care. All blades within a single HP
BladeSystem enclosure must be at the same service level.
HP Support Center
Personalized online support portal with access to information, tools and experts to support HP business
products. Submit support cases online, chat with HP experts, access support resources or collaborate with
peers. Learn more
http://www.hp.com/go/hpsc
HP's Support Center Mobile App allows you to resolve issues yourself or quickly connect to an agent for
live support. Now, you can get access to personalized IT support anywhere, anytime.
HP Insight Remote Support and HP Support Center are available at no additional cost with a HP warranty,
HP Care Pack or HP contractual support agreement.
NOTE:
HP Support Center Mobile App is subject to local availability.
Parts and materials
HP will provide HP-supported replacement parts and materials necessary to maintain the
covered hardware product in operating condition, including parts and materials for available
and recommended engineering improvements.
Parts and components that have reached their maximum supported lifetime and/or the
maximum usage limitations as set forth in the manufacturer's operating manual, product
quick-specs, or the technical product data sheet will not be provided, repaired, or replaced as
part of these services.
The defective media retention service feature option applies only to Disk or eligible SSD/Flash Drives
replaced by HP due to malfunction.
Warranty
Server Blade Interconnect Limited Warranty includes 1 year Parts, 1 year Labor, 1-year on-site
support. Additional information regarding worldwide limited warranty and technical support is available
at:
http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/platforms/warranty/index.html
For more information
To learn more on HP ProLiant servers and HP BladeSystem servers, please contact your HP sales
representative or HP Authorized Channel Partner. Or visit:
www.hp.com/services/bladesystem
QuickSpecs
HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-Port Fibre Channel Module for
c-Class BladeSystem
Service and Support, HP Care Pack and Warranty Information
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Optional Network
Cabling
Hardware
8Gb Optical Transceivers
(SFP+)
Short Wave
HP 8Gb Shortwave B-series Fibre Channel 1 Pack SFP+ Transceiver
AJ716B
HP 8Gb Short Wave Fibre Channel SFP+ 1 Pack
AJ718A
Long Wave
HP 8Gb Long Wave B-series 10km Fibre Channel 1 Pack SFP+ Transceiver
AJ717A
4Gb Optical Transceivers
(SFPs)
Short Wave
HP 4Gb Short Wave B-series Fibre Channel 1 Pack SFP Transceiver
AJ715A
Long Wave
HP 4Gb Long Wave B-series 30km Fibre Channel SFP Transceiver 1 Pack
AN211A
Service and Support
Offerings
NOTE:
HP Care Pack services for the c7000 and c3000 Enclosures cover the enclosure,
power supplies and fans. HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-Port Fibre Channel Modules for cClass BladeSystem are also covered by the c7000 and c3000 enclosures Care Pack
services
NOTE:
Some options, including Fibre Channel and InfiniBand switches for the HP c-Class
BladeSystem, are not covered under the c7000/c3000 enclosure Care Packs and carry
separate Care Packs. Care Pack service level support for these options should always be
uplifted to match existing storage or server service level.
Proactive Care Services for the c7000 Enclosure
HP 3 year 4 hour 24x7 c7000 Enclosure Proactive Care Service
U3C33E
HP 3 year 6 hour Call To Repair 24x7 c7000 Enclosure Proactive Care Service
U3C36E
HP 3 year 4 hour 24x7 c7000 Enclosure with Insight Control Proactive Care Service
U3P10E
HP 3 year 6 hour Call To Repair 24x7 c7000 Enclosure with Insight Control Proactive
Care Service
U3P13E
Proactive Care Services for the c3000 Enclosure
HP 3 year 4 hour 24x7 c3000 Enclosure Proactive Care Service
U3C42E
HP 3 year 6 hour Call To Repair 24x7 c3000 Enclosure Proactive Care Service
U3C45E
HP 3 year 4 hour 24x7 c3000 Enclosure with Insight Control Proactive Care Service
U3P19E
HP 3 year 6 hour Call To Repair 24x7 c3000 Enclosure with Insight Control Proactive
Care Service
U3P22E
HP Proactive Care Personalized Support (Environmental Option)
HP 3yr Provides annual personalized proactive supp for existing Proactive Care ISS
centric environmt
U6W98E
Installation & Start-up Services recommended for the c7000
HP Startup Blade System c-Class Infrastructure Service
HP Startup Blade System c-Class Enhanced Network Service
Installation & Start-up Services recommended for the c3000
HP Startup c3000 with Insight Control and Operating System and Server Blade Service
UF817E
HP Startup BladeSystem c3000 + Operating System Service
UF818E
QuickSpecs
HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-Port Fibre Channel Module for
c-Class BladeSystem
Related Options
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HP Startup BladeSystem c3000 Enclosed Network Service
UF814E
Additional HP Care Pack services can be found at:
http://www.hp.com/go/cpc
QuickSpecs
HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-Port Fibre Channel Module for
c-Class BladeSystem
Related Options
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Shipping Dimensions
Length
352.55mm (13.88 in)
Width
270.00mm (10.63 in)
Height
120.65mm (4.75 in)
Shipping Weight
2.0Kg (4.4 lbs)
Product Specifications
Hardware
Performance
Up to 1600 MBps throughput per port
Maximum frame size 2148 bytes (2112 byte payload)
Bandwidth
106 MB, Full Duplex @ 1-Gbps
212 MB, Full Duplex @ 2-Gbps
426 MB, Full Duplex @ 4-Gbps
852 MB, Full Duplex @ 8-Gbps
Aggregate Bandwidth
Up to 17.04 GB, Full Duplex
Fabric Latency
(intra-
switch)
1-Gbps to 1-Gbps < 0.6 µsec
2-Gbps to 2-Gbps < 0.4 µsec
4-Gbps to 4-Gbps < 0.2 µsec
8-Gbps to 8-Gbps < 0.2 µsec
Number of Fibre Channel
Ports
4 external 2/4/8-Gbps ports
16 internal 1/2/4/8-Gbps ports
External Port Type
Configured as Node Port (N_Port),
2Gb, 4Gb or 8Gb auto- negotiating SFP ports
Internal Port Type
Configured as Fabric Port (F_Port),
1Gb, 2Gb, 4Gb or 8Gb auto- negotiating ports
Classes of Service
Class 2 and Class 3 Fibre Channel services
Scalability
Does not contribute to the total switch limit. See the SAN Design Guide for
latest supported configurations.
Buffer Credits
16 buffer credits per port, ASIC embedded memory
Connectors and Cabling
SFP optical hot-pluggable transceiver with LC connector
Short-Wavelength Laser (SWL) up to 500m (1,640 ft)
Long-Wavelength Laser (LWL) up to10km
Indicators
Module locator (UID)
Module status
Link and Activity
Port Configuration Status
Dimensions
Length
10.5in (267.7mm)
Width
7.5 in (92.79mm)
Height
1.1 in (27.94mm)
Weight
1.27 kg (2.8 Lbs)
Environmental Ranges
Specification
10C to 35C (50F to 95F)
Temperature Range
Operating
10C to 35C (50F to 95F)
Shipping
-40C to 60C (-40F to 140F)
Storage
-20°C to 60°C (-4F to 140°F)
Maximum wet bulb
temperature
30C (80F)
QuickSpecs
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c-Class BladeSystem
Technical Specifications
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Relative humidity
(noncondensing)
Operating
10% to 90%
Shipping
10% to 90%
Storage
10% to 95%
Specification
10C to 35C (50F to 95F)
Power Specification
12V @ 3A (36 W)
Product Specifications
Software
Industry Standard NPIV
Support
The Virtual Connect Fibre Channel module works by aggregating multiple FC
HBA ports over a single N-port uplink through the use of N_port_ID
virtualization (NPIV). NPIV allows multiple distinguishable identities (multiple
port WWNs and port IDs) over a single N-port connection. Most Fibre Channel
SAN switch vendors have support for NPIV in their latest firmware release. By
conforming to the NPIV standard, SAN equipment interoperability simplified.
The Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module Provides basic 4:1, 8:1, or 16:1 NPIV
Fibre Channel concentration.
Data Center Connectivity
Each Virtual Connect Fibre Channel module supports up to 4 SAN fabrics and is
typically connected to a Fibre Channel switch that has been configured to run
in NPIV mode. The 4 uplink ports are speed selectable from 2, 4, or 8Gb/s.
The setup wizard allows SAN administrators to name the fabric that servers
will connect into and set the oversubscription rate. Fibre Channel boot
parameters and WWN administration are configurable options that can be
integrated into server profiles.
In an NPIV environment, there is an initial brief login function between the
Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module and the data center switch. Once
completed, all HBA connections appear as though they are directly connected
between the server and the SAN switch. The Virtual Connect Fibre Channel
Module appears as a pass-thru device to the SAN, yet cables are reduced as
high as 16:1
Management Features
An HP 1/10Gb Virtual Connect Module must be present in order to configure
the VC FC Modules. This provides a complete Virtual Connect Environment for
the server connections.
Simple and intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI) for defining, configuring,
and managing all elements of the Virtual Connect Domain.
Setup Wizards for initial domain installation and configuration and network
and SAN configuration.
Comprehensive administration, definition, and management of Ethernet
Networks, Shared Uplink Sets using VLANS, SAN Fabric management, and
Server Profiles
Domain Management of user accounts, enclosure, Virtual Connect domain
settings, and firmware updates
QuickSpecs
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c-Class BladeSystem
Technical Specifications
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The location and status of Virtual Connect Modules in the HP c-Class Enclosure
and Onboard Administrator can be viewed from the Hardware Status page.
Including at-a-glance detailed information of the hardware elements via
mouse-over pop-up windows.
WWN Address Administration allows local administration of predefined WWN
addresses ranges to allow pre-provisioning of SAN volumes.
VC manager runs as a high-availability pair when HP 1/10Gb VC-Ethernet
Modules are installed in adjacent bays. All configuration data is stored in flash
memory and check-pointed to the standby module. Configurations can also be
backed up to a workstation via the GUI.
Management and
Standards Support
Standards
ANCI T11 N_Port ID Virtualization
FC-PH Rev. 4.3
FC-PH-2
FC-PH-3
FC-AL Rev 4.6
FC-AL-2 Rev 7.0
FC-FLA
FC-GS
FC-GS-2
FC-GS-3
FC-FG
FC-VI
FC Element MIB RFC 2837
Fibre Alliance MIB Version 4.0
Safety and
Compliance
Safety Certifications
UL/CUL Recognition to UL/CSA 60950-1
TUV to EN 60950-1
CB report and certificate to IEC 60950-1 with all country deviations
CE Marking
Electromagnetic
Emissions Certifications
FCC Part 15 Class A
FCC Part 15 Class A
EN 55022 Class A (CISPR22 Class A)
VCCI Class A
AS/NZS 3548 Class A or AS/NZS CISPR22 Class A
MIC Class A
CE Marking
QuickSpecs
HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-Port Fibre Channel Module for
c-Class BladeSystem
Technical Specifications
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Environment-friendly
Products and Approach
End-of-life Management
and Recycling
Hewlett-Packard offers end-of-life HP product return, trade-in, and recycling
programs in many geographic areas. For trade-in information, please go to:
http://www.hp.com/go/green
. To recycle your product, please go to:
http://www.hp.com/go/green
or contact your nearest HP sales office.
Products returned to HP will be recycled, recovered or disposed of in a
responsible manner.
The EU WEEE directive (2002/95/EC) requires manufacturers to provide
treatment information for each product type for use by treatment facilities.
This information (product disassembly instructions) is posted on the Hewlett
Packard web site at:
http://www.hp.com/go/green
. These instructions may be
used by recyclers and other WEEE treatment facilities as well as HP OEM
customers who integrate and re-sell HP equipment.
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The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and
services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial
errors or omissions contained herein.
QuickSpecs
HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-Port Fibre Channel Module for
c-Class BladeSystem
Technical Specifications
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