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Overview
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HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-Port Fibre Channel Module for c-Class BladeSystem |
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| Simplify and make your data center
change-ready. The HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-port Fibre Channel Module for
BladeSystem c-Class is the next-generation successor to the current HP 4Gb
Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module with enhanced support for server side
NPIV. The new 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. |
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| 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) |
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| What's New |
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Virtual Connect v3.00:
Virtual Connect v3.01:
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| At A Glance |
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Performance:
Management:
Virtual server profiles:
Options:
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| HP Virtual Connect 8Gb Fibre Channel Module for c-Class BladeSystem |
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Supported Products
| Compatibility | |
| HP BladeSystem ProLiant and Integrity Servers |
HP ProLiant and Integrity Servers: |
| 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. |
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HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure - Rear
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| 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 |
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HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure - Front
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| 1. | Device Bays 1 thru 8 | 4. | Insight Display |
| 2. | Enclosure DVD Drive | 5. | Active Onboard Administrator |
| 3. | Standby Onboard Administrator (reserved for Future) | ||
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HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure - Rear
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| 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 | ||
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| 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. |
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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 2.30 or higher with VC FC Firmware version 1.40. Following are more details. NOTE: HP Integrity BL860c i2, BL870c i2, BL890c i2 require VC Firmware 3.0 or higher. |
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| 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 |
| [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 |
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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 |
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| 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. |
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Service and Support, HP Care Pack and Warranty Information
| Service and Support |
This product is covered by a global limited warranty and supported by
HP Services and a worldwide network of HP Authorized Channel Partners.
Hardware diagnostic support and repair is available for three years from
date of purchase. Support for software and initial setup is available
for 90 days from date of purchase. Additional support may be covered under
the warranty or available for an additional fee. Enhancements to warranty
services are available through HP Care Pack services or customized service
agreements.
Enhanced Service - optimize service level to increase IT performance and availability.
Installation & Start-Up service for HP BladeSystem Infrastructure
plus HP BladeSystem Enhanced Network Installation and Start-UP as per
the Customer Description and/or Data Sheet. To be delivered on a scheduled
basis 8am-5pm, M-F, excluding HP holidays. |
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Related Options
| Optional Network Cabling |
Hardware | |
| 8Gb Optical Transceivers (SFP+) | Short Wave 8Gb - 75m |
AJ718A |
| 4Gb Optical Transceivers (SFP) | Short Wave 4Gb - 150m |
A7446B |
| Long Wave - 10 km | AE493A | |
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Optical cables |
LC-LC for between 2/4/8Gb and 2/4/8Gb Fibre Channel devices | |
| HP 2 m LC-LC Multi-Mode OM2 Fibre Channel Cable | 221692-B21 | |
| HP 5 m LC-LC Multi-Mode OM2 Fiber Optic Cable | 221692-B22 | |
| HP 15 m LC-LC Multi-Mode OM2 Fiber Optic Cable | 221692-B23 | |
| HP 30 m LC-LC Multi-Mode OM2 Fiber Optic Cable | 221692-B26 | |
| HP 50 m LC-LC Multi-Mode OM2 Fiber Optic Cable | 221692-B27 | |
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| Service and Support Offerings | NOTE: The HP Care Pack service part numbers below for ProLiant BL c-Class server blades, cover the server blade and all HP branded hardware options qualified for the server, purchased at the same time or afterwards, internal to the server. | |
| Hardware Services On-site Service | ||
| 4-Hour On-site Service, 5-Day x 13-Hour Coverage, 3 Years, Electronic | UE458E | |
| 4-Hour On-site Service, 7-Day x 24-Hour Coverage, 3 Years, Electronic | UE459E | |
| 6-Hour Call to Repair, On-site Service, 7-Day x 24-Hour Coverage, 3 Years, Electronic | UE460E | |
| Support Plus 24 | ||
| Onsite HW support 24x7, 4hr response and Microsoft O/S SW Tech support offsite, onsite at HP's discretion, 24x7 2hr response time incl. HP holidays, Electronic | UE473E | |
| NOTE: HP Care Pack services for the c7000 and c3000 Enclosure cover the enclosure, power supplies and fans. HP qualified rack options are covered by these services when installed within the same rack. HP supported c-Class enclosure devices including pass thru, Ethernet interconnect and virtual connect modules are also covered by the c7000 and c3000 enclosure Care Pack services. | ||
| NOTE: SAN/Fabric switches for the HP c-Class BladeSystem are not covered under the c7000 and c3000 enclosure Care Packs, SAN/Fabric switches carry separate Care Packs. SAN/Fabric Switch Care Pack service level support should always be uplifted to match existing storage or server service level. | ||
| Hardware Services On-site Service | ||
| Next Business Day On-site Service,
5-Day x 9-Hour Coverage, 3 Years, Electronic NOTE: Uplifts the Ethernet devices to the same level of service as the c-class enclosure. |
UE477E | |
| 4-Hour On-site Service, 5-Day x 13-Hour Coverage, 3 Years, Electronic | UE478E | |
| 4-Hour On-site Service, 7-Day x 24-Hour Coverage, 3 Years, Electronic | UE479E | |
| 6-Hour Call to Repair, On-site Service, 7-Day x 24-Hour Coverage, 3 Years, Electronic | UE480E | |
| Installation & Start-up Services | ||
| Hp BladeSystem c-Class Infrastructure Installation and Startup Service, Electronic | UE602E | |
| HP BladeSystem Enhanced Network Installation and Startup Service, Electronic | UE603E | |
| ProLiant BL c-Class Blade Server Hardware Installation, Electronic | UE493E | |
| ProLiant BL c-Class Enclosure and Server Blade Hardware Installation, Electronic | UE494E | |
| NOTE: For more information, customer/resellers can contact http://www.hp.com/services/bladesystemservices |
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Technical Specifications
| Shipping Dimensions | Length | 352.55mm (13.88 in) | |
| Width | 270.00mm (10.63 in) | ||
| Height | 120.65mm (4.75 in) | ||
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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) |
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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 |
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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 |
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| Number of Fibre Channel Ports | 4 external 2/4/8-Gbps
ports 16 internal 1/2/4/8-Gbps ports |
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| External Port Type | Configured as Node
Port (N_Port), 2Gb, 4Gb or 8Gb auto- negotiating SFP ports |
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| Internal Port Type | Configured as Fabric
Port (F_Port), 1Gb, 2Gb, 4Gb or 8Gb auto- negotiating ports |
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| 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 |
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| Indicators | Module locator (UID) Module status Link and Activity Port Configuration Status |
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| 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) | ||
| 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) | ||
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| 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 |
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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. |
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| 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 |
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| 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 | ||
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| 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 | |
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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. |
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