HP 283288-001 Hp310 Fiber Channel Loop Switch

Overview
The HP 310 Fiber Channel Loop Switch (part number 283288-001) is a compact, high-performance networking component designed to simplify and accelerate storage area network (SAN) connectivity. Engineered for reliability and low latency, this loop switch provides seamless integration with HP storage arrays and servers, delivering fast data transfer rates and robust fault tolerance in a small form factor.

Key Features

• Supports up to 8 ports of 2 Gbps Fibre Channel for high-speed data paths
• Plug-and-play installation with hot-swap capability to minimize downtime
• Built-in loop management and automatic topology detection for easy configuration
• Low power consumption and heat generation for efficient data centre operation
• Compatible with HP 3PAR, StoreVirtual and other leading SAN platforms

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: 283288-001
• Interface: Fibre Channel (FC) loop
• Port Speed: 2 Gbps per port
• Number of Ports: 8
• Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable
• Power Input: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 deg C (32 to 104 deg F)
• Operating Humidity: 5 to 95 percent non-condensing
• MTBF: 200,000 hours

Applications
The HP 310 Fibre Channel Loop Switch is ideal for:

• Enterprise SAN environments requiring reliable, high-speed connectivity between servers and storage arrays
• Virtualised data centres that need low latency links for mission-critical workloads
• Small to medium businesses looking to expand their Fibre Channel infrastructure without adding complex routing equipment
• Disaster recovery sites where quick, hot-swap installation helps maintain continuous data availability

By integrating the HP 310 Loop Switch into your storage network, you gain a scalable solution that enhances performance, simplifies management, and supports future growth with confidence.