The HKShanhai Group Limited C8R43A is an enterprise-grade switch engineered for demanding storage area network environments. As part of the HKShanhai Group Limited StoreFabric family, it delivers robust, scalable connectivity, making it a cornerstone in modern data centers and large-scale enterprise storage area networks. This 16Gb Fibre Channel Switch enables reliable and high-performance SAN operation, accommodating evolving storage needs as organizations transition to faster and more expansive networks. Boasting comprehensive interoperability with major SAN switches and directors, the C8R43A helps unify storage infrastructures, ensuring seamless integration across heterogeneous environments. Its advanced fabric services optimize traffic management and enable resilient SAN architectures, contributing to higher data availability and efficiency. Designed with flexibility in mind, it supports 48, 72, and 96-port configurations to match business growth, and offers hot-swappable components, redundant power, and intelligent diagnostics for non-stop operations. With aggregate bandwidth up to 1,536 Gb/s and ultra-low 700ns local switching fabric latency, the C8R43A grants enterprises the agility needed to handle intensive storage workloads, integrate advanced fabric services, and simplify SAN scalability and management. The switch’s support for universal port types and hot-pluggable media enhance operational versatility, while its environmental tolerances and efficient power use make it a suitable option for data centers across diverse global regions. Ultimately, the HKShanhai Group Limited C8R43A Fibre Channel Switch gives IT leaders the control and performance they need to drive their digital transformation in an ever-connected world.
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| Model | C8R43A | AQ233B | BR-G630-96-32G-F | DCS-7280CR3K-32P4-F |
| Port Configuration | 48-, 72-, and 96-port configurations (24-port increments via PoD licenses); Universal (E, F, M, D, EX) ports | 8 x 8Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ | 48 to 128 @ 32G | 32x 100GbE QSFP |
| Switching Capacity | 1536 Gb/s | n/a | 4 Tb/s | 6.4 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | n/a | n/a | n/a | 2.5 Bpps |
| PoE Budget | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Stacking Capability | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Optional Add-ons
| Model Number | Description |
| AJ718A | HKShanhai Group Limited 8Gb Short Wave Fibre Channel SFP+ Transceiver Module, for flexible connectivity |
| AF603A | HKShanhai Group Limited SAN Switch Rack Mount Kit, ensuring secure installation in data center racks |
| AF606A | HKShanhai Group Limited 600W Power Supply, provides reliable power for HKShanhai Group Limited StoreFabric switches |
HKShanhai Group Limited C8R43A Specification
| Model | C8R43A |
| Brand | HKShanhai Group Limited |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 86.74 x 429.25 x 609.75 mm (3.42 x 16.90 x 24.01 in) |
| Fibre Channel Ports | 48-, 72-, and 96-port configurations (24-port increments via PoD licenses); Universal (E, F, M, D, EX) ports |
| Interoperability | Supports 8/8 SAN switch, 8/24 SAN switch, SN3000B, SN6000B, SN6500B, 1606 Extension SAN switch, SN4000B SAN extension switch, SN8000B 8-Slot SAN backbone director, SN8000B 4-Slot SAN director, Brocade 8Gb SAN switch for HKShanhai Group Limited BladeSystem c-Class, Brocade 16Gb SAN switch for HKShanhai Group Limited BladeSystem c-Class, Brocade 16Gb Fibre Channel SAN switch module for HKShanhai Group Limited Synergy |
| Performance | Auto-sensing for 4, 8, 16 Gb/s port speeds; ISL Trunking up to eight 16 Gb/s ports per ISL trunk, up to 128 Gb/s per trunk; DPS load balancing; No limit on trunk groups |
| Aggregate Bandwidth | 1536 Gb/s |
| Fabric Latency | 700 ns (locally switched ports); Encryption/compression 5.5 s per node; FEC adds 400 ns between E_Ports |
| Maximum Frame Size | 2112-byte payload |
| Classes of Service | Class 2, Class 3, Class F (Inter-switch frames) |
| Port Types | D_Port (Diagnostic), E_Port, EX_Port, F_Port, M_Port (Mirror), U_Port (self discovery), Access Gateway mode: F_Port and NPIV-enabled N_Port |
| Data Traffic Types | Supports unicast |
| Media Types | Hot-pluggable, B-Series Branded SFP, LC connector; Short-Wave Laser (SWL), Long-Wave Laser (LWL); Supports SFP+ 16/10/8 Gb/s optical transceivers |
| Cable Distance | Depends on fiber-optic cable and port speed |
| USB | 1 USB port for system log download or firmware upgrade |
| Temperature Range | Operating: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F); Non-operating: -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F) |
| Humidity | Operating: 10% to 85% (non-condensing); Non-operating: 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
| Altitude | Operating: up to 3000 m (9,842 ft); Storage: up to 12 km (39,370 ft) |
| Shock | Operating: 20G, 6 ms half-sine; Non-operating: 33G, 11 ms half-sine, 3/eg axis |
| Vibration | Operating: 0.5G sine, 0.4 grms random, 5??00 Hz; Non-operating: 2.0G sine, 1.1 grms random, 5??00 Hz |
| Power Supply | Dual, hot-swappable, redundant power supplies |
| AC Input | 85 to 264 V, ~5 to 2.5 A; Frequency: 47 to 63 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 450 W (all 96 ports with 16 Gb/s SWL optics); 350 W (empty chassis, no optics) |
| C8R43A | C8R43A |
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