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481551-001 - HPE DC CR8 Core Switching Blade

481551-001 - HPE DC CR8 Core Switching Blade

HPE 481551-001 – DC CR8 Core Switching Blade

The HPE 481551-001 is a high-performance Core Switching Blade designed for the HP StorageWorks DC SAN Backbone Director (also known as the DC-class director platform). This module provides powerful Fibre Channel switching capabilities, enabling scalable, low-latency, and highly available SAN connectivity for large enterprise data centers.

Engineered for mission-critical storage networks, the 481551-001 core blade delivers exceptional throughput, intelligent traffic management, and robust redundancy. It is ideal for organizations running large-scale EVA, XP, 3PAR, or multi-vendor SAN infrastructures that require reliable high-bandwidth switching.

Key Features:
¤ Part Number: 481551-001
¤ Product Type: DC CR8 Core Switching Blade
¤ Designed for: HP StorageWorks DC SAN Backbone Director
¤ Provides high-speed, low-latency Fibre Channel switching
¤ Supports large-scale enterprise SAN environments
¤ Enables scalable throughput and intelligent fabric management
¤ Built for 24/7 operation with high availability and redundancy
¤ Genuine Hewlett Packard Enterprise component

Perfect for: enterprise data centers requiring mission-critical Fibre Channel switching, long-term reliability, and scalable SAN infrastructure performance.

Low stock: 4 left

Condition: Refurbished

Warranty

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Conditions

Refurbished

Product is cleaned and refurbished by Ameta.


Manufacturer Refurbished

Product is refurbished and re-certified by the original manufacturer.


New F/S

Product is unused and factory sealed in original manufacturer retail packaging.


New

Product is unused with or without original manufacturer packaging, such as bulk, pulls, or spares.


New Open Box (NOB)

Product is unused, but original manufacturer packaging seal is broken or cut.

The condition for each product, can be found in the description of the product.

Shipping

Shipping Information

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Typical delivery times:

  • Within Europe: 1–2 business days
  • Outside Europe: 2–3 business days

Shipping costs vary depending on the destination and the items in your order. The exact shipping rate will be calculated at checkout.

All items are securely packed and shipped with tracking, so you can follow your delivery every step of the way. If you have special shipping requirements or need express delivery, feel free to contact us before placing your order.

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