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HPE S4P78A | StoreOnce Gen5 Dual-Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Network Card

HPE S4P78A | StoreOnce Gen5 Dual-Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Network Card

S4P78A

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Description

The HPE StoreOnce Gen5 16Gb Fibre Channel Network Card is a dual-port Flexible I/O card engineered exclusively for HPE StoreOnce Gen5 backup appliances, including the 3720, 3760, 5720, and 7700 models. Delivering 16Gb/s FC connectivity per port, it enables high-speed SAN-based backup, restore, and replication workloads — making it the ideal choice for enterprises looking to maximise throughput between their SAN fabric and StoreOnce backup infrastructure. An interface entitlement licence certificate is included with each card.

As a Flexible I/O option, up to four I/O cards can be installed per StoreOnce Gen5 appliance in any combination of Fibre Channel and Ethernet cards, giving storage administrators flexible, scalable connectivity to suit evolving data protection environments. The card supports HPE StoreOnce Catalyst backup over Fibre Channel and is compatible with HPE SAN fabrics and standard Fibre Channel switches. Order direct from iptrading.com.au — Australian-owned and operated since 2001.

Features

- Dual-port 16Gb Fibre Channel connectivity for maximum SAN throughput
- Flexible I/O option — up to four I/O cards supported per StoreOnce Gen5 appliance
- Mix and match FC and Ethernet I/O cards in compatible slots for tailored connectivity
- Supports HPE StoreOnce Catalyst backup, restore, and replication over Fibre Channel
- Compatible with HPE SAN fabrics and standard Fibre Channel switches
- Licence entitlement certificate included — no additional licensing required
- Designed exclusively for HPE StoreOnce Gen5 3720, 3760, 5720, and 7700 appliances

Warranty

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) offers a standard limited hardware warranty on its products, with coverage periods varying by product line. For instance, HPE ProLiant servers typically come with a 1 to 3-year limited warranty, while other products may have different durations.
Extended Warranty Options via IP Trading:
IP Trading offers tailored extended warranty solutions and support packages for HPE products, ensuring your IT infrastructure remains protected beyond the standard warranty period. Contact our team to explore options that align with your organisation's needs.

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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FAQs

Technical Specifications

- Part Number: S4P78A
- Interface Speed: 16Gb Fibre Channel
- Number of Ports: 2 (Dual-Port)
- Form Factor: Flexible I/O Card
- Compatible Appliances: HPE StoreOnce Gen5 3720, 3760, 5720, 7700
- Maximum I/O Cards per Appliance: 4
- Includes: Interface Entitlement/Licence Certificate

FAQs

Q: Which HPE StoreOnce appliances is the S4P78A compatible with?
A: The S4P78A is compatible with HPE StoreOnce Gen5 appliances, specifically the 3720, 3760, 5720, and 7700 models. It is not compatible with older StoreOnce generations.

Q: How many of these Fibre Channel cards can be installed in a single StoreOnce Gen5 appliance?
A: Up to four Flexible I/O cards can be installed per StoreOnce Gen5 appliance. These can be any combination of 16Gb Fibre Channel and Ethernet I/O cards, allowing flexible SAN and LAN connectivity configurations.

Q: Does the S4P78A include a licence, or does one need to be purchased separately?
A: Yes, an interface entitlement/licence certificate is included with the card. No separate licence purchase is required.

Q: What backup protocols and use cases does this card support?
A: The card supports HPE StoreOnce Catalyst backup over Fibre Channel networks, as well as standard SAN-based backup, restore, and replication workloads. It is compatible with HPE SAN fabrics and standard Fibre Channel switches.

Q: Can I purchase the HPE StoreOnce Gen5 16Gb Fibre Channel Network Card in Australia?
A: Yes. iptrading.com.au is an Australian-owned and operated IT hardware reseller, trading since 2001. You can order the S4P78A directly through our website with local support.

Q: Is this a single-port or dual-port card?
A: The S4P78A is a dual-port 16Gb Fibre Channel card, providing two FC ports per card for redundant or higher-throughput SAN connectivity to your StoreOnce Gen5 appliance.

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