HP simplifies SANs by combining 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel performance with a complete SAN management system. Your future is protected today with an infrastructure capable of supporting emerging technologies at today's 4 Gb/s prices. The HP 8 Gb SAN Connection software makes installing your first SAN (or your hundredth) easy. An entire SAN may now be deployed in minutes. SAN novices & seasoned experts will appreciate the simplicity & power of the included SAN Connection Manager (SCM) software. SCM works seamlessly with both HP P6000/EVA & HP P2000/MSA to quickly handle common cross-platform management & maintenance tasks as well as create LUNs. The 8 Gb Simple SAN Connection Kit consists of the 8/20q 8 Gb/s switch, four 81Q HBAs, & SCM Â- along with all the cables, 8 Gb/s SFPs & documentation you need. The 8/20q switch & Connection Kit offer enterprise-class functionality & value. ** Features** Today's Performance at Yesterday's Prices The future is within your reach today with state-of-the-art 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel technology offering the bandwidth today that you will need for support of emerging technologies. 8 Gb/s speed extends the useful life of your purchase. Migrate at your own pace. Powerful features such as Adaptive Trunking (optimizes fabric speed), drag-&-drop zoning, I/O Stream Guard (uninterrupted dataflow), automatic firmware notifications & downloads & non-disruptive upgrades give you the winning edge & help you get the most out of your SAN. No need to master separate interfaces to control HP switches, HBAs & storage. Configure, create LUNs & monitor them all from a convenient integrated single management interface. Up to 340 Gb/s aggregate performance in a single switch. ** Simplicity at its Finest** Setting up your first SAN is now fast, easy & fool-proof. Eliminate the risk of expensive configuration errors with point-&-click wizards. Ensure full optimizat