Mpx200 Multifunction Router Overview; Mpx200 Features; Mpx200 Part Numbers And Options - HP StorageWorks 6400/8400 - Enterprise Virtual Array User Manual

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MPX200 features

The Enterprise Virtual Array (EVA) family of Fibre Channel (FC) storage systems is supported for
integrated iSCSI connectivity using the MPX200. The MPX200 hardware is integrated with up to four
EVA storage systems, for iSCSI connectivity, to deliver multi-protocol capabilities. This provides iSCSI
and FC attached servers access to block storage through an FC network and an Ethernet IP network
simultaneously. Also, FCIP and data migration capabilities are available for use.
The MPX200 is available from HP factory-integrated with an EVA storage system or as a field upgrade
to an existing EVA storage system. iSCSI connectivity to the EVA is provided for servers through a
standard 1-Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) or 10-GbE network interface controller (NIC).
The MPX200 chassis contains one or two router blades, two power and control modules (PCMs), and
a mid-plane. There are two types of router blades: a 4-port 1-GbE blade and a 2-port 10-GbE/2-port
1-GbE blade. Both blade options include two 8-Gb/s FC ports. MPX200 dual-blade configurations
provide for high availability with failover between blades.
NOTE:
Each PCM has three variable-speed fans that provide power and cooling. You can remove and replace
a PCM at any time. To ensure that the MPX200 chassis remains operational, there must be at least
one functioning PCM. Each PCM is capable of powering two blades. The PCM cools the corresponding
blade; therefore, when you remove a PCM, you must replace it within 7 minutes or the blade will shut
down due to an over-temperature condition.
Table 1 lists the MPX200 part numbers and describes each option.
Table 1 MPX200 part numbers and options
Part num-
ber
AP771A
Option
HP StorageWorks MPX200
1GbE Base Chassis
Option includes
• one chassis
• one 1-GbE blade with four
1-GbE iSCSI ports and two
8-Gb/s FC ports
• rail kit
• accessory kit
• documentation
• redundant power supplies
MPX200 Multifunction Router
Order with
Up to four EVA storage sys-
tems, or order separately to
upgrade existing EVA storage
systems
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