Brand: NEC
The NEC AUK-8000E is a high-performance networking solution designed to provide advanced Data Link Switching functionality for storage area networks (SANs). This device offers a non-blocking fabric architecture with support for 4Gb/s FICON and 2Gb/s Fibre Channel connections, making it a versatile option for various storage environments.Some of the key features of the NEC AUK-8000E include:1. Scalability: Supports up to 255 nodes and up to 1023 ports, making it suitable for large and complex SANs.2. Fast fabric switching: Provides low-latency performance with reduced CPU utilization through NEC’s Enhanced Asynchronous Time-Slotted Arbitrated Loop (ESATAP) switching technology.3. Connectivity: Supports FICON, Fibre Channel, and ESCON (Enterprise Systems Connection) technologies for maximum flexibility and compatibility.4. Management: Features NEC's Intelligent Fabric Services (IFS), which provides easy-to-use management tools, including web-based graphical user interface (GUI), command-line interface (CLI), and simple network management protocol (SNMP) support.5. Data protection: Includes advanced data protection features such as path management, loop detection, and link aggregation, ensuring high availability and data integrity for critical storage applications.Overall, the NEC AUK-8000E is a reliable and high-performance networking solution that provides advanced functionality for storage environments where performance, scalability, and data protection are critical requirements.