HP Storageworks Coarse Wave Division Multiplexing Solution

• The HP StorageWorks Coarse Wave-Division Multiplexing (CWDM) solution is an integrated optional component of the Cisco MDS 9000 family switch extended distance solutions.
• Provides direct connectivity of SFP networking devices to provide SAN extension over long distances
• Tightly integrates with Cisco MDS 9000 family switching services
• Provides up to eight channels of communications over a single set of single mode fiber
• Requires little or no configuration or maintenance

The HP StorageWorks CWDM Extended Distance Solution is designed to transmit multiple Gigabit Ethernet traffic streams over a single, shared fiber optic cable. The CWDM solution consists of a two slot (1RU) CWDM Chassis, which accommodates up to two passive optic CWDM Mux plug-in modules. Three types of modules are available: an 8-wavelength multiplexer/demultiplexer module and two 4-wavelength multiplexer/demultiplexer module with add/drop capabilities. The color coded active CWDM wavelength-specific SFPs are installed into available Fibre Channel and IP ports within one or more MDS Directors. Up to 8 CWDM wavelength-specific SFPs may be connected to the passive optic CWDM Mux plug-in module, using the 1 meter or 5 meter single mode Lucent Connector (LC) fiber optic jumper cables.

The HP StorageWorks CWDM SFP Solution takes advantage of a multi-channel architecture and the inherent protection of ring architectures. The solution enables:

• Use of Layer 2 and Layer 3 redundancy and failover mechanisms at the channel endpoints (CWDM GBIC/SFP) to build highly available links
• Use of two-path link configurations in a ring architecture to provide protection from fiber cuts

The HP StorageWorks CWDM SFP solution fits into a standard SFP port supporting the IEEE 802.3z standard on the supported Cisco platforms. The HP StorageWorks CWDM OADM is passive and requires no power. Neither the CWDM Fibre Chanel SFP nor the HP StorageWorks CWDM OADM requires configuration. The HP StorageWorks CWDM solution allows for a variety of network configurations-from multi-channel point-to-point to hub and meshed-ring configurations.

The HP StorageWorks CWDM SFP Solution enables enterprises and service providers to increase the bandwidth of an existing Gigabit Ethernet optical infrastructure without adding new fiber strands. The solution can be used in parallel with other HP StorageWorks and Cisco SFP devices on the same platform. The HP StorageWorks CWDM 8 and 4 port Multiplexers are compatible with future 4 Gbps SFP Modules.

The HP StorageWorks CWDM Optical Add Drop Modules are passive devices that provide the ability to multiplex and demultiplex, or add and drop wavelengths from multiple fibers onto one fiber. The OADM connectors are interfaced to the color-matching CWDM SFPs on the equipment side. All modules are the same size. The HP StorageWorks CWDM chassis enables rack mounting for up to two Cisco CWDM OADMs in a single rack unit.
HP to provide two different types of CWDM OADMs:

• Slot A 4-Channel OADM: (CWDM-MUX-4=)-This device allows you to add and drop four channels (with different wavelengths) into one direction of an optical ring. The other wavelengths are passed through the OADM. Dual fiber is used for both network and SFP connections. The four wavelengths are set to 1470, 1490, 1510, and 1530 nm.
• Slot B 4-Channel OADM: (CWDM-MUX-4=)-This device allows you to add and drop four channels (with different wavelengths) into one direction of an optical ring. The other wavelengths are passed through the OADM. Dual fiber is used for both network and SFP connections. The four wavelengths are set to 1550, 1570, 1590, and 1610 nm.
• 8-Channel Multiplexer/Demultiplexer (CWDM-MUX-8=)-This device allows you to multiplex and demultiplex eight separate channels into one pair of fiber. Dual fiber is used for both network and SFP connections. The eight wavelengths are set to 1470, 1490, 1510, 1530, 1550, 1570, 1590, and 1610 nm.

The basic hardware warranty service can be enhanced and/or HP Installation services can be purchased.
Support options with various response time and durations are available, including:

• Warranty upgrade to 3-3-3
• Various support response times (same/next day, 24x7)
• Various support coverage periods (M - F, 24x7, 1 yr, 3 yr)
• 6-hr Call-To-Repair

To ensure you receive assistance on your software, support options include:

• Software support coverage periods (13x5, 24x7, 1 yr, 3 yr)
• License to Use and SW Updates (1 yr, 3 yr)

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