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C8S47A Overview
C8S47A is a state‐of‐the‐art network switch engineered with a modular architecture, offering robust scalability and high performance in enterprise environments. It features versatile power options including AC power with an optional redundant power supply, multiple Ethernet ports for flexible connectivity, and integrated stacking capabilities to enhance network redundancy and throughput.
C8S47A supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionalities, delivering seamless performance upgrades and simplified management. Its design integrates high‐density port configurations, comprehensive interface and uplink options, and efficient power consumption, making it ideal for use in data centers, branch offices, and mission-critical applications.
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C8S47A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 150W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C8S47A
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G SFP ports
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 256 Gbps
- Product Name
- C8S47A 24-Port Managed Rack-Mount Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 11 inches
- Weight
- 8 lbs
C8S47A Use Case
Accelerating VMware vSphere Virtualization in Enterprise Data Centers
In a global enterprise running multiple VMware vSphere clusters with latency-sensitive workloads, the C8S47A-Brocade 16Gb/28c PP+ Embedded SAN Switch provides 16 Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity across 28 ports and sub-2 µs latency. The result: up to 30% faster VM provisioning, 25% higher consolidation ratios, simplified SAN management via integrated analytics, and maximized ROI on virtualization infrastructure.
Robust Disaster Recovery with Metro SAN Replication
A financial services firm replicating mission-critical databases between primary and secondary data centers leverages the C8S47A-Brocade 16Gb/28c PP+ Embedded SAN Switch for synchronous Metro SAN mirroring over DWDM links. Deterministic low latency and automated failover deliver zero RPO, sub-60 second RTO, and continuous data availability in compliance with stringent SLA and regulatory requirements.
High-Throughput 4K/8K Media Post-Production Workflows
A media and entertainment studio processing uncompressed 4K/8K video streams deploys the C8S47A-Brocade 16Gb/28c PP+ Embedded SAN Switch to deliver sustained 1.6 GB/s per port and non-blocking fabric performance. Editors experience zero buffering across multiple concurrent streams, accelerating project turnaround by 40% and enabling seamless collaborative workflows.
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Product Comparison Table 
| C8S47A |  BK763A |  QW939A |  R0P14A |  R0P13A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11 inches | 12 inches | 14 inches | 12 inches | 11 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1 inch | 1 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | LAN Base | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C8S47A | BK763A | QW939A | R0P14A | R0P13A |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G SFP ports | 24 Ethernet ports with 4 SFP uplink slots | 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 4 SFP uplink ports | 2 expansion slots for module upgrade | N/A |
| Power Consumption | 150W | 85W | 150 W | N/A | 120 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | C8S47A 24-Port Managed Rack-Mount Switch | BK763A High-Performance Enterprise Switch | Enterprise 48-Port Stackable Switch QW939A | R0P14A Enterprise Stackable Switch | R0P13A High Performance Stackable Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 256 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 256 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 8 lbs | 12 lbs | 15 lbs | 10 lbs | 8 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
O
Oliver Price
5
Integrated well within BladeSystem environment.
V
Victor Lane
5
Reliable SAN connectivity for blades.
A
Andrew Cole
4
Consistent throughput under load.
J
Julian Myers
4
Enterprise ready embedded SAN switch.
Questions & Answers
What is the Brocade 16Gb/28c PP+ Embedded SAN Switch (SKU: C8S47A)?
The Brocade 16Gb/28c PP+ Embedded SAN Switch (C8S47A) is an HPE-integrated, high-performance Fibre Channel switch delivering 16 Gbit/s throughput across 28 ports for optimized storage area network (SAN) connectivity.
What are the key features of the Brocade 16Gb/28c PP+ Embedded SAN Switch?
Key features include 28 full-speed 16 Gbit/s Fibre Channel ports, Power-Pack+ (PP+) advanced services, NVMe over Fibre Channel support, traffic optimization, and integrated HPE blade enclosure compatibility.
How does 16 Gbit/s performance benefit my SAN environment?
By offering 16 Gbit/s per port, the switch reduces latency, accelerates application I/O, boosts virtual machine density, and maximizes throughput for demanding workloads like databases and analytics.
How many ports does the C8S47A switch provide?
The C8S47A delivers 28 full-duplex Fibre Channel ports, enabling high-density connections to servers, storage arrays, and expansion switches within a single blade enclosure.
Is the Brocade 16Gb/28c PP+ switch compatible with HPE c-Class blade enclosures?
Yes. The C8S47A is fully integrated with HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosures, offering plug-and-play installation and unified power, cooling, and management.
Which storage arrays and fabrics are supported?
The switch interoperates with any standards-based Fibre Channel SAN fabric, including HPE 3PAR, Nimble, Dell EMC PowerMax, NetApp AFF, and third-party arrays that support 16 Gbit/s FC.
Does this switch support Fabric Zoning and security?
Yes. It supports hard zoning, soft zoning, role-based access control, RADIUS, LDAP, switch SSH, and FC-SP to enforce multi-tenant isolation and data integrity.
Can I use ISL trunking and port channeling on this switch?
Absolutely. The C8S47A supports up to 16 Gbit/s Inter-Switch Link (ISL) trunking and port channeling to aggregate bandwidth and provide high-availability fabric paths.
How is the Brocade 16Gb/28c embedded switch managed?
Manage the switch via Brocade Network Advisor, CLI over SSH/Serial, or RESTful APIs, with built-in performance monitoring, alerts, and SAN health dashboards.
Is the C8S47A hot-swappable?
Yes. The embedded module is hot-pluggable within HPE c-Class enclosures, ensuring non-disruptive replacement and maintenance.
What are the power and cooling requirements?
The switch draws up to 75 W and leverages the enclosure’s redundant power supplies and shared cooling fans, maintaining efficient data-center operations.
How do I update firmware on the Brocade 16Gb/28c switch?
Use HPE OneView or Brocade Network Advisor to stage and deploy Fabric OS firmware updates non-disruptively, with built-in rollback capabilities for safe upgrades.
What high-availability features does this switch offer?
It supports nondisruptive upgrades, ISL trunking, adaptive routing, multipathing, Fabric Watch, and dual-fabric architecture for continuous SAN operations.
Does the switch support NVMe over Fibre Channel (FC-NVMe)?
Yes. The C8S47A is NVMe-ready, delivering low-latency host-to-storage NVMe traffic over existing Fibre Channel networks without performance compromise.
What warranty and support options are available for SKU C8S47A?
HPE provides a one-year parts, labor, and onsite support warranty, with optional HPE Foundation Care or HPE Datacenter Care for extended coverage and rapid response SLAs.
What are common use cases for the Brocade 16Gb/28c PP+ Embedded SAN Switch?
Typical use cases include virtual server consolidation, database acceleration, backup and recovery, disaster-recovery fabrics, and high-performance computing clusters.