• Virtual Connect v3.30 highlights for the Virtual Connect Flex-10 Module
  • CLI commands provide essential system, configuration and network troubleshooting information
  • Configure simultaneous tunneled and mapped VLANs in a single VC domain
  • Connect up to 1,000 networks per Shared Uplink Set and 162 networks per 10Gb server port
  • TACACS+ and RADIUS role-based security compatibility
  • Network access groups prevent connection of specific network combinations in the same server profile
  • iSCSI boot assistant simplifies boot parameter configuration
  • Server side network loop prevention

Performance

• 16 x 10Gb downlinks to server NICs
• Each 10Gb downlink supports up to 4 FlexNICs or 3 FlexNICs and 1 iSCSI FlexHBA
• Each iSCSI FlexHBA can be configured to transport Accelerated iSCSI protocol.
• Each FlexNIC and iSCSI FlexHBA is recognized by the server as a PCI-e physical function device with adjustable speeds from 100Mb to 10Gb in 100Mb increments when connected to a HP NC553i 10Gb 2-port FlexFabric Converged Network Adapter or any Flex-10 NIC and from 1Gb to 10Gb in 100Mb increments when connected to a NC551i Dual Port FlexFabric 10Gb Converged Network Adapter or NC551m Dual Port FlexFabric 10Gb Converged Network Adapter
• 2 x 10Gb cross connects for redundancy and stacking
• 1 x 10Gb copper uplinks CX-4 for stacking to Virtual Connect Modules or uplinking to data center switches
• 8 x 10Gb SR, LR, or LRM fiber and copper SFP+ uplinks
• Supports up to 4 FlexNICs per 10Gb server connections.
• Each FlexNIC is recognized by the server as a PCI-e physical function device with customizable speeds from 100Mb to 10Gb.
• Line Rate, full-duplex 480 Gbps bridging fabric
• 1.5 µs latency
• MTU up to 9216 Bytes - Jumbo Frames
• Configurable up to 8192 MAC addresses and 1000 IGMP groups
• VLAN Tagging, Pass-Thru and Link Aggregation supported on all uplinks
• In tunneled VLAN mode, up to 4,096 networks are supported per network uplink and server downlink. In mapped VLAN mode, up to 1,000 networks are supported on network uplinks per Share Uplink Set, domain or module and on server downlinks up to 162 networks are supported per 10Gb physical port (VC v3.30 or later).
• Stack multiple Virtual Connect FlexFabric modules with other VC FlexFabric, VC Flex-10 or VC Ethernet Modules across up to 4 BladeSystem enclosures allowing any server Ethernet port to connect to any Ethernet uplink
• Up to 4,096 VLANs supported in Tunneled mode and 1000 VLANs in mapped mode VC Domain

Management

• Virtual Connect Manager is included with every module
• HTTP and a secure, scriptable CLI interface is ready out of the box. Easy setup and management via the Onboard Administrator interface
• SNMP v.1 and v.2, provide ease of administration and maintenance.
• Role-based security for network and server administration with LDAP compatibility
• Port Mirroring on any uplink provides network troubleshooting support with Network Analyzers
• IGMP Snooping optimizes network traffic and reduces bandwidth for multicast applications such as streaming applications
• Role-based security for network and server administration with LDAP, TACACS+ and RADIUS compatibility
• Recognizes and directs Server-Side VLAN tags
• Appears as a Pass-Thru device to the LAN Manager
• Remotely update Virtual Connect firmware on multiple modules using Virtual Connect Support Utility 1.5.0 or greater (Firmware update is no longer accomplished via GUI or CLI with VC v3.01)

Virtual Connect Server Profiles

• Create up to 4 individual FlexNICs with their own dedicated, customized bandwidth per 10Gb downlink connection.
• Set FlexNIC speeds from 100Mb to 10Gb per connection
• Allows setup of server connectivity prior to server installation for easy deployment
• Ability to move, add, or change server network connections on the fly
• Once defined, LAN and SAN administrators don't have to be involved in server changes

Options

• Stack multiple Virtual Connect Ethernet modules together in an enclosure to allow any server Ethernet port to connect to any uplink
• The Fibre Channel Virtual Connect Module provides a complete LAN and SAN Virtual Connect solution
• HP CX4 Ethernet cables are available in .5m, 1m, 3m, and 15m lengths
• Optional HP SFP+ SR, LR, and LRM modules and SFP+ Copper cables in 0.5m, 1m, 3m, and 7m lengths
• Supports all 1Gb Server NICs including LOM and Mezzanine card options and the latest 10Gb KR NICs

• Virtual Connect Modules
  • HP 1/10Gb Virtual Connect Ethernet Module
  • HP 1/10Gb-F Virtual Connect Ethernet Module
  • HP Virtual Connect FlexFabric 10Gb/24-port Module
  • HP 4Gb Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module
  • HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 24-Port Fibre Channel Module
  • HP Virtual Connect 8Gb 20-Port Fibre Channel Module
• Server blades and workstation blades
• HP ProLiant BL2x220c G5 Server Blade or greater
• HP ProLiant BL260c G5 Server Blade
• HP ProLiant BL280c G6 Server Blade or greater
• HP ProLiant BL460c Server Blade
• HP ProLiant BL460c G5 Server Blade or greater
• HP ProLiant BL465c Server Blade
• HP ProLiant BL465c G5 Server Blade or greater
• HP ProLiant BL480c Server Blade
  
• HP ProLiant BL490c Server Blade
• HP ProLiant BL495c G5 Server Blade or greater
• HP ProLiant BL680c G5 Server Blade or greater
• HP ProLiant BL685c Server Blade
• HP ProLiant BL685c G5 Server Blade or greater
• HP ProLiant xw460c Blade Workstation
• HP ProLiant xw2x220c Blade Workstation
• HP ProLiant WS460c G6 Workstation or greater
• HP Integrity BL860c Server Blade
• HP Integrity BL860c i2 Server series
• HP Integrity BL870c Server Blade
• HP Integrity BL870c i2 Server series
• HP Integrity BL890c i2 Server series
• Integrated Network Interfaces and mezzanine cards
• HP NC325m PCI Express Quad Port 1Gb server adapter
• HP NC326i Integrated Dual Port PCI Express Gigabit Server Adapter
• HP NC326m PCI Express Dual Port Multifunction Gigabit Server Adapter
• HP NC360m Dual Port 1GbE BL-c Adapter
• HP NC364m Quad Port 1GbE BL-c Adapter
• HP NC370i Dual Port Multifunction Gigabit Network Adapter
• HP NC373i Dual Port Multifunction Gigabit Network Adapter
• HP NC373m Dual Port Multifunction Gigabit Network Adapter
• HP NC382i Integrated Dual Port PCI Express Gigabit Server Adapter
• HP NC382m Integrated Dual Port PCI Express Gigabit Server Adapter
• HP NC522m Dual Port Flex-10 10GbE Multifunction BL-c Adapter
• HP NC532i Dual Port Flex-10 10GbE Multifunction BL-c Adapter
• HP NC532m Dual Port Flex-10 10GbE Multifunction BL-c Adapter
• HP NC542m Dual Port Flex-10 10GbE BL-c Adapter
• HP NC550m 10Gb 2-port PCIe x8 Flex-10 Ethernet Adapter
• HP NC551i Dual Port FlexFabric 10Gb Converged Network Adapter
• HP NC551m Dual Port FlexFabric 10Gb Converged Network Adapter
• HP NC553i 10Gb 2-port FlexFabric Converged Network Adapter
• HP NC553m 10Gb 2-port FlexFabric Converged Network Adapter

NOTE: For optimal operation of HP Virtual Connect Manager, use the following recommended firmware version for the Onboard Administrator and iLO.

NOTE: Some of the servers and/or options listed above may be discontinued.

The HP BladeSystem c3000 and c7000 Enclosure has been designed up front with the Virtual Connect Architecture in mind incorporating the HP Onboard Administrator, ILO Management, and HP Management tools inside the Virtual Connect framework.

Enclosures:

• HP BladeSystem c-Class c7000 Enclosure with Onboard Administrator

HP BladeSystem c-Class c3000 Enclosure with Onboard Administrator

10GBASE-CX4

Stacking links are used to interconnect Virtual Connect Ethernet Modules when using more than one enclosure or when using more than two Virtual Connect Ethernet Modules in a single enclosure.
All Virtual Connect Modules within the VC Domain must be interconnected. Any combination of 1Gb and 10Gb cables can be used to interconnect the Virtual Connect Modules; however the following provides recommended configurations (note that a built-in 10Gb link is provided between modules in horizontally adjacent bays). Supported cable lengths on 10Gb uplinks are 3 to 15 meters and supported 10Gb stacking links (connecting between two HP Virtual Connect Ethernet Modules) are 0.5 to 7 meters. Interconnecting the modules allows all Ethernet NICs on all server blades in the Virtual Connect domain to have access to any Virtual Connect uplink port. By using these module-to-module links, a single pair of uplinks can be used as the data center network connections for the entire Virtual Connect domain, and allows any server blade to be connected to any Ethernet network.

NOTE: Supported module-to-module and multi-enclosure stacking configurations may be found in the
HP Virtual Connect for c-Class BladeSystem Setup and Installation Guide which can be downloaded at the following address: HP Virtual Connect for c-Class BladeSystem and Installation Guide

This product is covered by a global limited warranty and supported by HP Services and a worldwide network of HP Authorized Channel Partners. Hardware diagnostic support and repair is available for three years from date of purchase. Support for software and initial setup is available for 90 days from date of purchase. Additional support may be covered under the warranty or available for an additional fee. Enhancements to warranty services are available through HP Care Pack services or customized service agreements.

NOTE: Server Blade Interconnect Limited Warranty includes 1 year Parts, 1 year Labor, 1-year on-site support. Additional information regarding worldwide limited warranty and technical support is available at: http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/platforms/warranty/index.html

HP services provide total care and support expertise with committed response designed to meet your IT and business needs.

To fully capitalize on your HP BladeSystem servers' capabilities requires a service partner who thoroughly understands your server technology and systems environment. HP Services, an industry leader in provision of multi vender support solutions provides a range of support services designed to meet the varying needs of business. Whether an SMB or large global corporation HP has a HP BladeSystem server support offer to help you speedily deploy and maximize system uptime.

Recommended Service - Simplify ProLiant solution implementation, maintenance and management.

• Support Service - 4-Hour Response Coverage, 3-Year, 24 x 7, Same Business Day
• Deployment Service - BladeSystem c3000/c7000 Infrastructure (ICE + OS) Installation & Startup - Provides for the installation and startup of a BladeSystem c3000/c7000 Infrastructure in a single blade enclosure including hardware and software (HP SIM, RDP, RDP deployment of OS, PMP and VPM)

Enhanced Service - Optimize service level to increase IT performance and availability

• Enhanced Network Installation & Startup for BladeSystem Switches - Provide for the configuration and testing of BladeSystem Ethernet interconnect switches to facilitate proper implementation of network protocols and access to advanced features. (This service has been updated to include coverage for the VC FlexFabric features.)
• Support Service- 3-Year, either 6 hour or 24 hour call to repair HP Hardware Support Onsite 6-Hour or 24-hour Call-to-Repair Service provides you with a team of support specialists who will quickly begin troubleshooting your system to ensure the hardware is operational within a maximum of 6 hours or 24 hours from your initial service request
• Support Service - 3-Year, 24x7 Same-Business-Day, On-site. 4-Hour response coverage, including holidays Hardware Onsite Service delivers round the clock, fast reliable 4 hour response-Get product expertise from HP for fast and accurate problem resolution with integrated high quality remote monitoring and problem diagnosis, maintaining predictable service levels reducing unplanned downtime
• Proactive Select - A flexible way to purchase HP best-in-class consultancy and services. You can buy Proactive Select Service Credits when you purchase your hardware then use the credits over the next 12 months, or 3-5 years.

Installation & Start-Up service for HP BladeSystem Infrastructure plus HP BladeSystem Enhanced Network Installation and Start-UP as per the Customer Description and/or Data Sheet. To be delivered on a scheduled basis 8am-5pm, M-F, excluding HP holidays.

For a complete listing of service offerings and information visit:
http://www.hp.com/services/bladesystemservices
http://www.hp.com/go/proliant/carepack

NOTE: The HP Care Pack service part numbers below for ProLiant BL c-Class server blades, cover the server blade and all HP branded hardware options qualified for the server, purchased at the same time or afterwards, internal to the server.

13.88 in (352.55 mm)

4.4 lbs (2.0 kg)

Simple and intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI) for defining, configuring, and managing all elements of the Virtual Connect Domain.

Setup Wizards for server profile creation and initial domain installation and configuration and network configuration.

Comprehensive administration, definition, and management of Ethernet Network, Shared Uplink Set, and Server Profiles

Embedded SNMP v1, v2 and SMI-S agents allow Network Management applications to query Virtual Connect for statistics and trap information.

A robust, scriptable and secure Command Line Interface simplifies management and enables macros to control common Virtual Connect tasks

Any uplink port can be used as a dedicated mirrored port for traffic analysis and troubleshooting by a Network Analyzer or Sniffer.

Domain Management of user accounts, enclosure, Virtual Connect domain settings, and firmware updates

The location and status of Virtual Connect Modules in the HP c-Class Enclosure and Onboard Administrator can be viewed from the Hardware Status page. Including at-a-glance detailed information of the hardware elements via mouse-over pop-up windows.

MAC Address Administration allows local administration of predefined or user-defined MAC address ranges.

VC manager runs as a high-availability pair when an HP 1/10Gb VC-Enet Module is installed in adjacent bays. All configuration data is stored in flash memory and checkpointed to the standby module. Configurations can also be backed up to a workstation via the GUI.

Up to 128 Network Access Groups can be defined to prevent enabling specific network combinations in the same server profile

Supported by HP Virtual Connect Enterprise Management v6.20 and higher. Provides centralized network connection management and workload mobility for thousands of servers. Learn more at: www.hp.com/go/vcem

802.1AB LLDP
802.1Q (VLAN, 1024 maximum, includes Native VLAN support and server side VLAN tag mapping)
IEEE 802.2 LLC
802.3ad Link Aggregation
IEEE 802.3ae 10Gb Fiber Ethernet
IEEE 802.3ak 10Gb CX-4 Ethernet
IEEE 802.3aq 10Gb LRM Ethernet
SNMP v.1, v.2
IGMP v1, v2, v3

UL/CUL Recognition to UL/CSA 60950-1

Hewlett-Packard offers end-of-life HP product return, trade-in, and recycling programs in many geographic areas. For trade-in information, please go to: http://www.hp.com/go/green. To recycle your product, please go to: http://www.hp.com/go/green or contact your nearest HP sales office. Products returned to HP will be recycled, recovered or disposed of in a responsible manner.

The EU WEEE directive (2002/95/EC) requires manufacturers to provide treatment information for each product type for use by treatment facilities. This information (product disassembly instructions) is posted on the Hewlett Packard web site at: http://www.hp.com/go/green. These instructions may be used by recyclers and other WEEE treatment facilities as well as HP OEM customers who integrate and re-sell HP equipment.