Name: 540-4751 Sun StorEdge Network 16-Port Fibre Channel Switch
Brand: Sun
SKU: 540-4751
Price: 1155.03 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The Sun StorEdge Network 16-Port Fibre Channel Switch acts as a central hub for storage networks, facilitating high-speed data transfer between servers and storage units. It fits naturally into medium to large-scale storage setups, providing stable and manageable connectivity that IT teams can rely on without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	Sun
Part Number	540-4751
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	16
Number of Ports	16-Ports
Port Type	SFP, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	2 Gb/s (standard FC)
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	LC‑SC Fibre optical ports

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	Zoning, WWN-based access control, RADIUS/TACACS+, SSH, Role-based access control
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH, Telnet, HTTP/HTTPS

Power & Cooling
Power	AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	43 × 430 × 610 mm
Weight	4.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL
Compliant Standards	Fibre Channel (FC-SW/FC-FS)

Product Description
The Sun StorEdge Network 16-Port Fibre Channel Switch provides a dedicated switch fabric ideal for storage area networks (SANs). It enables efficient and fast communication between servers and storage devices, often found in data centers and large enterprise environments. Built for IT professionals managing complex storage infrastructures, this switch helps maintain high availability and performance for mission-critical applications. It's commonly used in setups requiring scalable and secure storage connectivity. Key Features Delivers consistent 2 Gbps Fibre Channel speeds across all ports Supports zoning for secure and organized data traffic Offers redundant power supplies to minimize downtime Includes management tools for easy configuration and monitoring Designed to integrate seamlessly with Sun and compatible storage systems Typically deployed in enterprise data centers, this switch forms a backbone for shared storage environments. It plays a crucial role in streamlining storage access while ensuring data integrity and network reliability throughout the SAN.

Use Cases
The Sun StorEdge Network 16-Port Fibre Channel Switch is commonly deployed in enterprise storage networks where high-speed and reliable data transfer between servers and storage devices is critical. It is particularly suited for IT environments managing large-scale SANs that require scalable and manageable connectivity to support heavy workloads. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays and servers in data center SAN deployments for optimized backup and recovery operations. Supporting virtualization platforms in enterprise IT environments by providing dedicated, high-speed storage fabric connectivity. Facilitating storage cluster interconnects in environments requiring high availability and fault tolerance. Integrating into rack-mounted infrastructure setups to deliver scalable storage networking for growing mid-sized businesses. Enabling high-throughput data transfer for big data analytics workloads in research institutions and financial services. This switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering stable and scalable storage networking infrastructure, allowing administrators to manage increasing data demands effectively. Its robust architecture supports continuity and performance in critical storage environments.