Name: 6505-12-OR HP Sn3000B 24/12 Port 8Gbps/4Gbps Fibre Channel Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: 6505-12-OR
Price: 2070.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 6505-12-OR HP Sn3000B 24/12Port Fc Switch provides a mix of 8 Gbps and 4 Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity optimized for storage area networks. It fits into enterprise SAN environments, facilitating fast and secure communication between servers and storage arrays without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	NPIV Support, Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	1U Rack-mount
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The 6505-12-OR HP Sn3000B 24/12Port Fc Switch is a storage area network (SAN) switch designed to facilitate fast and reliable data exchange between servers and storage devices. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise storage infrastructures, providing essential connectivity and fabric management features. Built for administrators and IT professionals managing storage networks, this switch helps to ensure seamless communication and data availability across the SAN fabric. Its blend of high-speed ports and intelligent zoning capabilities supports efficient traffic flow and secure segmentation. Key Features Offers a mix of 24 high-speed 8 Gbps and 12 4 Gbps Fibre Channel ports. Utilizes fabric services for advanced SAN zoning and traffic isolation. Compact design fits standard rack systems, maximizing space efficiency. Supports high throughput with low latency for demanding storage workloads. Includes management tools for streamlined configuration and monitoring. This switch plays a critical role in maintaining stable and scalable storage networks. Its balance of port density and performance helps maintain continuous data access while supporting growth and evolving SAN architectures.

Use Cases
The HP Sn3000B 24/12Port Fc Switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and storage networks where a combination of high-speed and legacy Fibre Channel devices coexist. It’s suited for IT teams that require reliable SAN switching with zoning controls to manage diverse storage environments. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays and servers in medium to large data centers with mixed-speed Fibre Channel equipment. Supporting virtualization platforms with dedicated SAN traffic segmentation. Integrating legacy 4 Gbps devices alongside newer 8 Gbps storage systems within the same fabric. Enabling fabric zoning to isolate applications and enhance SAN security in enterprise IT environments. Deploying in rack-based storage clusters requiring dense port availability and efficient space use. This switch contributes to operational efficiency by providing consistent throughput and flexible management options, supporting the scalability and reliability demands of evolving storage infrastructures.