Name: HPE 720967-001 SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 FC Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: 720967-001
Price: 2349.65 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE 720967-001 SN6500B 16Gb FC Switch serves as a solid backbone for enterprise storage networks, connecting multiple servers and storage arrays with high-speed Fibre Channel links. It fits well into medium to large SANs requiring dependable, low-latency data paths and flexible port density options to match growing infrastructure needs.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	720967-001
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Number of Ports	96-Ports
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	16 Gbps
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Connector Type	SFP+

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Product Description
The HPE 720967-001 SN6500B is designed for managing high-speed storage area networks where consistent, low-latency communication is critical. It is often found in data centers and enterprise storage infrastructures that demand robust Fibre Channel connectivity. Built for IT professionals working with extensive SAN deployments, this switch helps maintain smooth data transfers between servers and storage arrays. Its scalability makes it suitable for growing environments that require flexible port configurations and dependable performance. Key Features Delivers 16Gb Fibre Channel speeds across multiple ports for rapid data exchange Offers versatile port configurations supporting both 96 and 48-port setups Includes advanced zoning capabilities to segment traffic securely Equipped with efficient traffic management to minimize congestion Provides comprehensive diagnostics and monitoring tools for network health This switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers where SAN reliability and speed are vital. It plays a key role in ensuring storage systems communicate effectively, supporting tasks like database management, backup, and virtualization. By streamlining data flow and reducing delays, the HPE SN6500B helps maintain consistent application performance and storage accessibility across complex network setups.

Use Cases
The HPE 720967-001 SN6500B 16Gb FC Switch is primarily utilized within enterprise SAN environments where high throughput and low latency are critical. IT teams managing data centers with demanding storage traffic benefit from its high port density and advanced traffic management capabilities, ensuring efficient resource allocation and uninterrupted data flow. How It's Used: Connecting multiple high-performance storage arrays in enterprise data centers to support virtualization and large-scale database workloads. Enabling scalable storage clusters for financial institutions requiring consistent, low-latency access to transaction data. Facilitating SAN fabric expansion in medium to large businesses with dynamic storage demands and growing virtual machine densities. Supporting backup and disaster recovery infrastructures in cloud service providers by ensuring reliable, high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity. Integrating with rack-based SAN deployments in managed service environments to optimize bandwidth and reduce network congestion. This switch enhances operational efficiency by providing flexible port configurations and seamless scalability for evolving storage networks. Its robust traffic management features help maintain performance under heavy workloads, making it a dependable choice for complex storage infrastructures.

HPE 720967-001 SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 FC Switch

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