Name: AW586A HP SN6000C 32-Port 8Gbps Fibre Channel 10/100Base-TX Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: AW586A
Price: 2479.52 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The AW586A - HP SN6000C 32-8Gb/s Ports 10/100Base-TX Fibre Channel Switch is a storage networking device designed to manage and route Fibre Channel traffic efficiently within SAN environments. It fits into enterprise and data center networks requiring high port density and fast communication speeds, providing reliable integration between storage arrays and servers.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	8Gbps
Generation	Gen 5
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 7.x, VMware ESXi 8.x, RHEL 8, RHEL 9, SLES 15, Solaris, AIX

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

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

Product Description
The AW586A - HP SN6000C switch is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch tailored for storage area networks that require rapid, reliable connectivity. Often found in data centers and enterprise environments, it handles intensive data workloads with ease. Built for network administrators and IT professionals managing complex SAN infrastructures, it balances speed and flexibility in network design. Key Features Delivers 32 ports with 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speed for efficient storage traffic Includes 10/100Base-TX Ethernet for management and control connectivity Supports zoning and advanced SAN management capabilities Enables scalable fabric designs through robust switch architecture Integrates smoothly with existing HP storage solutions This switch plays a key role in maintaining data flow and reliability across storage devices. Its consistent performance and stable connectivity make it a dependable component in SAN topologies. The switch’s architecture supports large-scale data transfer needs without compromising on operational stability.

Use Cases
The AW586A HP SN6000C switch is used to enhance storage network performance and manageability in enterprise environments. How It's Used: Connecting servers and storage arrays in SANs for high-speed data transfer Implementing zoning to segment and secure storage traffic Facilitating fabric services to manage multiple switches within a SAN Enabling network administrators to configure and monitor the SAN via Ethernet ports Supporting data backup and recovery solutions with fast storage access Overall, the AW586A switch is a critical element in building scalable and efficient storage networks that meet enterprise data availability and performance requirements.