Name: C8R42A HPE 96-Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Layer 2 Managed SN6500B Switch 2U
Brand: HPE
SKU: C8R42A
Price: 8999.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP StoreFabric SN6500B is a Fibre Channel switch designed for enterprise storage networks, providing extensive port capacity and managed Layer 2 networking. It fits well within data centers that require reliable, high-speed connections between storage devices and servers.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	C8R42A
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Number of Ports	96-Ports
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	16 Gbps
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP+

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI, Web GUI, SNMP, SSH, RADIUS, TACACS+, Serial Console (RJ-45), USB Console
Security Features	Fibre Channel zoning, Role-based access control (RBAC), RADIUS, TACACS+, SSH
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH, Telnet, HTTP/HTTPS, RADIUS, TACACS+

Power & Cooling
Power Supply	Power Pack+

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	2U rack-mountable (height: 2U / ~3.5 in), 19 in rack width, depth varies by module
Weight	5.00

Product Description
The HP StoreFabric SN6500B is a high-density Fibre Channel network switch tailored for storage area networks (SANs). It's built to handle large-scale data traffic with its 96 expansion slots supporting 16Gb speeds, making it a strong fit for enterprises that demand fast and reliable storage communication. Often found in data centers and SAN deployments, this 2U rack-mountable switch is designed to streamline storage infrastructure. IT professionals and network administrators benefit from its managed Layer 2 features, enabling efficient control over data flow and network segmentation. Key Features Offers 96 ports running at 16Gbps for high throughput Compact 2U form factor suited for dense rack installations Layer 2 management capabilities allow flexible network configurations Power Pack+ ensures stable and continuous operation under load Supports advanced Fibre Channel protocols for SAN environments This switch is typically deployed in enterprise SANs, where consistent and high-speed storage connectivity is critical. Its robust design helps maintain smooth operations in environments where downtime or lag can impact business workflows.

Use Cases
The HPE 96-Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Layer 2 Managed SN6500B Switch is ideal for large-scale enterprise data centers requiring high-density storage networking. It serves environments where robust, low-latency connectivity between servers and SAN storage arrays is critical, such as virtualization clusters and mission-critical application workloads. How It's Used: Connecting multiple storage arrays in a large data center to support high-throughput backup and recovery operations. Enabling high-performance SAN fabric for virtualization platforms in enterprise IT environments. Supporting storage clusters in cloud service provider infrastructures requiring scalable and reliable Fibre Channel connectivity. Facilitating high-availability storage access in financial institutions where transaction speeds and data integrity are paramount. Integrating with existing 16Gb Fibre Channel SANs in healthcare data centers managing large imaging and patient record repositories. This switch enhances operational efficiency by consolidating numerous storage connections into a manageable, scalable fabric. Its Layer 2 management capabilities allow for optimized traffic flow and simplified network administration in high-density rack deployments.