Name: C8R43A HP StoreFabric SN6500B 96-Port 16GB SFP+ Fibre Channel Switch 10Base-X 2U
Brand: HP
SKU: C8R43A
Price: 6287.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP StoreFabric SN6500B is a rack-mountable Fibre Channel switch designed to provide high-density, high-speed storage connectivity. It fits into enterprise storage networks where multiple servers and storage devices need reliable 16GB/s connections over Fibre Channel. The switch supports Layer 2 management features to help administrators monitor and control SAN traffic efficiently.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	C8R43A
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	96
Number of Ports	96-Ports
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	16Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	3072 Gbps (3.072 Tbps, full-duplex)
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP+

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	Zoning, Role-based access control, RADIUS/TACACS+ authentication, SSH/SSL, Port security
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP (v1/v2c/v3), SSH, Telnet, HTTP, HTTPS

Power & Cooling
Fans	Redundant hot-plug fans
Power Supply	Dual hot-plug redundant AC power supplies

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus
Compliant Standards	Fibre Channel (16GFC)

Product Description
The HP StoreFabric SN6500B is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch designed to handle the demanding needs of storage area networks (SANs). It’s commonly used in enterprise data centers where large volumes of data require fast and reliable transport between servers and storage arrays. Built for IT professionals managing complex storage environments, the SN6500B offers robust management tools and scalability to support growing network demands. It’s often found in setups where high throughput and low latency are critical, such as virtualized infrastructures or backup solutions. Key Features Provides 96 high-speed 16GB SFP+ ports to connect multiple storage devices Layer 2 management capabilities simplify network configuration and monitoring 2U form factor fits standard data center racks with ease Supports 10Base-X standards to ensure stable 10Gbps connectivity Optimized for SAN environments requiring reliable, dedicated storage traffic This switch is typically deployed in enterprise storage networks where performance and reliability matter most. It helps streamline data flow between servers and storage systems, reducing bottlenecks and improving overall efficiency. The SN6500B plays a key role in maintaining smooth operations in data centers that rely on fast access to large data sets.

Use Cases
The HP StoreFabric SN6500B switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and storage area networks (SANs) that require high-density and high-throughput Fibre Channel connectivity. It is ideal for IT administrators managing large storage clusters and virtualization environments where consistent, low-latency access to storage resources is critical. How It's Used: Connecting multiple storage arrays in enterprise SANs to streamline data access for virtualization hosts. Supporting mission-critical database environments where stable 16Gbps Fibre Channel connections reduce input/output bottlenecks. Integrating storage fabrics in large-scale data centers requiring rack-mountable, high-port-count switches for dense deployments. Facilitating disaster recovery and backup operations by ensuring high-speed, reliable SAN traffic across geographically distributed sites. Providing network segmentation and traffic management for multi-tenant storage infrastructures in service provider environments. By delivering scalable, high-performance Fibre Channel switching, this device supports efficient SAN traffic management and enhances storage network resilience. Its integration in complex storage environments helps organizations maintain data availability and optimize resource utilization.