Name: E7Y69B HP StoreFabric SN8000B 48 x SFP Ports 16GB/s Integrated Fibre Channel Blade Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: E7Y69B
Price: 999.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP StoreFabric SN8000B 48 x SFP Ports 16GB/s Integrated Fibre Channel Blade Switch serves as a core component in storage networking by providing numerous high-speed Fibre Channel ports within a blade server environment. It fits where dense, reliable SAN connections are needed, especially within HP blade infrastructure, enabling efficient and scalable storage solutions.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	E7Y69B
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	16 Gbps (Fibre Channel)
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
Security Features	RADIUS, TACACS+, SSH, Role-based access
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH, HTTP, HTTPS, Telnet

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The HP StoreFabric SN8000B blade switch provides robust Fibre Channel connectivity tailored for storage area networks (SANs) in enterprise data centers. It is commonly used in blade server chassis to deliver high-speed, low-latency storage traffic between servers and storage arrays. Built for IT professionals managing large-scale storage deployments, this switch supports dense port configurations to simplify infrastructure while maintaining performance. It's often found in environments requiring efficient data transport and storage consolidation. Key Features Delivers 48 SFP ports capable of 16Gb/s Fibre Channel speeds Provides integrated blade switch architecture compatible with HP server enclosures Facilitates scalable SAN connectivity with high port density Supports zoning and management features common in enterprise storage Ensures low-latency communication essential for mission-critical applications This switch is typically deployed within HP blade server chassis in data centers, connecting multiple servers to storage arrays through Fibre Channel fabrics. It plays a critical role in streamlining storage networking and enhancing throughput for demanding workloads.

Use Cases
The HP StoreFabric SN8000B switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and large-scale storage area networks where high-density and high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity is essential. It is well-suited for environments running virtualization workloads and mission-critical applications that demand low latency and high throughput within HP blade server infrastructures. How It's Used: Connecting multiple blade servers within HP chassis to centralized SAN storage arrays in enterprise data centers. Supporting storage virtualization platforms that require scalable and low-latency Fibre Channel fabrics in cloud service provider environments. Enabling high-throughput data replication and backup operations across storage clusters in financial services IT environments. Integrating with disaster recovery infrastructures to maintain continuous data availability in distributed enterprise networks. Facilitating high-performance computing (HPC) workloads that rely on fast, reliable storage access in research and analytics centers. This blade switch enhances operational efficiency by consolidating SAN connectivity within the blade server chassis, reducing cabling complexity and improving manageability. Its scalability and 16Gb/s Fibre Channel performance ensure that storage networks can handle growing data demands without compromising throughput or reliability.