Name: Q0U59A HP StoreFabric SN6600B 24 x SFP+ Ports 32Gb/s Fibre Channel + 4 x QSFP+ Ports Managed 1U Rack-mountable Network Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: Q0U59A
Price: 20791.21 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP StoreFabric SN6600B switch provides a reliable way to connect servers and storage over Fibre Channel networks. With its mix of SFP+ and QSFP+ ports, it fits into various SAN setups and data center racks, offering managed control to keep storage traffic running smoothly.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	Q0U59A
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	24
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	SFP+, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	32 Gbps Fibre Channel (SFP+); 40 Gbps (QSFP+)
UpLink Ports	4
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP+

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	Zoning, Fabric Login (FLOGI) controls, RADIUS/TACACS+ authentication support, Port-level security
Remote Management Protocol	CLI,SSH,Web GUI,SNMP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliant Standards	Fibre Channel standards (FC-SW/FC-4)

Product Description
The HP StoreFabric SN6600B is a network switch built for managing Fibre Channel storage traffic. It is commonly found in data centers where reliable, high-throughput connections are crucial for storage area networks (SANs). IT professionals and storage administrators use this switch to maintain fast, stable communication between storage devices and servers. Key Features Offers 24 SFP+ ports supporting 32Gb/s Fibre Channel for high-speed storage connectivity Includes 4 QSFP+ ports to enable flexible uplink options and increased bandwidth Managed switch capabilities allow for fine control over network traffic and security Compact 1U form factor saves valuable rack space in server rooms Designed to integrate seamlessly within existing SAN infrastructures This switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers or large IT environments where fast and efficient storage networking is needed. It helps ensure data moves quickly and reliably across the network, reducing bottlenecks and supporting critical applications.

Use Cases
The HP StoreFabric SN6600B switch is primarily deployed in enterprise data centers and large-scale storage area networks where high-speed, low-latency Fibre Channel connectivity is critical. It benefits IT teams managing virtualization environments, SAN clusters, and storage-intensive workloads requiring reliable and scalable Fibre Channel infrastructure. How It's Used: Connecting servers and storage arrays in enterprise SANs to facilitate high-throughput data transfers for mission-critical applications. Integrating into virtualization environments to support dense, multi-tenant storage traffic with managed QoS and zoning capabilities. Scaling storage clusters in cloud service provider data centers where flexible port configurations and uplink bandwidth are essential. Deploying in rack-mounted configurations for consolidated storage networking in high-performance computing (HPC) environments. Extending Fibre Channel fabrics across geographically dispersed data centers to support disaster recovery and business continuity. This switch enhances operational efficiency by providing managed, high-bandwidth connectivity tailored to demanding SAN deployments. Its scalable port architecture supports evolving storage requirements without compromising performance or network stability.