Name: QK711B-CHASSIS HP StoreFabric SN8000B 4-Slot 9U Fibre Channel SAN Director Chassis
Brand: HP
SKU: QK711B-CHASSIS
Price: 3771.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The QK711B-CHASSIS is a dedicated 9U rack-mountable enclosure designed to hold the HP StoreFabric SN8000B SAN switch and related expansion modules. It provides a structured, expandable platform that fits into data center racks, ensuring organized deployment of Layer 2 managed switch components. Its design focuses on maximizing modularity and scalability within storage networking environments.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
NIM Slot	4
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45), USB Console, CLI, Web GUI, SNMP
Security Features	Zoning and fabric security features (SAN zoning, access controls)
Management Type	Managed
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH, HTTPS (typical)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	9U rack-mount (Director chassis, 9U height)
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The QK711B-CHASSIS serves as a robust enclosure for the HP StoreFabric SN8000B SAN switch, providing a sturdy 9U rack-mountable frame. It is built to accommodate multiple expansion modules, enhancing network scalability and flexibility. Commonly found in data center environments, this chassis supports administrators and IT professionals managing storage networks that require reliable, high-performance switching hardware. Key Features Modular design with four expansion slots for flexible configuration. Supports Layer 2 managed power pack+ director switch components. Designed for 9U rack mounting to optimize data center space. Enables scalable storage network deployments with enhanced connectivity. Robust construction ensures durability and consistent operation. This chassis plays a vital role in organizing and housing critical network components within storage area networks. Its reliable build and expansion capacity help maintain stable performance and simplify hardware management in complex IT infrastructures. By effectively supporting storage networking equipment, it contributes to overall system reliability and operational continuity.

Use Cases
The QK711B-CHASSIS is typically utilized in data center settings where high-capacity storage area networks require a scalable and manageable hardware foundation. IT teams working on enterprise storage solutions often rely on this chassis to support modular SAN switches, ensuring flexible and organized network infrastructure. It is well-suited for environments demanding reliable, high-density rack deployments with managed connectivity. How It's Used: Hosting multiple expansion modules in enterprise storage network racks. Providing a modular platform for Layer 2 managed SAN switches in data centers. Supporting scalable SAN switch deployments in virtualization-heavy environments. Facilitating organized network hardware arrangement in large IT infrastructure racks. Ensuring stable operation of power pack+ director switches in storage clusters. By centralizing key network components within a robust chassis, the QK711B supports operational efficiency and scalability in demanding storage networking environments. Its design simplifies hardware management and helps maintain consistent network performance across complex deployments.