Name: QK711DR HP StoreFabric Sn8000b 4-Slot 9U Rack Layer 2 Managed SAN Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: QK711DR
Price: 4557.44 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The QK711DR HP StoreFabric Sn8000b is a Layer 2 managed SAN switch featuring four expansion slots housed in a 9U rack-mountable chassis. It fits well within enterprise data centers aiming to expand their storage fabric capabilities while ensuring reliable and manageable network performance.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 2, Managed Switch, Modular Switch
Form Factor	Chassis-Based
Port Type	SFP+
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,RJ-45 (out-of-band mgmt)
Security Features	SSH,RADIUS,TACACS+,Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Management Type	CLI,Web GUI
Remote Management Protocol	SNMPv1/v2/v3,SSH,Telnet

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans
Power Supply	Hot-plug redundant power supplies

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	9U Rack-mountable (chassis)
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The QK711DR HP StoreFabric Sn8000b SAN switch is built to expand storage area network capabilities with its four flexible expansion slots. Often found in enterprise SAN deployments, it supports high-density rack environments with its 9U form factor. Typically used by storage network administrators and IT professionals managing large-scale data infrastructures, this switch delivers reliable Layer 2 management features that help streamline SAN traffic control and connectivity. Key Features Offers four hot-pluggable expansion slots to enhance connectivity options Supports advanced Layer 2 protocols for efficient traffic handling Designed for mounting in standard 9U racks to optimize space utilization Incorporates Power Pack+ technology for improved power efficiency and performance Provides consistent throughput suited for demanding storage workloads This SAN switch plays a crucial role in maintaining stable and scalable storage networks. Its design focuses on dependable operation and straightforward management, making it a practical choice for environments requiring consistent storage connectivity.

Use Cases
This SAN switch is typically deployed in data centers requiring scalable, high-performance storage networking. IT teams responsible for managing extensive SAN infrastructures benefit from its expansion capabilities and rack-optimized design. How It's Used: Expanding storage network capacity in enterprise SAN fabric deployments Supporting high-density rack environments in data centers Providing Layer 2 managed connectivity for storage clusters Facilitating fiber channel network scalability for virtualization platforms Integrating with director-class SAN switches in large-scale storage architectures By enabling flexible expansion and consistent performance, this switch helps sustain efficient storage network operations. It supports the scalability and management needs typically encountered in complex SAN environments without excessive overhead.