Name: QK713C HP 32-Port 16Gb/s Fibre Channel Blade Switch SN8000B
Brand: HP
SKU: QK713C
Price: 5155.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP StoreFabric SN8000B 32-Port Fibre Channel Blade Switch offers a dense, high-speed connection point within blade server environments, enabling robust storage networking. It's designed to handle demanding SAN traffic in enterprise data centers, ensuring efficient and reliable data transport without taking up excessive space.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	QK713C
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	32
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	16Gb/s
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1024 Gbps
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	Zoning
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, SNMP, HTTP/HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Product Description
The HP StoreFabric SN8000B 32-Port Fibre Channel Blade Switch is built for managing large-scale storage area networks with high throughput and low latency. It is often found in data centers where robust and reliable connectivity between servers and storage arrays is critical. This switch is commonly used in enterprise environments by network administrators and IT professionals looking to streamline storage traffic and maintain consistent performance levels. Its blade form factor allows it to fit neatly within existing chassis infrastructures, saving valuable rack space. Key Features Provides 32 high-speed Fibre Channel ports running at 16Gb/s Integrates seamlessly within blade server chassis to minimize footprint Delivers low latency and high availability for storage traffic Compatible with a wide range of SAN devices and protocols Supports advanced traffic management to optimize network performance These switches are typically deployed in large enterprise data centers, facilitating fast and reliable communication between storage systems and servers. They help maintain smooth data workflows, making them a cornerstone component for storage networks handling demanding workloads.

Use Cases
The QK713C HP 32-Port 16Gb/s Fibre Channel Blade Switch SN8000B is primarily deployed in enterprise data centers where high-speed, reliable SAN connectivity is critical. It is well-suited for IT teams managing dense blade server environments that require optimized storage traffic management to support virtualization, large-scale databases, and mission-critical applications. How It's Used: Connecting storage clusters within blade server enclosures in large enterprise IT infrastructures. Facilitating high-throughput data transfers for virtualization workloads in consolidated data center racks. Supporting SAN traffic in financial services environments with stringent latency and availability requirements. Enabling scalable and manageable storage networking in cloud service provider facilities. Integrating with high-performance computing (HPC) clusters that demand low-latency and high-bandwidth storage access. This blade switch enhances operational efficiency by providing dense port configurations that save physical space while maintaining high data throughput. Its design supports scalable network expansion, enabling organizations to accommodate growing storage needs without compromising performance or manageability.

QK713C HP 32-Port 16Gb/s Fibre Channel Blade Switch SN8000B

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Management and Configuration

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases