Name: QR480B HP 48-Port Active SFP+ 16Gb/s Fiber Channel Managed Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: QR480B
Price: 2687.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (129 reviews)

Product Overview
The QR480B HP SN6000B switch provides high-density fiber channel connectivity within enterprise network racks. It balances throughput and management capabilities, fitting smoothly into fiber channel and gigabit Ethernet infrastructures. This switch maintains network efficiency through its 48 active SFP+ ports and rack-mountable design, making it a practical choice for environments demanding solid data transfer and control.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	16Gb/s
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	768 Gbps
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Connector Type	SFP+ (fiber)

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,Ethernet (Management)
Security Features	Port zoning/partitioning,Port security,SSH/SSL management access,RADIUS/TACACS+ authentication support
Management Type	CLI,Web GUI,SNMP
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,SNMP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The QR480B HP SN6000B is a managed network switch built to provide robust fiber channel performance with 48 active SFP+ ports. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise networking racks where high-speed, reliable connections are essential. IT professionals and network administrators often rely on this switch to maintain stable and efficient network traffic flow in fiber channel environments. Key Features High port density with 48 SFP+ fiber channel slots Capable of delivering 16Gb/s transfer speeds Rack-mountable 1U design facilitates organized deployments Comprehensive management features for network control Supports gigabit Ethernet for versatile connectivity This switch plays a critical role in maintaining network reliability and performance. It offers consistent throughput and flexible management tools, helping teams to streamline network operations without sacrificing speed or quality.

Use Cases
The QR480B HP SN6000B is typically deployed in data centers and large-scale enterprise networks where fiber channel connectivity is needed to handle heavy data flows. Users managing storage clusters or virtualization environments often benefit from its performance and port density. How It's Used: Connecting storage area networks in data center environments Supporting virtualization infrastructures with high-speed fiber channel links Integrating into enterprise IT racks for scalable network expansion Providing backbone connectivity in storage clusters Enabling efficient data flow in high-demand computing environments This switch supports operational efficiency by delivering reliable throughput and simplified management, facilitating scalable network growth while maintaining consistent performance across demanding workloads.