Name: HPE R6B05A SN6700B 64Gb 56/24 24-port 32Gb Short Wave SFP28 Integrated Fibre Channel Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: R6B05A
Price: 15950.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE R6B05A SN6700B switch acts as a core component for Fibre Channel storage networks, providing 24 ports with 32Gb short wave SFP28 optics. It fits into data center SANs where it handles high-speed, low-latency connections between servers and storage devices, supporting storage workloads that demand reliable and fast data transport.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	R6B05A
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	24
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	25G SFP28
Port Speed	32Gb
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP28 (32Gb short-wave)

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,SNMP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Product Description
The HPE R6B05A SN6700B switch provides robust, high-performance storage networking for modern data centers. It is often found in enterprise SANs where fast and reliable Fibre Channel connections are essential for storage traffic. Built for IT professionals managing storage infrastructure, it supports intensive workloads by enabling smooth data transfers across connected devices. This switch is commonly used in environments that demand low latency and high bandwidth, such as virtualization and large-scale backup systems. Key Features Offers 24 ports with SFP28 transceivers optimized for 32Gb Fibre Channel speeds Supports short wave optics for extended reach within data centers Integrates seamlessly into HPE SAN architectures for simplified management Delivers consistent throughput to handle demanding storage traffic Equipped with features for high availability and reliability in critical environments This switch is typically deployed in enterprise storage networks to connect servers and storage arrays efficiently. It helps ensure that data flows quickly and reliably, supporting the performance needs of applications that rely on fast access to storage systems.

Use Cases
The HPE R6B05A SN6700B switch is primarily deployed in enterprise data centers and large-scale SAN environments that require robust, low-latency storage connectivity. It benefits organizations managing intensive storage workloads such as virtualization, database clustering, and high-performance computing that depend on high-throughput and reliable Fibre Channel networking. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays to virtualization hosts in large enterprise data centers for optimized VM storage access. Supporting high-transaction database applications in financial institutions demanding consistent low latency. Enabling scalable storage clusters in research and scientific computing environments with heavy data throughput. Facilitating multi-site storage replication and disaster recovery over dedicated SAN fabrics. Integrating with cloud service providers’ infrastructure to deliver fast and reliable storage backend connectivity. This switch enhances operational efficiency by providing high port density and speed for storage traffic, allowing seamless scaling of SAN fabrics. Its integration capabilities support evolving data center architectures where performance and stability are critical.

HPE R6B05A SN6700B 64Gb 56/24 24-port 32Gb Short Wave SFP28 Integrated Fibre Channel Switch

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Management and Configuration

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases