Name: SANB-008-004 Sun 8-Port 2Gbps Fibre Channel SAN Switch Rack-Mount
Brand: Sun
SKU: SANB-008-004
Price: 580.08 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The SANB-008-004 Sun SANbox 8 x Port Fibre Channel Switch connects multiple storage devices and servers within a SAN, delivering efficient and reliable data transfer. It fits into existing storage infrastructure, supporting environments where consistent performance and uptime are essential.

General Information
Brand	Sun
Part Number	SANB-008-004
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	8
Number of Ports	8-Ports
Port Type	SFP
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45), Web GUI, CLI (SSH/Telnet), SNMP
Security Features	Zoning, LUN masking, Access control
Management Type	In-band, Out-of-band
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH, Telnet, HTTP/HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	4.00

Product Description
The SANB-008-004 Sun SANbox is a Fibre Channel switch built for storage area networks that demand fast and dependable data connections. Often found in data centers and enterprise IT setups, it facilitates communication between servers and storage devices with minimal latency. Typically used by IT administrators and storage professionals, this switch ensures efficient management of storage traffic, optimizing performance in environments where data availability and speed are critical. Key Features Eight ports offering dedicated Fibre Channel connections for storage devices Supports Fibre Channel speeds up to 2 Gbps for rapid data throughput Compact design fits easily into standard server racks Provides reliable switching to maintain consistent network uptime Allows for scalable SAN configurations as storage needs grow The SANbox switch is commonly deployed in medium to large scale SANs, enabling seamless integration of storage arrays and servers. Its role in streamlining data flow helps reduce bottlenecks, making it a practical choice for organizations focused on steady and secure storage access.

Use Cases
The SANB-008-004 Sun 8-Port 2Gbps Fibre Channel SAN Switch is typically deployed in medium to large-scale SAN environments where reliable, high-speed storage connectivity is critical. Storage administrators and IT professionals in enterprise data centers or remote storage clusters benefit most from this switch’s ability to maintain consistent storage network performance and uptime. How It's Used: Connecting multiple servers and storage arrays in data center SAN fabric to streamline virtual machine storage access. Supporting small to medium-sized enterprise IT environments requiring dedicated high-speed Fibre Channel storage links. Integrating with storage area networks in disaster recovery sites for efficient replication and backup processes. Facilitating storage virtualization projects by providing scalable, low-latency interconnects between hosts and storage devices. Deploying in rack-mounted configurations within clustered storage systems to optimize space and cable management. This switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent Fibre Channel performance and scalability in SAN deployments. Its compact rack-mount design allows IT teams to expand storage connectivity without compromising space, supporting evolving storage demands and reducing infrastructure complexity.

SANB-008-004 Sun 8-Port 2Gbps Fibre Channel SAN Switch Rack-Mount

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Management and Configuration

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases