SB5800V-20A8

The QLogic SANbox 5800V-20A8 is a high-performance managed Fibre Channel switch engineered for modern SAN environments requiring speed, scalability, and robust management. Equipped with 20 x 8Gbps SFP Fibre Channel ports, it is upgradeable in 4-port increments, offering flexibility to scale as network demands increase. It includes 4 x 10Gbps XPAK stacking ports, which can be upgraded to 20Gbps, ensuring seamless stacking and inter-switch connectivity. With a switching capacity of 544 Gbps and a non-blocking architecture, this switch guarantees optimal performance even in data-heavy workloads.

The system delivers an ultra-low forwarding latency of less than 0.2 microseconds and supports maximum frame sizes up to 2,148 bytes. It features advanced buffering via ASIC-embedded memory and supports extended distance transmissions. The switch includes comprehensive management options such as a CLI, web GUI (QuickTools), SNMP, and support for enterprise tools. Security is enforced through 802.1X, SSH/SSL, RADIUS, and ACLs, ensuring safe and controlled access to network resources.

Key Features

• 20 x 8Gbps SFP Fibre Channel ports with incremental upgrade support

• 4 x 10Gbps XPAK stacking ports (upgradeable to 20Gbps)

• Switching capacity of 544 Gbps with 204 Mpps forwarding rate

• Latency under 0.2 microseconds for real-time responsiveness

• ASIC-based buffering with support for long-distance transmission

• Supports F_Port, FL_Port, E_Port, G_Port, and GL_Port types

• Compatible with 8/4/2Gbps hot-swappable SFP+ transceivers

• Secure access with 802.1X, SSH/SSL, ACLs, and RADIUS

• Managed via CLI, QuickTools, SNMP, and enterprise fabric suite

• 1U rack-mountable form factor with integrated power supply

This switch is tailored for high-throughput storage environments, offering a scalable, secure, and efficient infrastructure solution for demanding enterprise SANs.