Name: SB5800V-20A8 QLogic SANbox 5800V Series 20 x Ports 8Gb/s Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Stackable Fibre Channel Switch
Brand: QLogic
SKU: SB5800V-20A8
Price: 1534.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The QLogic SANbox 5800V-20A8 is a powerful and scalable Fibre Channel switch tailored for enterprise SAN deployments requiring high bandwidth and reliability. With its 20-port base configuration, support for stackable 10Gbps links, and ultra-low latency, it ensures high-speed data transfers and seamless fabric expansion. Its advanced management features, multi-port types, and security options make it ideal for mission-critical data centers looking to scale efficiently without compromising performance or control.

General Information
Brand	QLogic
Part Number	SB5800V-20A8
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	20 x 8Gbps SFP Fibre Channel ports 4 x 10Gbps XPAK ports Universal ports supporting F_Port, FL_Port, E_Port, G_Port, and GL_Port
Number of Ports	20-Ports

Management and Configuration
Management Type	QuickTools web applet, Command Line Interface (CLI), SNMP, RADIUS, FTP, TFTP, SMI-S, API, GS-4 Management Server (including FDMI)
Security	802.1X authentication, RADIUS support, Access Control Lists (ACLs), SSL encryption, SSH support

Power & Cooling
Power Supply	Single integrated power supply

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.7 x 17 x 20 inches
Weight	3.00

Product Description
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.

Use Cases
The QLogic SANbox 5800V-20A8 switch is predominantly deployed in enterprise data centers where high-throughput and low-latency Fibre Channel connectivity are critical. It is well-suited for environments with demanding storage networking needs such as virtualization clusters and large-scale storage area networks, providing reliable and scalable SAN fabric infrastructure for IT professionals and system architects. How It's Used: Providing high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity in enterprise SANs supporting virtualization workloads. Enabling scalable fabric expansion in data centers with stackable 10Gbps links for storage clusters. Facilitating low-latency storage access for mission-critical database applications in financial institutions. Supporting consolidated storage environments in cloud service provider infrastructures with multi-port management. Delivering dependable SAN fabric control and monitoring for IT operators managing large-scale rack deployments. This switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent, low-latency performance and flexible scalability essential for modern SAN architectures. Its stacking capability and robust management features help maintain seamless fabric control, enabling data centers to adapt to growing storage demands without compromising throughput or reliability.