What port configurations does the HPE SN6000B support?

The SN6000B offers configurable 24, 36, or 48 ports with Ports on Demand scaling in 12-port increments from 24 to 48. Ports are universal (E, F, M, D, EX) supporting switch, fabric, and extension modes for flexible SAN integration.

What Fibre Channel speeds are available?

It supports 4, 8, 10, and 16 Gbps per port, backward compatible with previous generations. ISL Trunking enables up to 128 Gbps aggregated bandwidth between switches, ideal for high-performance fabrics.

What is the form factor and power setup?

The switch is 1U rackmount (43 x 438 x 443 mm, 9.16 kg with PSUs). It features hot-swappable power supplies; Power Pack+ models include advanced software for enhanced management.

What management features are included?

Point-and-click user interface and Web Tools simplify deployment. Power Pack+ provides Adaptive Networking, Fabric Watch, Performance Monitor, Extended Fabric, ISL Trunking, and Server Application Optimization.

Is it suitable for virtualized datacenters?

Yes, designed for hyper-scale virtualized environments with 16 Gbps technology, high port density, and scalability up to 48 ports in 1U, supporting private cloud storage demands.

What aggregate bandwidth can it achieve?

Up to 384 Gbps aggregate device bandwidth at full 48-port 16 Gbps configuration, with switching fabric capacity of 2.88 Tbps and max forwarding rate of 4.28 billion frames/sec.

SN6000B - HP SN6000B 16Gb Fibre Channel Switch Switch

Name: SN6000B - HP SN6000B 16Gb Fibre Channel Switch Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: SN6000B
Price: 315 USD
Availability: InStock

SN6000B - HP SN6000B 16Gb Fibre Channel Switch Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE SN6000B Fibre Channel Switch (SKU: SN6000B) is a B-series 16Gb model designed for datacenter environments, offering configurable 24, 36, or 48 ports with Ports on Demand scaling in 12-port increments. It supports 4, 8, 10, and 16 Gbps Fibre Channel speeds per port, backward compatible for flexible integration. The 1U rackmount form factor ensures energy-efficient deployment with hot-swappable power supplies. Management features include point-and-click UI and Web Tools, while Power Pack+ software enables Adaptive Networking, Fabric Watch, ISL Trunking up to 128 Gbps, Extended Fabric, Performance Monitor, and Server Application Optimization. Ideal for hyper-scale private cloud and virtualized storage, it simplifies SAN deployment with high port density, reliability, and investment protection through pay-as-you-grow scalability.

24-48 ports scalable via PoD in 12-port increments
16 Gbps FC speeds, backward compatible 4/8/10 Gbps
1U rackmount with hot-swappable power supplies
Power Pack+ Adaptive Networking and ISL Trunking
Point-and-click UI and Web Tools management
Universal E/F/M/D/EX ports for flexible SAN

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Refunds within 14 days and replacements within 30 days of delivery with an RMA (25% restocking fee on customer-initiated returns), and every part carries our Standard 30-Day Warranty - see our return policy or contact US IT Hardware.

Featuring

Manufacturer part #	SN6000B
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	SN6000B 16Gb Fibre Channel Switch
FC Classes	Class 2, Class 3, Class F
Technology	16 Gbps Fibre Channel; supports 4/8/10/16 Gbps speeds
Product Line	B-series
Product Type	Fibre Channel Switch
Management Software	Power Pack+ (Adaptive Networking, Fabric Watch, Advanced Performance Monitor, Extended Fabric, ISL Trunking, Server Application Optimization)
Supported Protocols	Fibre Channel protocols; Power Pack+ includes Adaptive Networking, Fabric Watch, ISL Trunking, Extended Fabric, Performance Monitor, Server Application Optimization

Compatible systems

Compatible with HPE 10000 G2 Series racks; OS compatibility not specified in sources.

HPE 10000 G2 Series
Form factor: 22U, 36U, 42U racks
Compatible with HP 10000 G2 Series racks

Best for

Datacenter SAN
Provides 24-48 ports with 16 Gbps speeds and Ports on Demand scaling for high-density edge switching in enterprise SANs.
Virtualized Environments
Supports 4/8/10/16 Gbps with Power Pack+ features like Adaptive Networking and Performance Monitor to optimize highly virtualized workloads.
Private Cloud Storage
1U form factor and ISL Trunking up to 128 Gbps enable efficient, scalable connectivity for hyper-scale private cloud deployments.
Workgroup/Departmental
Configurable ports and hot-swappable power supplies offer flexibility and reliability for departmental storage networks.

ISL Trunking	up to 128 Gb/s
Ethernet Speed	16 Gbps per port maximum; backward compatible with 4/8/10 Gbps
Switching Fabric	2.88 Tbps
Max Forwarding Rate	4.28 billion frames/sec

Max Wattage	384-768 Gbit/sec full duplex
Power Supplies	Hot-swappable power supplies; Power Pack+ models include advanced software features

Height	1U
Rack Units	1U
Form Factor	1U rackmount
Hot-pluggable Fans	Yes (integrated with power supply)

HP SN6000B 16Gb Fibre Channel Switch Switch

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