What is the port configuration and upgrade path for HPE K2Q16A?

The K2Q16A is the base model with 12 active 16Gb/s FC ports out of 48 total SFP+ ports. Ports upgrade onsite in 12-port increments via license, reaching full 48 ports with 768Gbps aggregate bandwidth (384Gbps each direction). Autosenses 16/8Gbps with 64 default buffer credits per port, expandable to 253 max.

Does the SN6010C support advanced security features?

Yes, includes AES-256 hardware encryption, VSANs for segmentation, hardware-enforced zoning with LUN-level control, FC-SP authentication, port security, and SSHv2 management access. These ensure secure host-to-switch and switch-to-switch communications in multi-tenant environments.

What power and environmental specs does it have?

Dual redundant 300W AC hot-swap PSUs (100-240VAC, 50/60Hz) consume 100W max at 16G load. 1RU chassis (17.2x18.9x1.8in, 22lbs) operates 0-40C, up to 6500ft altitude. Hot-swap fans and PSUs enable non-disruptive maintenance.

Is it suitable for NPV mode deployments?

Yes, supports NPV with F-port trunking/channeling for edge connectivity. Translates F-ports to F-ports, ideal for top-of-rack without fabric services overhead. Combines with PortChannels for resilient uplinks to core directors.

What fabric services are included by default?

Standard services: name server, RSCN, login services, broadcast, in-order delivery. Advanced (license optional): NPIV, VSAN, PortChannels, NPV, FlexAttach, F-port trunking. Supports E/F/FL ports plus SD/ST/TE enhanced types.

How does it compare to director-class switches?

Compact alternative to MDS directors with identical 16G line-rate ports but fixed 48-port scale. Lower cost for access/edge roles, full feature parity on security/services. Scales fabrics up to 384 FC ports via ISLs.

K2Q16A - HPE InfiniScale IV IS5022 Switch

Name: K2Q16A - HPE InfiniScale IV IS5022 Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: K2Q16A

K2Q16A - HPE InfiniScale IV IS5022 Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE StoreFabric SN6010C Fibre Channel Switch (SKU K2Q16A) provides enterprise-grade 16Gb/s FC connectivity in a compact 1RU form factor. Base configuration includes 12 active ports out of 48 total, with onsite upgrades available in 12-port increments via license. It supports full line-rate non-blocking performance at 16Gbps per port, delivering 192Gbps aggregate bandwidth on 12 ports and up to 768Gbps on full 48 ports. Key features include autosensing 16/8Gbps ports, up to 256 buffer credits per port group, AES-256 encryption, VSAN segmentation, hardware zoning, FC-SP authentication, and PortChannels up to 16 links for ISL resiliency. Dual hot-swappable 300W AC power supplies and fan trays ensure high availability. Ideal for data center SAN fabrics, it supports NPV mode, F-port trunking, NPIV, and advanced fabric services like RSCN and in-order delivery. Enhances scalability and reliability in mission-critical storage environments with hot-swap optics and online diagnostics.

16Gbps autosensing ports with dedicated bandwidth per port.
Non-blocking architecture up to 768Gbps full duplex on 48 ports.
AES-256 encryption and VSANs for secure multi-tenant fabrics.
Dual hot-swap power supplies and fans for 99.999% availability.
PortChannels up to 16 links for resilient ISL connectivity.
Up to 256 buffer credits per port group for long-distance FC.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	K2Q16A
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
Model	InfiniScale IV IS5022
Management	Remote management supported (InfiniBand fabrics)
Product Line	InfiniScale IV
Product Type	InfiniBand QDR Switch
Switch Layer	Layer 2 / Fabric
Acoustic Noise	≈57.3 dB
Adaptive Routing	Supported
Switch Technology	QDR (Quad Data Rate) InfiniBand

Compatible systems

HPE Storage
Model: 3PAR, Nimble
Form factor: SAN-attached
Generation: All
Direct FC host connectivity

Best for

Data Center SAN Core
Serves as compact core switch in high-density FC fabrics connecting servers to storage arrays with low-latency 16Gbps performance.
Enterprise Edge Aggregation
Aggregates edge FC traffic in NPV mode with F-port channeling for resilient uplinks to director-class switches.
Storage Consolidation
Enables port expansion from 12 to 48 for growing SANs, supporting VSANs and zoning for multi-tenant isolation.
Disaster Recovery Fabrics
Provides PortChannels and encryption for secure, high-bandwidth ISLs between primary and DR sites.
HPC Storage Networks
Delivers non-blocking 16Gbps line-rate across all ports for parallel storage access in compute clusters.
Virtualized Environments
Supports NPIV and FlexAttach for efficient VM-to-LUN mapping in VMware or Hyper-V SANs.

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Quality of Service	Granular QoS support

Latency	<100 ns port‑to‑port
Switching Capacity	640 Gb/s non‑blocking (aggregate)

Input Voltage	100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz
Power Supplies	Single internal AC power supply
Power Consumption (Typical)	≈46 W (with passive cables) / ≈66 W (with active cables)

Weight	≈4.23 lb
Form Factor	1U rack‑mount (half‑width)
Rack Compatibility	19″ racks

Airflow	Connector‑side exhaust
Operating Humidity	10% to 90% non‑condensing
Storage Temperature	-40°C to 70°C
Operating Temperature	0°C to 45°C

Interface/Ports

Ports	8 × QSFP (InfiniBand QDR)
Port Speed	40 Gb/s per port
Virtual Lanes	9 (8 data + 1 management)
Supported Cables	Passive/active copper or fiber (QSFP)
Management Interface	I²C (RJ‑45) management port
Media Adapter Support	Fiber media adapters

HPE InfiniScale IV IS5022 Switch

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