What port configuration does the HPE Q0U59A SN6600B provide?

The HPE StoreFabric SN6600B (Q0U59A) features 24x 32Gb/s SFP+ ports configurable as 48x 16Gb/s or 24x 32Gb/s, plus 4x 128Gbps QSFP+ ports for inter-switch links. This Power Pack+ model supports flexible licensing for optimal density in SAN deployments.

What is the switching capacity and stacking capability?

Base switching capacity is 176 Gbps full-duplex, expanding to 352 Gbps when stacked with additional SN6600B switches. Non-blocking architecture ensures wire-speed performance across all ports for demanding storage workloads.

Is encryption supported on this Fibre Channel switch?

Yes, the SN6600B supports hardware-based FC encryption for data-in-flight security, compliant with FIPS 140-2 standards. This protects sensitive data in multi-tenant or regulated environments without performance impact.

What form factor and power options are available?

1U rack-mountable chassis (1.75 inches height) with dual hot-swappable power supplies and fans for redundancy. Typical power draw is 120W, suitable for standard 19-inch racks in datacenters.

What management software is compatible?

Managed through Brocade Network Advisor (BNA) or Web Tools, with CLI access via SSH. Supports integration with HPE OneView for unified infrastructure management in HPE server/storage environments.

Is this switch suitable for NVMe over FC?

Yes, 32Gb/s port speeds and Gen 6 Fibre Channel features make it NVMe-oF ready. Supports low-latency requirements for disaggregated storage architectures in modern cloud-native deployments.

Q0U59A - HPE Q0U59A SN6600B 24x32G SFP+ 4xQSFP+ FC Switch

Name: HPE Q0U59A SN6600B 24x32G SFP+ 4xQSFP+ FC Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: Q0U59A

Q0U59A - HPE Q0U59A SN6600B 24x32G SFP+ 4xQSFP+ FC Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE StoreFabric SN6600B (Q0U59A) is a high-performance 1U Fibre Channel switch optimized for enterprise and datacenter Storage Area Network (SAN) deployments. Featuring 24x 32Gb/s SFP+ ports and 4x QSFP+ ports, it provides 176 Gbps switching capacity, doubling to 352 Gbps when stacked. This managed B-series switch supports advanced features including encryption, NVMe over Fabrics readiness, and robust QoS for mission-critical workloads. Its compact rack-mountable design suits top-of-rack or director-class fabrics, ensuring low-latency, non-blocking connectivity for servers to storage arrays. Ideal for consolidating SAN traffic in virtualization, cloud, and big data environments, it reduces cabling complexity while maintaining high availability through redundant power and management options. Retired product with proven reliability in Gen6/Gen7 HPE storage ecosystems.

24x 32Gb/s SFP+ ports for high-density FC connectivity.
176 Gbps switching capacity, stackable to 352 Gbps.
1U rack-mountable with redundant power supplies.
Supports FC encryption and NVMe over Fabrics.
4x QSFP+ ports for high-speed fabric uplinks.
Managed via Brocade Network Advisor software.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	Q0U59A
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
Management	Brocade Network Advisor, Web Tools, CLI
FC Protocols	F-port, E-port, NPIV, Access Gateway
NVMe Support	NVMe over FC ready
Product Name	HPE StoreFabric SN6600B 32Gb 48/24 Power Pack+ FC Switch

Network & Communication

Buffer Credits
QoS	8 priority levels
Latency	<1 µs port-to-port

Compatible systems

Optimized for HPE ProLiant servers and 3PAR StoreServ arrays with Gen6 FC standards. Backward compatible to 16/8Gb devices.

HPE ProLiant
Model: DL380 Gen10
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: Gen10
Direct FC HBA connectivity via 32Gb adapters.
HPE 3PAR
Model: StoreServ 8000
Form factor: SAN Array
Generation: Gen5/6
Primary fabric switch for host-to-array zoning.

Best for

SAN Core Switching
Serves as core switch in mid-sized SAN fabrics connecting multiple servers to shared storage arrays with high throughput.
Datacenter Edge
Deploys at rack edge for low-latency FC connectivity in virtualized environments supporting VMware and Hyper-V.
Storage Consolidation
Consolidates legacy 16Gb to 32Gb fabrics, reducing port count via QSFP+ uplinks for cost efficiency.
NVMe-oF Ready
Prepares fabrics for NVMe over FC transitions with 32Gb speeds and low-latency architecture.
Disaster Recovery

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Zoning	Hardware enforced
Encryption	Supported (FIPS 140-2)

Height	1.75 inches / 44.45 mm
Optics	32Gb SFP+ short/long range
Weight	Approximately 12 kg
Form Factor	1U Rack Mountable

Airflow	Port-side to PSU-side
Temperature Range	0-40°C operating

Ports SFP+	24 x 32Gb/s (48x16Gb mode)
Ports QSFP+	4 x 128Gbps

HPE Q0U59A SN6600B 24x32G SFP+ 4xQSFP+ FC Switch

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