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HPE SN6000 Stackable Fibre Channel Switch Switch

Name: BK780B - HPE SN6000 Stackable Fibre Channel Switch Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: BK780B

MPN: BK780B·By: HPE

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Product overview

The HPE SN6000 Stackable Fibre Channel Switch (SKU: BK780B) is a managed stackable switch designed for enterprise SAN environments. It features 12 x 8Gb SFP+ active device ports, expandable to 20 ports in 4-port increments via license, plus 4 x 10Gb/20Gb Fibre Channel XPAK ISL stacking ports. Supporting data rates of 8 Gbps per port and stacking up to 120 ports across 2-6 switches, it enables scalable fabrics with protocols including FC-Al-2, FC-Ph-3, and FC-Sw-5. Management options include SNMP, TFTP, SMI-S, SSH, and CLI via 1x RJ-45 and 1x RS-232 ports. The 1U rack-mountable form factor with single power supply suits data centers needing cost-effective expansion. Ideal for core/edge deployments interconnecting servers and storage arrays reliably, it integrates with HPE B-Series SANs, supporting NPIV and ISL trunking for high availability.

12x 8Gb SFP+ ports, expandable to 20 via license
4x 10/20Gb stacking ports, up to 120 ports/stack
8 Gbps per port full duplex with FC protocols
1U rack-mountable, single power supply
SNMP/SSH/CLI management for enterprise SAN
Supports 2-6 switches per stack for scalability

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	BK780B
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
Model	SN6000 Stackable Fibre Channel Switch
Product Line	SN6000
Product Type	Managed Stackable Switch
Management Software	SCM software
Management Protocols	SNMP, TFTP, SMI-S, SSH, CLI
Standards Compliance	8Gb Fibre Channel
Fibre Channel Protocols	FC-Al-2, FC-Da, FC-Ph-2, FC-Ph-3, FC-Tape, FC-Vi, FC-Sp, FC-Ls, FC-Mi-2, FC-Pi-4, FC-Fs-3, FC-Gs-6, FC-Pi-3, FC-Sw-5

Network & Communication

Data Rate	8 Gbps per port; Supports 10/20 Gbps stacking
Stacking Capacity	Up to 120 ports per stack; Supports 2-6 switches per stack

Power Consumption

Max Wattage	75W
Power Supplies	Single Power Supply

Physical Characteristics

Height	1U
Weight	5.5 kg
Rack Units	1U
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable 1U

Interface/Ports

Stacking Ports	4 x 10Gb/20Gb Fibre Channel XPAK ISL ports
Management Ports	1 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX RJ-45; 1 x RS-232 9-Pin D-Sub (DB-9)
Fibre Channel Ports	12 x 8Gb SFP+ active device ports; Expandable to 20 ports in 4-port increments with license

Compatible systems

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Best for

SAN Fabric Expansion
Stack up to 6 switches for 120 ports using 4x 10/20Gb ISL ports, enabling non-disruptive growth in enterprise storage networks.
Data Center Core
12x 8Gb SFP+ ports at 8 Gbps support high-throughput server-to-storage connectivity with full-duplex performance.
Edge Deployments
1U rack-mountable design with management ports fits edge SAN roles, expandable to 20 ports via license.
Heterogeneous Fabrics
Supports extensive FC protocols like FC-Ph-3 and FC-Sw-5 for integration across HPE B-Series environments.

Frequently asked questions

What are the port configurations on the HPE SN6000 BK780B?

It features 12 x 8Gb SFP+ active device ports expandable to 20 in 4-port increments with license, plus 4 x 10Gb/20Gb Fibre Channel XPAK ISL stacking ports. Management includes 1 x 10/100Base-T RJ-45 and 1 x RS-232 DB-9, supporting 8/4/2 Gbps speeds per device port.

How does stacking work on this switch?

Stacking uses 4 dedicated 10/20Gb ISL ports to connect 2-6 switches into a single manageable unit with up to 120 ports capacity. Supports cascade, ring, mesh topologies; multi-stack setups exceed 500 ports. Upgrade to 20 Gbps via license for higher bandwidth.

What Fibre Channel protocols are supported?

Comprehensive support includes FC-Al-2, FC-Da, FC-Ph-2, FC-Ph-3, FC-Tape, FC-Vi, FC-Sp, FC-Ls, FC-Mi-2, FC-Pi-4, FC-Fs-3, FC-Gs-6, FC-Pi-3, FC-Sw-5. Enables interoperability with HPE B-Series SANs, NPIV, ISL trunking, and transparent routing.

What is the form factor and power setup?

1U rack-mountable chassis with single power supply (AC 120/230V). Dimensions suit standard 19-inch racks; operates 5-40°C. Hot-plug options available in dual-PSU models, but BK780B uses single for cost-effective deployments.

What management options are available?

Protocols include SNMP, TFTP, SMI-S, SSH, CLI. Interfaces: 1x RJ-45 10/100 management, 1x RS-232 serial. SSCM software enables single-screen provisioning; supports RADIUS authentication for secure enterprise management.

Is this switch expandable for larger fabrics?

Yes, license additional 4-port increments to reach 20 device ports per switch. Stack up to 6 units for 120 ports; multi-stack >500 ports. Non-blocking architecture with 8 Gbps line speed ensures scalability without performance loss.

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Manufacturer part #

BK780B

Brand

HPE

Condition

New

Model

SN6000 Stackable Fibre Channel Switch

Product Line

SN6000

Product Type

Managed Stackable Switch

Management Software

SCM software

Management Protocols

SNMP, TFTP, SMI-S, SSH, CLI

Standards Compliance

8Gb Fibre Channel

Fibre Channel Protocols

FC-Al-2, FC-Da, FC-Ph-2, FC-Ph-3, FC-Tape, FC-Vi, FC-Sp, FC-Ls, FC-Mi-2, FC-Pi-4, FC-Fs-3, FC-Gs-6, FC-Pi-3, FC-Sw-5

Data Rate

8 Gbps per port; Supports 10/20 Gbps stacking

Stacking Capacity

Up to 120 ports per stack; Supports 2-6 switches per stack

Max Wattage

75W

Power Supplies

Single Power Supply

Height

Weight

5.5 kg

Rack Units

Form Factor

Rack-Mountable 1U

Stacking Ports

4 x 10Gb/20Gb Fibre Channel XPAK ISL ports

Management Ports

1 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX RJ-45; 1 x RS-232 9-Pin D-Sub (DB-9)

Fibre Channel Ports

12 x 8Gb SFP+ active device ports; Expandable to 20 ports in 4-port increments with license