What port configurations does the HPE SN6000B support?

It features 48x 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SFP+ ports, scalable from 24 to 48 ports in 12-port increments using Ports on Demand licenses. Ports are universal (E, F, M, D, EX) and support 4, 8, 10, or 16 Gbps auto-negotiation for flexible SAN integration.

What is the switching capacity and ISL performance?

Delivers 1536 Gbps full-duplex aggregate throughput. Supports up to 128 Gbps ISL trunking by aggregating any eight ports, enabling high-speed, resilient connections between switches while preserving ports for servers and storage.

What management tools are included?

Includes Advanced Fabric OS, Advanced Web Tools, Zoning, SAN Network Advisor Professional, Brocade EZ Switch, and Power Pack+ software with Adaptive Networking, ISL Trunking, Extended Fabric, Performance Monitoring, Server Optimization, Fabric Watch, and Fabric Vision for comprehensive SAN management.

What are the power and environmental specs?

Dual hot-swappable redundant power supplies with max 156 watts consumption and 100-240 V AC input. Features front-to-back airflow and 1U rack-mountable design (rack kit included) for efficient data center deployment and high availability.

Is it suitable for virtualized environments?

Yes, designed for hyper-scale private clouds with 16Gb FC technology, high port density, and features like Fabric Vision for monitoring virtualized workloads. Supports 1536 Gbps throughput and scalable ports for growing virtualization demands.

What protocols and compliance are supported?

Supports Fibre Channel, Fabric Vision, and Fabric Watch protocols. Includes enterprise safety/regulatory documentation, installation guide, and rack-mounting instructions for compliant, straightforward deployment in regulated environments.

QR480B - HPE SN6000B 16Gb 48-port/48-port Active Switch

Name: QR480B - HPE SN6000B 16Gb 48-port/48-port Active Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: QR480B
Price: 2848 USD
Availability: InStock

QR480B - HPE SN6000B 16Gb 48-port/48-port Active Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE SN6000B 16Gb 48-port Fibre Channel Switch (SKU: QR480B) is a managed enterprise SAN switch designed for hyper-scale private cloud environments. It features 48x 16 Gbps SFP+ ports, scalable from 24 to 48 in 12-port increments via Ports on Demand, supporting 4/8/10/16 Gbps speeds and up to 128 Gbps ISL trunking. With 1536 Gbps full-duplex switching capacity, it ensures high-performance fabric management. Dual hot-swappable power supplies (max 156W, 100-240V AC) and front-to-back airflow support reliable 1U rack-mount deployment. Management includes Advanced Fabric OS, Web Tools, Zoning, and Power Pack+ features like Adaptive Networking, Fabric Vision, and Watch. Ideal for workgroups, departments, and data centers requiring flexible, energy-efficient SAN scalability and virtualization support.

48x 16Gbps SFP+ ports, scalable 24-48
1536 Gbps full-duplex throughput
128 Gbps ISL trunking capability
Dual hot-swappable power supplies
1U rack-mount with front-to-back airflow
Advanced Fabric OS & Power Pack+ software

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	QR480B
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
Model	SN6000B 16Gb 48-port/48-port Active
Technology	Fibre Channel; SFP+ optical interface
Product Line	HPE SN6000B
Product Type	Managed Fibre Channel Switch
Base Software	Advanced Fabric OS; Advanced Web Tools; Advanced Zoning; SAN Network Advisor Professional; Brocade EZ Switch
MAC Address Table	Enterprise-class forwarding database for SAN fabric management
Management Software	Advanced Fabric OS; Advanced Web Tools; Advanced Zoning; SAN Network Advisor Professional; Brocade EZ Switch; Power Pack+ software (Adaptive Networking; ISL Trunking; Extended Fabric; Advanced Performance Monitoring; Server Application Optimization; Fabric Watch)

Compatible systems

Enterprise SAN fabric switch compatible with HPE ProLiant servers equipped with B-series Fibre Channel HBAs

Hewlett Packard Enterprise ProLiant Servers
Model: DL/ML series with B-series HBA
Form factor: Rack/Tower
Generation: Gen8 and later
Requires B-series HBA installed in server; SAO and Adaptive Networking licenses required on edge switch

Best for

Enterprise SAN
Scales from 24-48 ports in 12-port increments with 1536 Gbps throughput and 128 Gbps ISL trunking, enabling pay-as-you-grow deployment for growing storage networks.
Data Centers
1U form factor with dual redundant power supplies and front-to-back airflow supports high-density, reliable operation in virtualized private cloud environments.
Departmental Workgroups
Supports 4-16 Gbps speeds per port and advanced management via Fabric OS and Power Pack+ for efficient fabric management and performance monitoring.
Hyper-Scale Clouds
Delivers market-leading 16Gb FC technology with Fabric Vision and Adaptive Networking for optimized connectivity in highly virtualized setups.

Switching Capacity	1536 Gbps full-duplex aggregate throughput
Inter-Switch Link Capability	Up to 128 Gbps ISL trunking (any eight ports can be trunked)

Rack Units	1U
Form Factor	1U rack-mountable
Mounting Type	Rackmount kit included

Network Ports	48x 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SFP+ ports; scalable from 24 to 48 ports in 12-port increments
Port Speed Support	4 Gbps; 8 Gbps; 10 Gbps; 16 Gbps

HPE SN6000B 16Gb 48-port/48-port Active Switch

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Interface/Ports

Max Wattage	156 watts
Voltage Input	100-240 V AC
Power Supplies	Dual hot-swappable redundant power supplies