C8R45A - HPE SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 FC Switch Switch

Name: C8R45A - HPE SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 FC Switch Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: C8R45A
Price: 8155 USD
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C8R45A - HPE SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 FC Switch Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE StoreFabric SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 FC Switch (C8R45A) is an enterprise-class Fibre Channel SAN switch delivering 48 active ports with 16 Gb/s performance in a compact 2U form factor. This non-blocking architecture switch provides 896 Gb/s aggregate bandwidth with 700 nanosecond latency, supporting hot-pluggable SFP transceivers for flexible media connectivity. The SN6500B features advanced fabric services including Simple Name Server, RSCN, Enhanced Group Management, and optional ISL Trunking up to 128 Gb/s. Designed for highly virtualized enterprise environments, it supports Fibre Channel Classes 2, 3, and F with 2112-byte payload frames. Compatible with HPE 3PAR StoreServ storage and B-series switches running FOS 7.4.0a or later, this switch simplifies SAN deployment while providing exceptional scalability and reliability for mission-critical data center operations.

48 x 16 Gb/s Fibre Channel ports with 896 Gb/s aggregate
Non-blocking architecture with 700 nanosecond latency
ISL Trunking up to 128 Gb/s for fabric scalability
Hot-swappable redundant power supplies and SFP media
Advanced zoning, RSCN, and Enhanced Group Management
2U form factor with autosensing 4/8/10/16 Gb/s ports

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	C8R45A
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
Model	SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 FC Switch
Product Line	StoreFabric SN6500B
Product Type	Fibre Channel SAN Switch
Fabric Services	Simple Name Server, RSCN; Advanced WebTools, Enhanced group Management, Advanced Zoning; Optional: Adaptive Networking, Fabric Watch, ISL Trunking, Advanced Performance Monitoring, Extended Fabrics
Protocol Supported	Fibre Channel

Network & Communication

Latency

Compatible systems

Compatible with HPE 3PAR StoreServ 10000 storage systems

HPE 3PAR StoreServ
Model: 10000 Storage
Listed under Networking in HPE support doc

Best for

Enterprise SAN Deployments
Ideal for large-scale SAN environments requiring high-density port consolidation. The 48 active ports with 16 Gb/s performance support enterprise-class storage connectivity with 896 Gb/s aggregate bandwidth.
Virtualized Data Centers
Supports highly virtualized environments with advanced fabric services including Enhanced Group Management and optional Adaptive Networking. Non-blocking architecture ensures consistent performance across all ports.
HPE Storage Integration
Fully compatible with HPE 3PAR StoreServ storage systems and B-series 16Gb/8Gb FC switches. Supports FOS 7.4.0a or later for seamless fabric integration.
High-Performance Storage Networks
Delivers 700 nanosecond latency with optional ISL Trunking supporting up to 128 Gb/s inter-switch links. Supports multiple Fibre Channel classes for diverse workload requirements.
Mission-Critical Applications
Features redundant hot-swappable power supplies and comprehensive monitoring including voltage, temperature, and fan status for maximum availability and reliability.

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Port Speed	16 Gb/s Fibre Channel

Classes of Service	Class 2, Class 3, Class F (inter-switch frames)

Data Traffic Types	Fabric switches supporting unicast

Maximum Frame Size	2112-byte payload

Switching Capacity	Non-blocking architecture

Aggregate Bandwidth	896 Gb/s end-to-end full duplex

Form Factor	Rack-mountable FC switch

Interface/Ports

Laser	Short-wave, long-wave, extended long-wave laser transceivers (SFPs)
Port Types	D_Port, E_Port, F_Port; optional port type control
Media Types	Hot-pluggable SFP/SFP+ LC connector; SWL, LWL, ELWL; supports 16/8/4/2/1 Gbit/sec
Network Ports	48 x Fibre Channel ports; USB Port: Yes

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum aggregate bandwidth of the SN6500B 48-port model?

The SN6500B 96/48 configuration delivers 896 Gb/s aggregate bandwidth in full duplex mode. This non-blocking architecture ensures all 48 ports can simultaneously transmit and receive at 16 Gb/s without performance degradation or congestion.

Does the SN6500B support speed negotiation with older Fibre Channel devices?

Yes, the SN6500B features autosensing ports supporting 4, 8, 10, and 16 Gb/s operation. Ports automatically negotiate the appropriate speed with connected devices, enabling backward compatibility with legacy 4 Gb/s and 8 Gb/s storage systems.

What redundancy features does this switch provide?

The SN6500B includes two integrated redundant, hot-swappable power supplies for continuous operation during maintenance. Hot-pluggable SFP transceivers enable media replacement without downtime. Comprehensive monitoring tracks voltage, temperature, and fan status for proactive fault detection.

Can the SN6500B be used with HPE 3PAR storage systems?

Yes, the SN6500B supports HPE 3PAR StoreServ storage with version 3.2.2 or later, using only 16 Gb/s target ports. It also supports B-series 16 Gb and 8 Gb FC switches running FOS 7.4.0a or later for fabric integration.

What is the frame processing latency of the SN6500B?

The switch provides 700 nanosecond latency for frame processing. Latency may increase if input port speed is lower than output port speed, but remains minimal for enterprise SAN applications requiring predictable performance.

Does the SN6500B support ISL Trunking for multi-switch fabrics?

Yes, optional ISL Trunking enables frame-based trunking with up to eight 16 Gb/s ports per trunk, delivering up to 128 Gb/s per ISL trunk. This supports high-speed inter-switch connectivity for fabric scalability and redundancy.

What media types and wavelengths does the SN6500B support?

The switch supports hot-pluggable SFP/SFP+ LC connectors with short-wave (SWL), long-wave (LWL), and extended long-wave (ELWL) laser transceivers. Media supports 16, 8, 4, 2, and 1 Gb/s speeds for flexible connectivity options.

HPE SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 FC Switch Switch