The HPE StoreFabric SN6610C (Q9D36A) is an enterprise-grade Fibre Channel switch designed for high-performance storage area network (SAN) deployments. This 1U managed switch features 24 SFP+ ports capable of 16Gbps line-rate performance, delivering a total switching capacity of 1024Gbps in both directions. The switch supports non-blocking architecture with full-duplex operation across all ports simultaneously, ensuring wire-speed forwarding without congestion. Built on Cisco MDS 9000 NX-OS platform, it includes advanced features such as VSAN support, PortChannels for link aggregation, hardware-enforced zoning, and zone-based Quality of Service (QoS). The switch is optimized for virtualized data center environments, all-flash array (AFA) deployments, and cloud-scale applications requiring dense server connectivity. With redundant power supplies, dual AC inputs (100-240V, 50-60Hz), and comprehensive management capabilities including SSH/SSL security, SNMPv3, and CLI access, the SN6610C provides enterprise-class reliability and operational control. The modular design allows future upgrades to 32Gbps ports through optional port expansion modules and on-demand licensing.
Non-blocking architecture for wire-speed forwarding.
Enterprise security with SSH/SSL and SNMPv3.
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Scales from 8 to 32 active ports via optional port expansion module and on-demand licensing
NPIV Support
Yes (N_Port ID Virtualization)
PortChannels
Compatible systems
The SN6610C integrates seamlessly into existing Fibre Channel SAN environments supporting FC-DA-2 and FC-MSQS standards. Requires 24x SFP+ transceivers (short-wave), multimode fiber cabling, dual AC power inputs, and standard 19-inch rack mounting. Optional port expansion modules and licensing enable future upgrades to 32Gbps. Management via dedicated Ethernet port or in-band IP over Fibre Channel. Compatible with Cisco MDS 9000 family fabric management tools.
HPE StoreFabric SN6000C/SN6610C/SN6620C
Model: SN6610C
Form factor: 1U rack-mount
Generation: C-series (32Gbps capable)
Part of HPE Storage Fibre Channel Switch C-series family; compatible with existing SAN fabrics using Fibre Channel standards FC-DA-2 and FC-MSQS.
Cisco MDS 9000 Family
Model: MDS 9132T
Form factor: 1U
Generation: Current generation
SN6610C is based on Cisco MDS 9132T platform; runs Cisco MDS 9000 NX-OS Software; compatible with Cisco MDS fabric management tools.
Best for
Data Center SAN Connectivity
Provides high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity from server racks to SAN core infrastructure, supporting dense virtualized server deployments with consistent 16Gbps performance across all 24 ports.
Enterprise Storage Networks
Connects all-flash arrays (AFAs) and traditional storage systems to compute infrastructure with non-blocking 1024Gbps aggregate bandwidth, enabling low-latency data access for mission-critical applications.
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Supports VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, and KVM hypervisor deployments requiring high-bandwidth storage I/O with VSAN support, PortChannels for redundancy, and zone-based QoS for workload isolation.
Cloud Infrastructure
Enables cloud-scale application deployments with pay-as-you-grow flexibility through port expansion modules and on-demand licensing, scaling from 8 to 32 active ports as capacity demands increase.
High-Performance Computing (HPC)
Delivers ultra-low latency and high throughput for HPC clusters requiring parallel storage access, with support for extended fabrics and Inter-VSAN Routing (IVR) for multi-fabric deployments.
Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
Supports extended fabric configurations and NPIV (N_Port ID Virtualization) for multi-site SAN replication, enabling seamless failover and data protection across geographically distributed data centers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the switching capacity and port configuration of the HPE Q9D36A SN6610C?
The SN6610C delivers 1024Gbps aggregate switching capacity in both directions with 24 SFP+ ports, each supporting 16Gbps Fibre Channel line-rate performance. The non-blocking architecture ensures full-duplex operation across all ports simultaneously, enabling wire-speed forwarding without performance degradation. Optional port expansion modules allow scaling to 32 active ports for future growth.
What operating system and management capabilities does the SN6610C provide?
The switch runs Cisco MDS 9000 NX-OS Software (version 9.2(1a) or higher) with comprehensive management features including Command Line Interface (CLI), SNMPv3, NX-API, and in-band IP over Fibre Channel. Security includes SSHv2 with AES encryption, LDAP/RADIUS/TACACS+ authentication, and per-VSAN role-based access control (RBAC). Out-of-band management via dedicated 10/100/1000 Ethernet port and serial console.
Is the SN6610C suitable for all-flash array (AFA) deployments?
Yes, the SN6610C is specifically optimized for AFA environments. Its 1024Gbps non-blocking switching capacity, 16Gbps per-port performance, and advanced QoS features enable consistent low-latency access to high-performance storage. Support for PortChannels, VSAN, and zone-based QoS allows fine-grained traffic management and workload isolation for diverse application requirements.
What advanced networking features are included or available as options?
Included features: VSAN support, PortChannels (up to 16 physical ISLs per bundle), extended fabrics, hardware-enforced zoning, and Fibre Channel classes 2, 3, and F. Optional Advantage or Premier Licenses unlock advanced traffic management, zone-based QoS, Inter-VSAN Routing (IVR), NPIV, and NPV mode for multi-fabric deployments and advanced service requirements.
What power and environmental specifications should be considered for deployment?
The SN6610C includes dual redundant power supplies with AC input range 100-240V, 50-60Hz. Physical dimensions: 1.72 inches height (1U), 17.3 inches width, 20.11 inches depth. Metallic form factor designed for standard 19-inch rack mounting. Redundant power supply (RPS) support ensures continuous operation during single power supply failure.
Can the SN6610C be upgraded to support higher speeds like 32Gbps?
Yes, the SN6610C supports pay-as-you-grow upgrades. Customers can install optional port expansion modules equipped with 16 active 32Gbps ports to achieve either 24 or full 32 active ports. This flexibility allows initial deployment at 16Gbps with future migration to 32Gbps without replacing the entire switch, protecting infrastructure investment.
What Fibre Channel standards and protocols does the SN6610C support?
The switch supports FC-DA-2 (Revision 1.06), FC-MSQS (Revision 3.2), Fibre Channel classes 2, 3, and F, standard port types (E, F, B), enhanced port types (SD, ST, TE), and FC-NVMe. Management protocols include IPv4, IPv6, ARP over Fibre Channel (RFC 4338), and in-band IP over Fibre Channel (RFC 2625) for comprehensive fabric integration.
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