What ports does the QLogic SANbox 5602 have?

It includes 16 x 4Gb/s Fibre Channel ports with SFP transceivers and 4 x 10Gb/s ISL ports. Expansion adds ports in 4-port increments up to 20 total, with licensing for ISL activation. Ports auto-negotiate 1/2/4Gb speeds for broad compatibility.

Can the SANbox 5602 be stacked with other switches?

Yes, stackable up to 6 units (5200/560x series) via 10Gb/s ISL ports for maximum 96 ports. Managed as one device using EFS, QuickTools, or CLI. Firmware 6.7.0.07 required for full stacking support.

What are the power and form factor details?

1U rack-mountable chassis with dual hot-swappable power supplies and 4.00 lbs weight. Ensures high availability and easy maintenance in enterprise racks.

What management software is supported?

Enterprise Fabric Suite (EFS), QuickTools, and CLI for configuration, zoning, and monitoring. Supports SNMP and non-disruptive code loads. Firmware 6.7.0.07 needed for EFS.

What is the performance of the Fibre Channel speeds?

4Gbit/s per port (850 MBps full-duplex) and 10Gbit/s ISL trunking (2550 MBps). Aggregate 238 Gbps non-blocking bandwidth, latency <0.4µs with cut-through routing.

Is it suitable for high-availability SANs?

Yes, dual hot-swap PSUs, NDCLA for upgrades, and redundant stacking provide reliability. ASIC-embedded buffering ensures zero-wait state up to 10km at 2Gb.

SB5602-16A-E - QLogic SANbox 5602 SB5602-16A-E 16x4Gb 4x10Gb FC Switch

Name: QLogic SANbox 5602 SB5602-16A-E 16x4Gb 4x10Gb FC Switch
Brand: QLogic
SKU: SB5602-16A-E

SB5602-16A-E - QLogic SANbox 5602 SB5602-16A-E 16x4Gb 4x10Gb FC Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The QLogic SANbox 5602 (SKU: SB5602-16A-E) is an enterprise-grade Fibre Channel fabric switch from the SANbox 5600 Series, designed for scalable storage area networks. It features 16 x 4Gb/s Fibre Channel ports with SFP transceivers and 4 x 10Gb/s ISL ports for high-speed stacking. Ports expand in 4-port increments up to 20, with licensing for ISL activation. Stackable up to 6 switches (5200/560x series) for 96 ports maximum. Dual hot-swappable power supplies ensure high availability in 1U rack-mountable form (4.00 lbs). Supports 4Gbit/s per port and 10Gbit/s ISL trunking. Management via Enterprise Fabric Suite (EFS), QuickTools, CLI; firmware 6.7.0.07 for EFS. Fibre Channel switch fabric controller handles FC-AL-2 and 10-bit interface. Ideal for midsize SANs requiring non-blocking architecture, low latency, and pay-as-you-grow flexibility.

16x4Gb/s FC ports + 4x10Gb/s ISL for stacking
Stack up to 6 units for 96-port fabrics
Dual hot-swappable power supplies, 1U rack
4Gb/s auto-negotiate, 238Gbps non-blocking
EFS management for zoning & firmware
Low latency <0.4µs cut-through routing

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Featuring

Stacking Capability
Manufacturer part #	SB5602-16A-E
Brand	QLogic
Condition	New
Model	SANbox 5602
Product Line	SANbox 5600 Series
Product Type	Fibre Channel Fabric Switch
Certifications	NEBS Level 3, FCC Class A
Firmware Version	4.2 (installation guide); 6.7.0.07 required for EFS
Switch Controller	Fibre Channel switch fabric controller supporting FC-AL-2 and 10-bit interface
Management Software	Enterprise Fabric Suite (EFS), QuickTools, CLI

Compatible systems

Compatible with Sun/Oracle SAN fabrics; managed via QLogic EFS/QuickTools/CLI

Sun/Oracle StorEdge Network
Model: SAN fabric
Integrated in Sun storage area networks; stack with QLogic 5200/560x switches

Best for

Enterprise SAN
Scales from 8 to 20 ports in 4-port increments with stackability up to 6 units for 96 ports, supporting 4Gb/s FC and 10Gb/s ISL trunking for growing storage fabrics.
Data Centers
1U rack-mountable with dual hot-swappable power supplies provides high availability and density for mission-critical environments.
Backup & Video Streaming
Non-blocking 238Gb bandwidth and low latency (<0.4µs) ensure uninterrupted performance for time-sensitive applications like tape backups.
Stackable Fabrics
Stacks with 5200/560x series using 10Gb ISL ports, managed as single device via EFS for simplified administration.

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Supported Protocols	FCP-2, FC-SW-2

Max Wattage	90 Watts
Power Supplies	Dual hot-swappable power supplies

Depth	12 inches
Width	17.05 inches
Height	1.75 inches (1U)
Weight	4.00 lbs
Form Factor	1U rack-mountable; stackable chassis
Chassis Type	1U Rackmount
Mounting Type	Rack mountable

Interface/Ports

Network Ports	16 x 4Gb/s Fibre Channel ports with SFP transceivers; 4 x 10Gb/s ISL ports
Port Expansion	Capability to add ports in 4-port increments up to 20 ports; port licensing allows activation of ISL ports
Fibre Channel Speed	4-Gbit/s per port; 10-Gbit/s ISL trunking ports

QLogic SANbox 5602 SB5602-16A-E 16x4Gb 4x10Gb FC Switch