HPE SN3000B 16Gb 24-port Fibre Channel Switch
The HPE SN3000B Fibre Channel Switch is purpose-built for enterprise storage networking environments requiring high-speed, reliable connectivity. This 16Gb 24-port switch delivers flexible scaling with support for 4, 8, and 16 Gbit/s speeds, making it ideal for data centers modernizing their SAN infrastructure. Whether you're consolidating storage networks or expanding existing environments, the SN3000B provides investment protection through backward compatibility and future-ready performance. Organizations managing mission-critical applications benefit from its 1U rack-mountable design and dual 24-port active configuration, ensuring redundancy and optimal resource utilization across your storage fabric.
Key Features
- 24 SFP+ ports per module with dual active 24-port configuration
- 16 Gbit/s native speed with backward compatibility for 4 and 8 Gb/s connectivity
- 1U rack-mountable form factor for space-efficient data center deployment
- Flexible speed negotiation supporting mixed-speed SAN environments
- Investment protection through scalable architecture and modular design
- Enterprise-grade reliability for mission-critical storage applications
- Simplified management and monitoring capabilities for storage fabric administration
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise |
| Model |
SN3000B |
| Part Number |
QW938AR#ABU |
| Port Configuration |
24-port/24-port Active |
| Port Type |
SFP+ |
| Speed Support |
4 Gbit/s, 8 Gbit/s, 16 Gbit/s |
| Form Factor |
1U Rack-Mountable |
| Application |
Storage Area Network (SAN) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 16Gb Fibre Channel switch used for?
A 16Gb Fibre Channel switch like the HPE SN3000B is used to connect storage arrays, servers, and other SAN devices in enterprise data centers. It provides high-speed, low-latency connectivity essential for database servers, virtualization platforms, and backup systems requiring reliable storage access.
Is the HPE SN3000B compatible with existing 8Gb and 4Gb infrastructure?
Yes, the SN3000B supports backward compatibility with 4 Gbit/s and 8 Gbit/s speeds, allowing you to integrate it into mixed-speed SAN environments without requiring immediate replacement of all connected devices.
How many ports does the HPE SN3000B provide?
The HPE SN3000B features a dual active 24-port/24-port configuration with SFP+ ports, providing 48 total ports across its active modules for maximum connectivity and redundancy in your storage fabric.
What are the benefits of a 24-port Fibre Channel switch for storage networking?
A 24-port Fibre Channel switch enables efficient consolidation of storage devices and servers while maintaining high availability. The SN3000B's dual active design ensures no single point of failure, critical for organizations running continuous operations.
