{"product_id":"hpe-sn3000b-16gb-fibre-channel-switch-prev-44218","title":"HPE SN3000B 16Gb 24-port Fibre Channel Switch","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE SN3000B 16Gb Fibre Channel Switch\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE SN3000B 16Gb 24-port\/12-port Active Fibre Channel Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for enterprise storage networking environments requiring high-speed, reliable fabric connectivity. This \u003cstrong\u003e16Gb Fibre Channel switch\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers twice the performance of previous generation switches, making it ideal for data centers, virtualized environments, and mission-critical storage infrastructure. Organizations deploying large-scale SAN architectures benefit from the SN3000B's flexible port configuration, optimized inter-switch links, and enterprise-grade reliability. Whether you're consolidating storage networks or scaling existing fabric infrastructure, this \u003cstrong\u003eactive Fibre Channel switch\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the throughput and redundancy your business demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16Gb Fibre Channel performance with optimized inter-switch links\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24-port and 12-port active configuration options for flexible deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwice the performance of previous generation Fibre Channel switches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise-grade fabric connectivity for mission-critical storage networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScalable architecture supporting large SAN deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-speed inter-switch link technology for multi-switch environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRedundant management and control plane for maximum uptime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for advanced fabric services and zoning capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSN3000B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQW937BR#AC3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre Channel Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16Gb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-port\/12-port Active\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitch Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive Fibre Channel Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInter-Switch Links\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16Gb optimized ISLs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerformance Improvement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x previous generation switches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnterprise Storage Networking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a 16Gb Fibre Channel switch used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e16Gb Fibre Channel switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is used for high-speed storage area network (SAN) connectivity in enterprise data centers. It connects servers, storage arrays, and other SAN devices, enabling fast data transfer for virtualization, backup, and disaster recovery applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the HPE SN3000B improve performance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HPE SN3000B delivers \u003cstrong\u003etwice the performance of previous generation Fibre Channel switches\u003c\/strong\u003e through optimized 16Gb inter-switch links and advanced fabric architecture, reducing latency and increasing throughput for demanding storage workloads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the benefits of an active Fibre Channel switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eactive Fibre Channel switch\u003c\/strong\u003e like the SN3000B provides intelligent fabric management, advanced zoning, redundancy, and failover capabilities essential for mission-critical enterprise storage networking environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the HPE SN3000B suitable for large SAN deployments?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the SN3000B's scalable architecture and optimized inter-switch links make it ideal for large-scale SAN deployments, supporting multi-switch fabric environments with enterprise-grade reliability and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41734122373195,"sku":"QW937BR#AC3","price":14609.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/hpe-sn3000b-16gb-fibre-channel-switch-prev-44218","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}