HPE SN3600B 16Gb 24/8 8-port Short Wave SFP+ Fibre Channel Switch
The HPE SN3600B 16Gb Fibre Channel switch is engineered for enterprise data centers demanding high-performance storage networking with low-latency connectivity. This Gen 5 switch delivers 16 Gbit/s data transfer rates across 8 Fibre Channel ports, making it ideal for organizations scaling SAN environments without compromising speed or reliability. With 24 SFP+ expansion slots, the SN3600B supports dense, cost-effective infrastructure deployments while maintaining compact form factor advantages. Perfect for enterprises requiring reliable server-to-storage communication in mission-critical environments.
Key Features
- 16 Gbit/s Fibre Channel performance for high-speed data transfer
- 8 native Fibre Channel ports with 24 SFP+ expansion slots
- Short Wave SFP+ interfaces optimized for cost-effective dense deployments
- Gen 5 architecture ensuring enterprise-grade reliability and low-latency connectivity
- Scalable SAN design supporting growing storage networking requirements
- Compact form factor ideal for space-constrained data center environments
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Model |
SN3600B |
| Part Number |
R4G55AR#AC3 |
| Fibre Channel Speed |
16 Gbit/s |
| Native FC Ports |
8 ports |
| SFP+ Expansion Slots |
24 slots |
| Interface Type |
Short Wave SFP+ |
| Generation |
Gen 5 Fibre Channel |
| Primary Use Case |
Enterprise SAN Storage Networking |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HPE SN3600B 16Gb switch used for?
The HPE SN3600B is a 16Gb Fibre Channel switch designed for enterprise storage area networks (SANs). It provides high-speed, low-latency connectivity between servers and storage systems, supporting mission-critical data center operations requiring reliable performance.
How many Fibre Channel ports does the SN3600B have?
The SN3600B features 8 native Fibre Channel ports with 24 SFP+ expansion slots, allowing flexible scaling of your SAN infrastructure to meet growing storage networking demands.
What makes the Short Wave SFP+ interface beneficial?
Short Wave SFP+ interfaces enable cost-effective dense Fibre Channel deployments by supporting shorter cable runs while maintaining full 16 Gbit/s performance, reducing infrastructure expenses in enterprise environments.
Is the HPE SN3600B suitable for enterprise data centers?
Yes, the SN3600B's Gen 5 architecture, compact design, and scalable SAN capabilities make it ideal for enterprise deployments requiring reliable, high-performance storage networking with low-latency connectivity.
