{"product_id":"hpe-sn3600b-32gb-24-8-fc-switch","title":"HPE SN3600B 32Gb 24\/8 FC Switch","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE SN3600B 32Gb 24\/8 FC Switch\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE SN3600B 32Gb FC Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for enterprise data centers requiring high-performance \u003cstrong\u003eFibre Channel SAN connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e. This 24\/8 port configuration delivers 32Gb throughput to support demanding storage networking environments, virtualization infrastructure, and mission-critical applications. Ideal for organizations needing reliable, scalable \u003cstrong\u003eSAN switch\u003c\/strong\u003e solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing HPE storage ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32Gb Fibre Channel ports for high-speed SAN connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 active ports + 8 expansion ports (24\/8 configuration)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise-grade reliability and redundancy for data center operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced fabric services for storage network optimization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackward compatible with 16Gb and 8Gb FC infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-latency performance for virtualized environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive management and monitoring capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSN3600B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQ1H70BR#ABA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\/8 (24 active + 8 expansion ports)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32Gb Fibre Channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitch Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnterprise SAN Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre Channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16Gb and 8Gb FC backward compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManagement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeb-based and CLI management interfaces\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 32Gb Fibre Channel switch used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e32Gb FC switch\u003c\/strong\u003e like the HPE SN3600B is used to connect storage arrays, servers, and SAN infrastructure in enterprise data centers. It provides high-speed, low-latency connectivity for mission-critical storage networking and virtualized environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the HPE SN3600B compatible with older Fibre Channel equipment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the SN3600B supports backward compatibility with 16Gb and 8Gb Fibre Channel ports, allowing you to integrate it into existing SAN infrastructures without requiring complete hardware replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the 24\/8 port configuration mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 24\/8 configuration indicates 24 active Fibre Channel ports for immediate use plus 8 additional expansion ports, providing flexibility for future growth and scalability in your storage network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the HPE SN3600B improve data center performance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eenterprise SAN switch\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers 32Gb throughput with low-latency fabric services, optimizing storage network performance for virtualization, backup operations, and high-demand applications in modern data centers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41731867639883,"sku":"Q1H70BR#ABA","price":12130.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/hpe-sn3600b-32gb-24-8-fc-switch","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}