{"product_id":"hpe-sn8600b-32gb-16p-sw-reman-extn-blade","title":"HPE SN8600B 32Gb 16p SW Reman Extn Blade","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE SN8600B 32Gb 16p SW Reman Extn Blade\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE SN8600B 32Gb 16-port refurbished fibre channel switch blade\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers enterprise-grade storage area network (SAN) connectivity for data centers requiring high-performance, reliable fabric expansion. This \u003cstrong\u003erefurbished extension blade\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for organizations upgrading existing HPE SAN infrastructure while maintaining budget efficiency. Built for mission-critical environments, the SN8600B provides 32Gb fibre channel speeds across 16 ports, enabling seamless integration into modular switch chassis for scalable storage networking solutions.\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 port speed for high-bandwidth SAN operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 active ports enabling flexible fabric expansion and redundancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefurbished condition with full functionality and reliability testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtension blade design for modular HPE switch chassis integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise-grade performance for mission-critical data center environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCost-effective alternative to new hardware without compromising performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for advanced SAN features and fabric management 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\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQ0U87AR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre Channel Switch Extension Blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 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\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModular blade for switch chassis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefurbished (Reman)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage area network (SAN) fabric expansion\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\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the HPE SN8600B refurbished fibre channel switch blade used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HPE SN8600B is a 32Gb fibre channel switch extension blade designed for expanding SAN fabric capacity in data centers. It provides 16 active ports for connecting storage devices, servers, and other SAN infrastructure, enabling high-speed, reliable storage networking in enterprise environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this refurbished blade in my existing HPE switch chassis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the SN8600B extension blade is designed for modular integration into compatible HPE switch chassis. Verify your chassis model supports this blade type before installation. Refurbished units undergo rigorous testing to ensure full compatibility and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the benefits of choosing a refurbished fibre channel switch blade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefurbished HPE SAN switch blades offer significant cost savings compared to new hardware while maintaining enterprise-grade performance and reliability. These units are fully tested, certified, and backed by manufacturer standards, making them ideal for budget-conscious data center upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does 32Gb fibre channel speed benefit my storage network?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e32Gb fibre channel provides double the bandwidth of 16Gb connections, reducing latency and improving throughput for storage operations. This speed enhancement is critical for high-performance computing, virtualization, and large-scale data center environments requiring fast, reliable SAN connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41731866656843,"sku":"Q0U87AR","price":404990.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/hpe-sn8600b-32gb-16p-sw-reman-extn-blade","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}