HPE StoreFabric SN6010C 48-Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Switch
The HPE StoreFabric SN6010C is a high-performance 48-port 16Gb Fibre Channel switch engineered for midmarket and enterprise storage area networks (SANs). This managed, 1U rack-mountable switch delivers 768 Gb/s aggregate bandwidth with all 48 ports enabled, providing the scalable, reliable connectivity your mission-critical storage infrastructure demands. Built for organizations requiring dense, cost-effective 16 Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity, the SN6010C simplifies SAN management while maintaining exceptional availability and performance across your data center.
Key Features
- 48 × 16Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ ports for high-density storage connectivity
- 768 Gb/s total aggregate bandwidth with full port utilization
- Managed 1U metallic form factor optimized for rack deployment
- Advanced management capabilities for simplified SAN administration
- Mission-critical reliability and high availability architecture
- Cost-effective platform for scalable storage networking
- Enterprise-grade performance for demanding SAN environments
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Part Number |
K2Q17A#AB5 |
| Product Series |
StoreFabric SN6010C |
| Port Configuration |
48 × 16Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ ports |
| Aggregate Bandwidth |
768 Gb/s (full capacity) |
| Form Factor |
1U rack-mountable |
| Chassis Material |
Metallic |
| Management Type |
Managed switch |
| Target Environment |
Midmarket and enterprise SAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 16Gb Fibre Channel switch used for?
A 16Gb Fibre Channel switch like the SN6010C connects storage devices, servers, and SAN infrastructure with high-speed, low-latency connectivity. It's essential for organizations running virtualization, databases, and backup systems that require reliable, high-bandwidth storage networking.
How many devices can the HPE StoreFabric SN6010C support?
With 48 dedicated 16Gb Fibre Channel ports, the SN6010C can connect up to 48 storage devices, servers, or other SAN endpoints directly, with additional scalability through cascading and zoning configurations.
Is the SN6010C suitable for enterprise data centers?
Yes. The managed rack-mountable switch is purpose-built for enterprise and midmarket SAN environments, delivering mission-critical reliability, advanced management features, and the performance density required for large-scale storage deployments.
What makes this switch cost-effective for storage networking?
The SN6010C provides high port density (48 ports) and 768 Gb/s aggregate bandwidth in a compact 1U form factor, reducing infrastructure footprint and total cost of ownership while delivering enterprise-grade Fibre Channel performance.
