HPE StoreFabric SN6600B 32Gb Fibre Channel Switch
The HPE StoreFabric SN6600B is an enterprise-class 32Gb Fibre Channel switch designed for high-performance storage networking environments requiring ultra-dense port density and exceptional scalability. This 48-port Fibre Channel switch delivers Gen6 capabilities in a compact 1U form factor, making it ideal for data centers, virtualized environments, and mission-critical storage infrastructure. Organizations deploying large-scale SAN architectures benefit from its 32 Gbit/s data transfer rates, integrated SFP+ expansion slots, and enterprise-grade reliability. Whether you're consolidating storage networks, upgrading legacy FC infrastructure, or building new high-speed fabric environments, the SN6600B provides the performance, density, and ease of management required for modern IT operations.
Key Features
- 48 native Fibre Channel ports with 32 Gbit/s performance
- 48 integrated SFP+ expansion slots for flexible connectivity
- Ultra-dense 1U rack-mountable design for space-efficient deployment
- Gen6 Fibre Channel technology for next-generation SAN performance
- Enterprise-class reliability and redundancy features
- Simplified management and configuration for rapid deployment
- Short Wave SFP+ optics for cost-effective fabric connectivity
- Highly scalable architecture supporting large fabric topologies
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Model |
StoreFabric SN6600B |
| Part Number |
Q0U60BR#ABU |
| Port Count |
48 x 32Gb Fibre Channel ports |
| Expansion Slots |
48 x SFP+ slots |
| Data Transfer Rate |
32 Gbit/s per port |
| Optics Type |
Short Wave SFP+ |
| Form Factor |
1U rack-mountable |
| Technology Generation |
Gen6 Fibre Channel |
| Switch Class |
Enterprise-class storage networking |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HPE StoreFabric SN6600B used for?
The HPE StoreFabric SN6600B is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch designed for enterprise storage area networks (SANs). It provides 48 ports of 32Gb connectivity, making it ideal for consolidating storage infrastructure, supporting virtualized environments, and enabling high-speed data transfer between servers and storage arrays in data center environments.
How many ports does the SN6600B Fibre Channel switch have?
The SN6600B features 48 native 32Gb Fibre Channel ports plus 48 integrated SFP+ expansion slots, delivering exceptional port density in a single 1U rack unit. This ultra-dense configuration allows organizations to maximize fabric capacity while minimizing physical space requirements.
What are the benefits of 32Gb Fibre Channel technology?
32Gb Fibre Channel provides double the bandwidth of previous 16Gb generations, enabling faster data transfer rates, reduced latency, and improved application performance. This is particularly valuable for I/O-intensive workloads, large-scale virtualization, and high-performance computing environments requiring maximum storage network throughput.
Is the SN6600B suitable for enterprise data centers?
Yes, the StoreFabric SN6600B is purpose-built for enterprise environments. Its Gen6 Fibre Channel capabilities, enterprise-class reliability features, simplified management interface, and highly scalable architecture make it an excellent choice for mission-critical storage networking in large data centers and virtualized infrastructures.
