HPE StoreFabric SN6620C 48-Port Fibre Channel Switch
The HPE StoreFabric SN6620C is a high-performance 48-port managed Fibre Channel switch engineered for enterprise SAN environments requiring ultra-fast storage connectivity. With 32 Gbps FC switching capability and up to 1536 Gbps aggregate bandwidth, this rack-mountable 1U switch delivers the speed and reliability your data center demands. Ideal for organizations consolidating storage infrastructure, supporting virtualization at scale, or modernizing legacy SAN architectures, the SN6620C provides redundant hot-plug power, intelligent fabric management, and seamless integration with existing HPE storage ecosystems.
Key Features
- 48-port 32 Gbps Fibre Channel switching with 1536 Gbps aggregate throughput
- Pre-configured with 24x 32 Gbps SW SFP+ transceivers; expandable on demand
- Support for additional 32Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ ports and QSFP+ uplinks for fabric scalability
- Managed Fibre Channel switch with advanced fabric services and zoning
- 1U rack-mountable form factor for space-efficient data center deployment
- Redundant hot-plug power supplies for continuous SAN availability
- Enterprise-grade reliability with hot-swappable components
- Seamless integration with HPE storage arrays and SAN infrastructure
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Part Number |
R0P13AR#AC3 |
| Product Model |
StoreFabric SN6620C |
| Switch Type |
Managed Fibre Channel Switch |
| Port Count |
48 ports |
| Port Speed |
32 Gbps Fibre Channel (32Gb FC) |
| Transceiver Configuration |
24x 32 Gbps SW SFP+ (standard); expandable |
| Uplink Support |
QSFP+ uplinks available |
| Aggregate Bandwidth |
1536 Gbps |
| Form Factor |
1U Rack-mountable |
| Power Supply |
Redundant hot-plug power |
| Management |
Fabric management with zoning and advanced services |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HPE StoreFabric SN6620C used for?
The SN6620C Fibre Channel switch is designed for enterprise SAN environments, providing high-speed connectivity between servers and storage arrays. It's ideal for data centers running virtualization, databases, and mission-critical applications requiring low-latency storage access and high throughput.
How many ports does the 48-port managed switch support?
The SN6620C features 48 Fibre Channel ports, with 24 pre-configured 32 Gbps SFP+ transceivers and support for additional 32Gb FC SFP+ ports and QSFP+ uplinks to scale your fabric as needed.
What is the aggregate bandwidth of this 32 Gbps FC switch?
The HPE StoreFabric SN6620C delivers up to 1536 Gbps aggregate bandwidth, enabling simultaneous high-speed data transfers across all 48 ports for demanding SAN workloads.
Is the SN6620C suitable for enterprise data centers?
Yes, the 48-port managed Fibre Channel switch is purpose-built for enterprise SAN deployments. It includes redundant hot-plug power, hot-swappable components, advanced fabric management, and seamless integration with HPE storage systems, ensuring reliability and uptime for critical infrastructure.
