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720965-001 - HP SN6500B 16GB 48/96 Storage Area Network (SAN)
- Offers 16Gb Fibre Channel connectivity.
- Supports 48 ports, with potential for 96 ports via ISL stacking or port blades.
- Designed for high-performance, low-latency SAN environments.
- Provides advanced fabric services for efficient traffic management.
- Enables scalability for growing storage networks.
- Features high port density for consolidated SAN infrastructure.
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Storage Area Network (SAN) Switch
- Technology
- Fibre Channel
- Speed
- 16 Gbps
- Port Count
- 48 (expandable to 96)
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Key Features
- High performance, low latency, fabric services
Product details
The HP SN6500B is a high-performance Storage Area Network (SAN) switch designed to provide robust connectivity and efficient data flow for enterprise data centers. It enables scalable and reliable access to storage resources.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Storage Area Network (SAN) Switch |
| Technology | Fibre Channel |
| Speed | 16 Gbps |
Additional Specifications
| Port Count | 48 (expandable to 96) |
| Form Factor | Rackmount |
| Key Features | High performance, low latency, fabric services |
Description
The HP SN6500B (720965-001) is a powerful and scalable 16Gb Fibre Channel switch engineered to meet the demands of modern enterprise storage area networks. It provides a high-performance, low-latency fabric that enables efficient and reliable access to storage resources for a wide range of applications, including virtualization, databases, and high-performance computing. This switch is equipped with 48 physical ports operating at 16Gbps, offering substantial bandwidth for connecting servers and storage arrays. The architecture is designed for scalability, allowing for expansion up to 96 ports through techniques like Inter-Switch Link (ISL) trunking or the addition of port blades, ensuring that the SAN can grow alongside the organization's needs. Its high port density helps in consolidating the SAN infrastructure, reducing complexity and physical footprint. The SN6500B incorporates advanced fabric services to optimize data flow, manage traffic efficiently, and ensure high availability. Features such as dynamic path selection, fabric load balancing, and robust security mechanisms contribute to a resilient and performant SAN environment. It is a critical component for organizations seeking to build or upgrade their storage infrastructure with a reliable and high-speed connectivity solution.
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