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HP C8R42AR SN6500B 96/96 96x Exp Slot 16Gb Power Pack+ FC Switch
- 96 x 16Gbps Fibre Channel ports
- High-density design for enterprise SANs
- Supports expansion slots for modularity
- 16Gbps Fibre Channel speed per port
- Advanced fabric services for performance optimization
- High availability and reliability features
- Scalable solution for growing storage needs
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Product Overview
The HP C8R42AR SN6500B is a high-density Fibre Channel (FC) switch designed for enterprise SAN environments. It offers 96 ports with 16Gbps speed and supports expansion slots, providing significant scalability and performance for storage networking.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
| Ports | 96 x 16Gbps FC |
| Expansion Slots | Yes |
| Data Transfer Rate | 16 Gbps per port |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Rackmount |
| Management | Advanced Fabric Management |
| SAN Technology | Fibre Channel |
Product Description
The HP C8R42AR SN6500B is a powerful and highly scalable Fibre Channel switch engineered for demanding enterprise Storage Area Network (SAN) deployments. This model boasts an impressive 96 ports, each capable of operating at a high-speed 16Gbps, providing substantial bandwidth for connecting servers to storage arrays. Its high port density makes it an efficient solution for consolidating SAN infrastructure and reducing the physical footprint in data centers. Designed with scalability in mind, the SN6500B includes expansion slots, allowing for future upgrades or the addition of specialized interface modules. This modularity ensures that the switch can adapt to evolving business needs and increasing storage demands without requiring a complete replacement. The 16Gbps performance per port delivers low-latency, high-throughput connectivity, crucial for performance-sensitive applications such as large databases, virtualization platforms, and high-performance computing. This switch is built with enterprise-grade reliability and availability features, including redundant power supplies and fans (typically), and advanced fabric management capabilities. It supports a comprehensive suite of fabric services that optimize traffic flow, enhance security, and simplify administration. The HP C8R42AR SN6500B is a robust foundation for building resilient and high-performing storage networks, enabling organizations to manage their data efficiently and ensure continuous access to critical information.
