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HP C8R43A StoreFabric SN6500B 96x 16GB Port SFP+ 10Base-X 2U FC Switch
- 96 x 16Gbps Fibre Channel ports
- Supports SFP+ transceivers
- High-performance SAN connectivity
- 2U rack-mountable form factor
- Designed for enterprise storage networks
- Provides robust Fibre Channel switching
- Scalable storage fabric solution
- Supports advanced SAN features
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Product Overview
The HP C8R43A is a StoreFabric SN6500B Fibre Channel Switch. It features 96 x 16Gbps Fibre Channel ports with SFP+ transceivers, providing high-performance connectivity for enterprise storage networks. This 2U switch is designed for demanding SAN environments.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
| Model | StoreFabric SN6500B |
| Part Number | C8R43A |
| Number of Ports | 96 x 16Gbps FC |
Additional Specifications
| Port Type | SFP+ |
| Form Factor | 2U Rack Mountable |
| Fabric Speed | 16 Gbps per port |
| Target Environment | Enterprise SAN |
Product Description
The HP C8R43A, part of the StoreFabric SN6500B series, is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch engineered for enterprise Storage Area Networks (SANs). This 2U switch offers a substantial port density with 96 x 16Gbps Fibre Channel ports, each supporting SFP+ transceivers. This configuration provides the high bandwidth and low latency required for demanding storage applications, including large-scale virtualization, high-performance computing, and mission-critical databases. The SN6500B switch is designed to build scalable and resilient storage fabrics. Its architecture ensures reliable data transport and high availability, crucial for business continuity. The 16Gbps Fibre Channel speed per port delivers significant throughput, enabling faster data access and improved application performance. This makes it an ideal choice for organizations looking to consolidate their storage infrastructure and enhance the efficiency of their SAN. With its robust feature set and high port count, the HP C8R43A provides a scalable foundation for modern enterprise storage environments. It facilitates efficient data sharing, simplifies storage management, and supports advanced SAN functionalities. The 2U form factor allows for dense deployment in data centers, optimizing rack space while delivering powerful storage networking capabilities.
