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HP C8R44A-48AP SN6500B 46x 16GB Port SFP+ 10Base-X FC Switch
- HP SN6500B Fibre Channel Switch.
- 46 x 16Gb Fibre Channel ports.
- Supports 10Gb Ethernet (10Base-X) connectivity.
- High-performance SAN switch.
- Designed for enterprise storage environments.
- Provides robust connectivity for servers and storage arrays.
- Utilizes SFP+ transceivers for flexible port configuration.
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Product Overview
The HP C8R44A-48AP is an SN6500B Fibre Channel Switch with 46 x 16Gb SFP+ ports, supporting 10Gb Ethernet (10Base-X). It is designed for high-performance storage area networks (SANs).
Technical Information
| Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
| Model | HP SN6500B |
| Part Number | C8R44A-48AP |
Additional Specifications
| Fibre Channel Ports | 46 x 16Gb |
| Ethernet Support | 10Gb (10Base-X) |
| Transceiver Type | SFP+ |
Product Description
The HP C8R44A-48AP, part of the SN6500B series, is a high-density Fibre Channel switch engineered for demanding enterprise storage area network (SAN) environments. It provides 46 ports capable of operating at 16 Gigabits per second (Gbps) Fibre Channel, ensuring high-speed and low-latency connectivity between servers and storage devices. The switch is also equipped to support 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10Base-X) connectivity, offering versatility in network integration. This switch is designed to be a core component of a modern SAN, facilitating efficient data transfer, data replication, and high availability for critical applications. The use of SFP+ (Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus) transceivers allows for flexible port configuration, enabling administrators to choose the appropriate optical or copper modules based on their specific network requirements and distances. The SN6500B platform is known for its scalability, reliability, and advanced features, making it suitable for mission-critical data centers. The C8R44A-48AP model, with its substantial port count and high-speed capabilities, is ideal for organizations requiring robust and high-performance storage connectivity to support growing data demands and virtualization environments.
