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HP SB3800-16A-11 8/20Q 8/24 16 x Active Ports Fibre Channel Switch
- Product Type: Fibre Channel Switch
- Model Series: SN3000B (implied by similar models)
- Active Ports: 16 x 16Gb/s Fibre Channel ports
- Port Speed: Up to 16Gb/s per port
- Fabric Capacity: 8/20Q (indicates fabric services)
- Form Factor: 1U Rackmount
- Target Environment: Enterprise SAN
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Product Overview
The HP SB3800-16A-11 is an 8/20Q Fibre Channel Switch designed for high-performance SAN environments. It offers 16 active ports for robust connectivity.
Technical Information
| SKU | SB3800-16A-11 |
| Brand | HP |
| Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
Additional Specifications
| Active Ports | 16 |
| Port Speed | 16Gb/s |
| Fabric Configuration | 8/20Q |
Product Description
The HP SB3800-16A-11 is a high-performance Fibre Channel (FC) switch designed to provide robust connectivity for Storage Area Networks (SANs). With 16 active 16Gb/s Fibre Channel ports, this switch offers substantial bandwidth and low latency, essential for demanding enterprise storage applications. The '8/20Q' designation typically refers to the switch's fabric services and capacity, indicating its ability to support advanced features and a certain number of fabric connections. This 1U rackmount switch is built for reliability and scalability, making it a cornerstone for modern data centers. It facilitates efficient data transfer between servers and storage arrays, ensuring high availability and optimal performance for critical business data. The 16Gb/s speed per port allows for rapid access to data, supporting high-throughput workloads such as virtualization, databases, and high-performance computing. The HP SB3800-16A-11 is part of HP's broader storage networking portfolio, designed to integrate seamlessly into existing SAN infrastructures. Its advanced features and high port density make it an ideal choice for organizations looking to build or expand their SAN environments with reliable and high-speed connectivity.
