{"product_id":"hpe-sn3000b-16gb-fibre-channel-switch-prev-89015","title":"HPE SN3000B 16Gb 24-port\/12-port Fibre Channel Switch","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE SN3000B 16Gb Fibre Channel Switch\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE SN3000B 16Gb 24-port\/12-port Active Fibre Channel Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is purpose-built for enterprises deploying hyper-scale and private cloud storage environments. This rack-mountable storage networking switch delivers high-performance 16Gb Fibre Channel connectivity with flexible port activation, allowing you to start with 12 active ports and scale to 24 ports as your infrastructure grows. Ideal for data centers requiring reliable SAN connectivity, the SN3000B combines enterprise-grade performance with cost-effective scalability for mission-critical storage deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16Gb Fibre Channel performance for high-speed storage networking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible 12-port or 24-port active configuration options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRack-mountable design optimized for data center deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise-grade reliability for hyper-scale environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScalable port activation to match evolving connectivity needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive switching architecture for mission-critical SAN deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSN3000B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQW937AR#ABU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre Channel Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16Gb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-port\/12-port Active\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRack-mountable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Area Network (SAN) Switching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnvironment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHyper-scale and Private Cloud Storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a 16Gb Fibre Channel switch used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 16Gb Fibre Channel switch like the HPE SN3000B is used to connect storage devices, servers, and storage area networks (SANs) in data centers. It provides high-speed, low-latency connectivity essential for mission-critical storage environments and hyper-scale cloud infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the HPE SN3000B switch ports be expanded?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the SN3000B features flexible port activation, allowing you to start with 12 active ports and scale up to 24 ports as your storage networking requirements grow, providing cost-effective scalability without replacing hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the HPE SN3000B suitable for private cloud storage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The HPE SN3000B 16Gb Fibre Channel Switch is specifically designed for private cloud and hyper-scale storage environments, delivering the reliability, performance, and scalability required for enterprise storage deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the benefits of a rack-mountable storage networking switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRack-mountable switches like the SN3000B maximize data center space efficiency, simplify cable management, and integrate seamlessly into standard server racks, reducing deployment time and operational complexity in enterprise storage environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41734122111051,"sku":"QW937AR#ABU","price":8909.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.com\/products\/hpe-sn3000b-16gb-fibre-channel-switch-prev-89015","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}