HPE SN6730C 96-Port 32Gb Fibre Channel Switch
The HPE SN6730C is a high-performance 96-port Fibre Channel switch engineered for enterprise data centers requiring scalable, low-latency storage networking. This 32Gb SFP+ switch delivers exceptional throughput for mission-critical applications, virtualization environments, and large-scale storage area networks (SANs). Built for organizations that demand reliability, performance, and seamless integration with existing HPE infrastructure, the SN6730C provides the connectivity backbone your enterprise needs.
Key Features
- 96 ports of 32Gb Fibre Channel connectivity for maximum fabric density
- SFP+ transceiver support enabling flexible deployment options
- Rack-mountable design optimized for standard data center installations
- Low-latency architecture for time-sensitive storage workloads
- Enterprise-grade reliability with comprehensive management capabilities
- Seamless interoperability with HPE storage and server ecosystems
- 1-year manufacturer warranty included
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Part Number |
S2S01A |
| Model |
SN6730C |
| Port Count |
96 ports |
| Port Speed |
32Gb Fibre Channel |
| Transceiver Type |
SFP+ Short Wave |
| Form Factor |
Rack-mountable |
| Warranty |
1 year |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 96-port Fibre Channel switch used for?
A 96-port Fibre Channel switch consolidates storage network connectivity for large enterprises, enabling hundreds of servers and storage arrays to communicate at high speeds with minimal latency. It's ideal for data centers running virtualization, databases, and backup infrastructure.
Is the HPE SN6730C compatible with existing storage systems?
Yes, the SN6730C integrates seamlessly with HPE storage arrays, servers, and third-party SAN equipment supporting 32Gb Fibre Channel. Verify transceiver compatibility and fabric requirements with your IT team before deployment.
What does 32Gb SFP+ mean?
32Gb SFP+ refers to the port speed (32 gigabits per second) and the hot-swappable transceiver standard. This enables flexible, future-ready connectivity while maintaining backward compatibility with lower-speed Fibre Channel infrastructure.
How does this switch improve data center performance?
With 96 ports of high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity, the SN6730C reduces network congestion, lowers latency for storage I/O operations, and provides the bandwidth density needed for modern virtualized and cloud-native workloads.
