HPE SN6720C 64Gb 48/24 64Gb Short Wave SFP+ Fibre Channel v2 Switch

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HPE SN6720C 64Gb 48/24 64Gb Short Wave SFP+ Fibre Channel v2 Switch

Engineered for modern storage area networks, the HPE SN6720C Fibre Channel switch delivers high-performance 64 Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity that enterprises rely on to move data quickly and securely from servers to the SAN core. The v2 SN6720C model blends dense front-end ports with flexible uplinks, enabling scalable fabric designs that grow with your business. Optimized for midmarket to large data centers, this switch supports demanding workloads—from database transactions and virtualization to analytics pipelines and backup/restore operations—while maintaining low latency, predictable bandwidth, and strong fault tolerance. If your goal is to consolidate storage, accelerate I/O-bound applications, or future-proof your SAN infrastructure, the SN6720C provides the reliability, manageability, and performance you need.

  • Ultra-fast 64 Gb/s Fibre Channel per port supports high-throughput storage traffic with low latency, while maintaining backward compatibility with 32 Gb/s devices for a smooth migration path.
  • Dense, scalable port architecture with a 48-port front-end design plus flexible uplink options, allowing fabrics to expand as your storage requirements evolve.
  • Non-blocking, lossless fabric architecture ensures predictable performance under heavy workloads and helps prevent congestion across the SAN fabric.
  • Enterprise-grade management and automation includes comprehensive tools for provisioning, zoning, monitoring, and firmware updates, simplifying day-to-day operations and long-term SAN maintenance.
  • Reliability you can count on with hot-swappable power supplies and fans, redundant components, and a robust fault-tolerant design built to maximize uptime in data center environments.

Technical Details of HPE SN6720C 64Gb 48/24 64Gb Short Wave SFP+ Fibre Channel v2 Switch

  • Product family: HPE Storage Fibre Channel Switch C-Series
  • Model: SN6720C
  • Port configuration: 48 Fibre Channel ports (front-facing) with flexible uplink options
  • Fibre Channel speed: 32 Gb/s and 64 Gb/s per port (backward compatible)
  • Transceivers: Short Wave SFP+ (SW SFP+) compatibility for high-density deployments
  • Form factor: Rack-mountable 2U switch for data center racks
  • Management: Integrated with HPE management tools, CLI, and GUI for fabric provisioning
  • Redundancy: Hot-swappable power supplies and fans to support continuous operation
  • Security and reliability: Proven SAN security features, zoning controls, and fabric-level fault isolation

How to install HPE SN6720C

Installing the HPE SN6720C is designed to be straightforward for experienced data center teams. Follow these practical steps to deploy the switch in a typical SAN rack and bring up a resilient fabric quickly:

  • Prepare your rack and power: Identify a suitable 2U space in a cooled rack with adequate airflow. Ensure power availability that matches the switch’s requirements. Have spare hot-swappable power supplies ready for redundancy.
  • Unbox and inspect: Verify the SN6720C package contents, remove the chassis, and inspect for any shipping damage. Check that all components (PSUs, fans, cables) are present and undamaged.
  • Rack-mount the switch: Secure the switch in the designated 2U slot using appropriate mounting rails. Ensure proper cable management to maximize airflow and reduce strain on connectors.
  • Connect fabric cables: Attach Fibre Channel cables to the 48 FC ports and connect corresponding devices (hosts, storage arrays, switch-to-switch links). Use appropriate SFP+ transceivers for your topology and ensure correct termination and LC/SC compatibility as required.
  • Establish management access: Connect a management interface to your network or dedicated out-of-band network. Configure console access (if available) and establish initial connectivity to the switch’s management IP.
  • Power up and verify: Apply power and monitor LEDs for normal operation. Access the CLI or GUI to confirm fabric visibility, port status, and basic health indicators.
  • Firmware and feature enablement: Check for the latest firmware and apply updates as recommended by HP/HPE. Enable essential features such as zoning, LUN masking, and other fabric-hardening settings according to your storage policy.
  • Fabric configuration: Create the initial fabric, configure NPIV if needed, and define zone sets to enforce access controls between hosts and storage targets. Validate performance with representative workloads before production cutover.
  • Ongoing management: Integrate with your existing SAN management tools, schedule regular health checks, monitor port performance, and establish alerting thresholds to stay ahead of capacity and fault conditions.

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the HPE SN6720C? It is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch in the HPE Storage Fibre Channel Switch C-Series, designed to provide scalable, low-latency connectivity between servers and storage arrays in SAN environments. The v2 variant emphasizes improved throughput, efficiency, and fabric management while maintaining compatibility with existing FC infrastructure.
  • What workloads is the SN6720C best suited for? It is ideal for enterprise storage, virtualization platforms, database-intensive operations, backup/restore pipelines, and analytics workloads that require predictable latency and consistent bandwidth across a SAN fabric.
  • How many ports does it have and what speeds are supported? The SN6720C features 48 Fibre Channel ports with support for 32 Gb/s and 64 Gb/s per port. This combination allows a dense, scalable fabric while remaining compatible with older 32 Gb/s devices in mixed environments.
  • Is the SN6720C compatible with other HPE storage systems? Yes. It is designed to integrate within HPE storage ecosystems, including HPE storage arrays, data protection appliances, and SAN management tools, providing a cohesive storage network.
  • What about reliability and uptime? The switch supports hot-swappable power supplies and fans, enabling redundancy and faster RFO (recovery from outage) in data center deployments. It also includes features typical of enterprise SAN switches such as fabric health monitoring, zoning controls, and fault containment.
  • How do I manage and monitor the SN6720C? Management is offered through HP/HPE SAN management tools, including CLI and GUI interfaces, with integration into your existing monitoring and automation workflows for provisioning, zoning, firmware upgrades, and fabric health checks.
  • Where can I find the official specifications? For the most accurate, up-to-date specifications, refer to the EC Synnex listing using the product’s UPC or SKU as a reference to pull the exact technical details and firmware compatibility.

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