Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
Model | HPE Storage Fibre Channel Switch C-Series SN6720C |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Weight | 21.8 lbs. |
Power Requirements | 100 to 240 VAC |
Redundant Power Supply | Yes |
Rack Mountable | Yes |
Manufacturer Part Number | S0W94B |
HPE SN6720C 64Gb 48/48 32Gb SFP+ Fibre Channel v2 Switch





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- Delivers ultra-fast 64Gbps Fibre Channel speeds across 48 ports, ideal for high-throughput SAN environments
- Compact 1RU design maximizes data center rack space without compromising performance
- TAA compliance and Mexican manufacturing enable eligibility for federal and public sector contracts
Product Overview
The HPE SN6720C 64Gb Fibre Channel v2 Switch is a high-performance networking solution built for modern data centers and enterprise environments. It supports up to 48 ports at 64Gbps, enabling exceptional throughput for SANs within a compact 1RU form factor. With support for Short Wave SFP+ transceivers, it seamlessly integrates with a broad range of Fibre Channel devices.
The switch includes a redundant AC power supply and operates between 100–240 VAC. It features (1-1-1) hardware warranty coverage backed by HPE, ensuring dependable service. Operating effectively from 0°C to 40°C, it's built in Mexico and TAA-compliant, suitable for public sector or regulated industry contracts.
This switch is ideal for data center virtualization, storage consolidation, and high-performance computing deployments where reliable, high-speed data access is critical.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.299 inches |
Depth | 18 inches |
Height | 1.72 inches |
Minimum Operating Temperature | 0°C |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 40°C |
Operating Humidity Range | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Non-Operating Temperature | -40°C to 70°C |
Non-Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Altitude (Operating) | Up to 10,000 ft |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS and DCNM (Data Center Network Manager) |
CLI Support | Yes |
SNMP Support | Yes |
Web UI | Yes |
Monitoring Tools | Cisco Call Home, Cisco Smart Call Home |
Included Licensing Features | Base SAN OS features |
Interfaces
Ports Quantity | 48 |
Port Type | SFP+ |
Maximum Port Speed | 64 Gbps |
Supported Data Link Protocol | Fibre Channel |
Port Configuration | 48 active ports supporting 64Gb FC |
Transceiver Modules Supported | Short Wave SFP+ |
Expansion Slots Type | SFP+, QSFP28 |
Aggregate Switch Bandwidth | 4 Tbps |
Forwarding Performance | 3,000 Mpps |
Buffer per Port | Up to 32 MB per port group |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CSA, IEC/EN 60950-1, FCC Part 15 Class A, VCCI, ICES-003, CE, RoHS, REACH |
Electromagnetic Emissions | FCC Class A |
Advanced Security Features
Access Control | Role-based access control (RBAC) |
AAA Support | RADIUS, TACACS+ |
Secure Management | SSH v2, SNMPv3, HTTPS |
Port Security | Yes |
Fabric Security | FC-SP (Fibre Channel Security Protocol) |