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Lenovo B6505 FC SAN Switch with 12 x 16Gb SWL SFPs

VENDOR: LENOVO Mfg Part#: 3873AR5 UPC#: 889488088393
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  • 12 x 16Gb shortwave SFP transceivers included
  • Supports Gigabit Ethernet data link protocol
  • Compact SFP form factor for flexible deployments
  • 16Gbps data transfer rate for high-speed environments
  • TAA-compliant and manufactured in Hungary

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Key Benefits

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  • Includes 12 pre-installed 16Gb SWL SFPs, offering immediate high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity.
  • Supports TAA compliance, making it suitable for federal and publicly funded deployments.
  • 16Gbps transfer rate and SFP form factor allow scalable, compact configuration for modern data centers.

Product Overview

The Lenovo B6505 FC SAN Switch is engineered for enterprise storage networks requiring fast and secure data transfer. This compact but high-performing device comes with 12 shortwave 16Gb SFP transceivers, enabling robust Fibre Channel connectivity suited for data centers dealing with high bandwidth workloads. Built to support compliance-sensitive applications, the switch also meets TAA standards and is manufactured in Hungary.

With a 16Gbps data transfer rate and support for Gigabit Ethernet protocols, the B6505 supports seamless integration into existing Fibre Channel environments. Its SFP form factor provides flexibility and facilitates efficient port density in rack-mounted network deployments. Whether deployed in new infrastructure or used to upgrade aging networks, the Lenovo B6505 supports business-critical applications needing reliable, high-speed storage area networking.

Ideal for organizations seeking dependable data flow and scalable connectivity, this switch provides excellent ROI by combining performance, compliance, and Lenovo’s renowned quality. Use it to ensure secure, high-speed links between servers and storage arrays, reducing data bottlenecks and improving access to mission-critical files across the enterprise.

Specifications

Product Overview
Product Type Fibre Channel SAN Switch
Model Lenovo B6505
Form Factor 1U Rack-mountable
Power Supply Dual hot-swappable AC power supplies
Power Consumption 120 Watts (typical)
Weight 7.6 kg (16.8 lbs)
Manufacturer Part Number 3873AR5
UPC 889488088393

Wireless Features

Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin Hungary
TAA Compliant Yes
Certifications FCC, UL, CE, VCCI, ICES, RCM
Environmental Standards RoHS compliant

Advanced Security Features
Authentication RADIUS, LDAP, TACACS+
Access Control Role Based Access Control (RBAC)
Secure Management HTTPS, SSHv2, SNMPv3
Data Traffic Security FC-SP, DHCHAP, FIPS-compliant encryption support

Interfaces
Total Ports 24 SFP+ Fibre Channel Ports
Ports Populated 12 x 16Gb SWL SFPs included
Port Speed 16 Gbps Fibre Channel (auto-negotiates to 8 and 4 Gbps)
Data Transfer Rate 16 Gbps per port
SFP Form Factor Shortwave SFP+
Port Type Fibre Channel SFP+
Aggregate Bandwidth 768 Gbps full duplex
Switching Bandwidth 768 Gbps full duplex
Latency <0.8 microseconds (cut-through switching)

Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (H x W x D) 4.37 x 43.74 x 43.84 cm (1.72 x 17.22 x 17.27 inches)
Operating Temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage Temperature -25 °C to 70 °C (-13 °F to 158 °F)
Operating Humidity 10% to 85% non-condensing
Acoustic Noise 63.1 dB (typical)
Cooling Redundant fan trays with front-to-back airflow

Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface Web Tools, CLI, SSH, SNMP v1/v3, SMI-S
Supported Management Platforms Lenovo XClarity, Brocade Network Advisor
License Features Ports-on-Demand (PoD), Fabric Vision licensed
Included Licenses 12 active ports enabled, upgradeable to 24