Product Type | SAN Extension Switch |
Model | HPE SN2600B |
Manufacturer Part Number | R6W20A |
UPC | 190017482262 |
Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
Weight | 17.6 lbs |
Power Requirements | 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz |
Power Supply Redundancy | Yes, hot-swappable dual redundant power supplies |
Product Family | HPE Storage Networking |
HPE SN2600B 32Gb 12/4 SAN Extension Switch with 16Gb SFP+
Key Benefits

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- Delivers enterprise-grade 32Gbps Fibre Channel performance for demanding data center workloads.
- Compact 1U design integrates seamlessly into existing rack infrastructure while enabling scalability.
- Compliant with TAA regulations, making it suitable for public sector and federal agency use.
Product Overview
The HPE SN2600B 32Gb 12/4 SAN Extension Switch is a purpose-built solution for high-performance SAN connectivity, delivering 32Gbps Fibre Channel bandwidth and 16Gb Short Wave SFP+ support across up to 18 ports. This 1U rackmount switch supports 1/10Gbps Ethernet and is tailored for midrange storage extension. With a weight of 17.6 lbs and TAA compliance, it is a robust enterprise-class solution for long-distance data replication and disaster recovery scenarios.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Czechia |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | FCC, UL, CSA, CE, VCCI, BSMI, RCM |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
WEEE Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Access Control | Role-based access control (RBAC) |
Secure Management | HTTPS, SSH, SNMPv3 |
Authentication Methods | RADIUS, LDAP, TACACS+ |
Encryption | IPSec for WAN extension |
Interfaces
Total Number of Ports | 18 |
Fibre Channel Ports | 12 x 32Gbps shortwave Fibre Channel |
Ethernet Ports | 4 x 1/10GbE |
SFP+ Support | Yes |
Fiber Interface Type | SFP+/QSFP |
Data Link Protocol | 32Gb Fibre Channel |
Data Transfer Rate | 32 Gbps (Fibre Channel), 10 Gbps (Ethernet) |
Port Expansion | Yes, via additional licensed ports |
Line Rate Switching | Yes |
Latency | <1 microsecond switching latency |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.32 in |
Depth | 17.74 in |
Height | 1.73 in |
Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Storage Temperature Range | -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity Range | 10% to 85% non-condensing |
Storage Humidity Range | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
Acoustic Noise Level | 65 dB max |
Cooling Type | Redundant variable-speed fans |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | CLI, Web GUI, SNMP, REST API |
Supported Management Tools | HPE SANnav Management Portal |
Licensing Model | Port-on-demand licensing |
Included Licenses | Base software license, 12 port activation |
Optional Licenses | Advanced Extension License, Integrated Routing License |