Manufacturer | HP |
Product Name | HPE SN6640C 32Gb 6p FC/FCIP Multiservice Switch |
Manufacturer Part Number | R8M66A |
Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
Device Type | Multiservice Fibre Channel and FCIP Switch |
Product Family | HPE C-series SN6640C |
Weight | 29.1 lbs (13.2 kg) |
Power Requirements | AC 100–240V, 50–60Hz |
Power Consumption | 230W (typical), 300W (maximum) |
HPE SN6640C 32Gb 6p FC/FCIP Multiservice Switch R8M66A


Key Benefits

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- Ensures high-performance Fibre Channel networking with 32Gbps throughput for storage-intensive environments.
- Compact 1U rack-mount design saves valuable data center space and simplifies installation.
- TAA compliance enables procurement by government and public sector organizations.
Product Overview
The HPE SN6640C 32Gb 6p FC/FCIP Multiservice Switch (R8M66A) provides high-speed 32Gbps throughput over six ports, suited for demanding Fibre Channel and FCIP environments. Its compact 1U chassis (1.72" height, 17.3" width, 20.12" depth) allows for space-efficient deployment in data centers. With TAA compliance and Mexican manufacturing origin, it's tailored for use in government and enterprise-grade applications requiring procurement adherence. Suitable for SAN implementations and multiservice networks, the switch supports modern connectivity demand while allowing room for future scalability and integration.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | FCC Class A, UL, CE, VCCI, BSMI, ICES-003 |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
EPEAT Status | Not Applicable |
Advanced Security Features
Access Control | Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) |
Authentication | RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP |
Secure Management | SSH, HTTPS, SNMPv3 |
Fabric Security | VSANs, zoning, and hardware-based zoning enforcement |
Traffic Isolation | VSAN-based segregation |
Denial of Service Protection | Yes |
Interfaces
Ports | 6 ports |
Port Type | Fibre Channel and FCIP |
Data Link Protocol | 32Gb Fibre Channel, Gigabit Ethernet (for FCIP) |
Max Data Transfer Rate | 32 Gbps per port (Fibre Channel) |
Expansion Slots | Modular, SFP+ and SFP28 supported |
Transceiver Modules Supported | 32G, 16G, 8G SFP+ Fibre Channel; 1G SFP Ethernet |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.3 Inch |
Depth | 20.12 Inch |
Height | 1.72 Inch |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Relative Humidity (Operating) | 10% to 85%, non-condensing |
Relative Humidity (Storage) | 5% to 95%, non-condensing |
Cooling | Front-to-rear airflow with redundant hot-swappable fans |
Rack Mounting Kit | Included |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS CLI, GUI, SNMP v1/v2/v3, REST API |
Supported Protocols | SNMP, RMON, Telnet, Syslog, Secure Shell (SSH), HTTPS |
License Options | Base license, optional SAN Extension and Enterprise Licenses |
Remote Management | Yes |
Diagnostics Tools | Built-in diagnostics and troubleshooting tools |