Manufacturer | HP |
Product Name | HP SN6010C 12-port 16Gb FC Switch |
Manufacturer Part Number | K2Q16A#ABA |
Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
Model | HPE C-series SN6010C Fibre Channel Switch |
Form Factor | 1U |
Rack Mountable | Yes |
Weight | 19.84 lbs. |
Power Consumption | 72W (typical), 89W (maximum) |
Power Supply | AC 250W power supply (1 included, up to 2 supported for redundancy) |
Redundant Power Supply Support | Yes |
HP SN6010C 12-port 16Gb FC Switch



Key Benefits

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- Enterprise-level Fibre Channel switch with 16 Gbps throughput for high-speed SAN performance
- TAA compliance and encryption support make it suitable for secure and regulated environments
- Backed by HP’s 1-year on-site service and support plan for reduced downtime and operational continuity
Product Overview
The HP SN6010C 12-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Switch (Model K2Q16A#ABA) is built for enterprise-grade storage area network (SAN) applications, offering 16 Gbps data transfer speeds across 12 ports. Its compact 1U form factor saves rack space while providing powerful connectivity. Key features include advanced encryption capabilities and TAA compliance, making it ideal for government and compliance-sensitive environments. With 1-year on-site service and support and a sturdy build sourced from Mexico, it integrates smoothly into modern IT infrastructures and scales with expanding enterprise needs.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.16 Inch |
Depth | 16.34 Inch |
Height | 1.72 Inch |
Operating Temperature Range | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature Range | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity Range | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Acoustic Noise Level | 63 dB (typical) |
Cooling | Front-to-back airflow with redundant fans |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS CLI, DCNM (Data Center Network Manager) |
Licensing Model | Port-based licensing for scalability (Base + On-Demand Expansion) |
Management Features | CLI, SNMP v1/v2/v3, RMON, Syslog |
Remote Monitoring | Supported via SNMP and DCNM |
Interfaces
Installed Ports | 12 x 16Gb Fibre Channel (SFP+) |
Available Ports (Max Capacity) | 48 ports with license upgrade |
Port Expansion Capabilities | Expandable via port activation licenses |
Data Transfer Rate | 16 Gbps per port |
Auto-Negotiation | Yes |
Port Connector Type | SFP+ |
SFP/SFP+ Modules Supported | Short-, long-, or extended-wave SFP+ optical modules |
Aggregate Throughput | 768 Gbps (with full 48 ports enabled) |
Latency | <1 microsecond port-to-port latency |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Environmental Certification | RoHS |
Safety Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, IEC 60950-1 |
EMI Certifications | FCC Class A, VCCI Class A, EN 55022 Class A |
Advanced Security Features
Authentication Methods | RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP |
DH-CHAP Authentication | Yes |
Port Security | Yes |
Encryption Capability | Hardware-enforced encryption via Cisco TrustSec |
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) | Yes |
Firmware Integrity Verification | Yes (Secure Boot and Run-Time Defenses) |