Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
Manufacturer | HPE |
Model | SN6620C |
Part Number | R0P13A |
Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
RAM (Installed) | 32 GB |
Power Requirements | 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
Typical Power Consumption | 220 Watts |
Redundant Power Supplies | Yes (Dual hot-swappable) |
HPE SN6620C 32Gb 24-port SFP+ Fibre Channel Switch
Key Benefits

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- Delivers high-speed 32Gb Fibre Channel networking across 24 ports, ideal for enterprise SANs.
- Optimized performance with 32 GB RAM ensures smooth data flow under heavy loads.
- TAA-compliant and rackmount-ready, making it suitable for government and enterprise data centers.
Product Overview
The HPE SN6620C 32Gb 24-port SFP+ Fibre Channel Switch is a high-density, enterprise-class solution tailored for storage networks demanding extreme speed and consistent reliability. Designed in a compact 1U form factor, this switch features 24 SFP+ interfaces supporting 32Gb Fibre Channel connectivity, ensuring high bandwidth and reduced latency. The system is equipped with 32GB of RAM to handle large data buffers efficiently.
With dimensions of 17.3" width, 22.3" depth, and 1.72" height, the SN6620C fits easily into standard data center racks. Built in Mexico and meeting TAA compliance, it's suitable for federal deployments. Its support for advanced FC protocols and Network Storage Server capabilities make it ideal for SANs in sectors like finance, healthcare, and enterprise IT. A powerful choice for upgrading legacy infrastructures or greenfield SAN deployments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Support |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, FCC Class A, RoHS |
MTBF | 623,000 hours |
Energy Efficiency | Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) support |
Advanced Security Features
Authentication | RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP |
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) | Yes |
Secure Management | SSH v2, HTTPS, SNMPv3 |
Traffic Encryption Support | IPSec for management traffic |
Port Security | Yes (DHCH, FC-SP support) |
Interfaces
Interface Type | SFP+ |
Number of SFP+ Ports | 24 |
Port Bandwidth | 32 Gbps per port |
Aggregate Bandwidth | 768 Gbps full duplex |
Expansion Slots | Yes (Up to 48 Ports with licenses) |
Transceivers Included | None (sold separately) |
Port Speed Auto-Sensing | Yes (4/8/16/32 Gbps) |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.3 in |
Depth | 22.3 in |
Height | 1.72 in |
Weight | 17.6 lbs (8 kg) |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Non-Operating Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 85% (non-condensing) |
Non-Operating Humidity | 5% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Cooling Method | Front-to-back or back-to-front airflow (field reversible) |
Rack Mountable | Yes |
Acoustic Noise Level | 64 dB (typical) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS CLI, Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
API Support | Yes (REST API, SNMP v1, v2, v3) |
Licensing Model | Port activation license model |
Included Software Features | Built-in diagnostics, Virtual SANs, Slow-drain detection |
Cloud Compatibility | Integrated with Cisco management tools |