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C8R44B
HPE StoreFabric SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 Power Pack+ FC Switch
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C8R44B Overview
C8R44B is a high-performance network switch engineered with a robust architecture that supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionalities, offering versatile connectivity solutions for modern IT infrastructures. It comes equipped with flexible power options, including an AC Power Supply with a redundant design option, and a comprehensive array of Ethernet ports designed for both uplink and downlink connectivity, ensuring optimal network performance and scalability.
C8R44B features advanced stacking capabilities that enable simplified network management and high-speed interconnectivity, making it suitable for applications ranging from enterprise core networks to data centers and branch offices. Its proven performance, efficient memory management, and compact rack-mount form factor make it ideal for demanding environments that require reliable, high-throughput connectivity and seamless scalability.
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C8R44B Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- IOS
- IP Services
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- POE Support
- POE+
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 256 Gbps
- Depth
- 12.0 inches
- Weight
- 15 lbs
- Power Consumption
- 85 W
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 fixed Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C8R44B
- Product Name
- C8R44B Network Switch
C8R44B Use Case
Enterprise SAN Consolidation with C8R44B-HPE StoreFabric SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 Power Pack+ FC Switch
Large enterprises managing fragmented Fibre Channel fabrics struggle with complexity and high operational costs. By deploying the C8R44B-HPE StoreFabric SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 Power Pack+ FC Switch—featuring 96 native 16 Gb/s ports plus 48 expansion ports—you achieve a unified SAN fabric with automated zoning and QoS. Outcome: 50% fewer switches, 30% lower TCO, and streamlined fabric management.
High-Performance Virtualization for Cloud Service Providers with HPE StoreFabric SN6500B
Cloud providers require ultra-low latency and massive throughput for VMware vSphere and Hyper-V clusters. The C8R44B-HPE StoreFabric SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 Power Pack+ FC Switch delivers sub-microsecond latency, 1.7 Tbps of switching capacity, and integrated Fabric Vision for pro-active monitoring. Outcome: 2× faster VM migrations, consistent <1 µs response times, and 99.999% storage uptime.
Accelerated Backup & Disaster Recovery in Financial Services with HPE SN6500B
Financial institutions face tight RTO/RPO windows for nightly backups and remote replication. Leveraging the C8R44B-HPE StoreFabric SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 Power Pack+ FC Switch—engineered for continuous operation with redundant power supplies and hot-swap fans—ensures 16 Gb/s performance across 96 ports. Outcome: 40% reduction in backup windows, rapid offsite DR replication, and full compliance with regulatory recovery SLAs.
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Product Comparison Table
 C8R44B |  Q0U59A |  AJ820C |  Q6M26A |  AM866C | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12.0 inches | 14 inches | 11 inches | 19.3 inches | 11 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1 inch |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Base | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C8R44B | Q0U59A | AJ820C | Q6M26A | AM866C |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 fixed Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | 2 expansion slots for additional modules | 24 RJ-45 ports with 4 fixed SFP uplink slots | N/A | 2 expansion slots available |
| Power Consumption | 85 W | 120W | 120W | 150W | 50W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply / Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | C8R44B Network Switch | Q0U59A SmartStack 9000 | AJ820C Enterprise-Grade Stackable Switch | Enterprise Modular Layer 3 Switch Q6M26A | AM866C High-Performance Stacked Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 192 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 256 Gbps | 352 Gbps | 384 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 320 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 15 lbs | 12 lbs | 15 lbs | 25 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
E
Eric Walsh
4
Stable SAN backbone with good scalability.
M
Martin Shaw
5
Handled storage traffic without issues.
V
Victor Long
3
Enterprise grade Fibre Channel switching.
J
James Porter
4
Strong performance and uptime.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE StoreFabric SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 Power Pack+ FC Switch?
The HPE StoreFabric SN6500B 16Gb 96/48 Power Pack+ FC Switch is a high-density Fibre Channel SAN switch offering 96 native 16Gbps and 48 licensed 32Gbps ports, delivering enterprise-grade scalability, performance and reliability.
What are the key features of the SN6500B Power Pack+ FC Switch?
Key features include 144 total ports (96×16Gbps/48×32Gbps), 4Tbps non-blocking backplane, up to 5M frames/sec, dual hot-swap power supplies, redundant fans, HPE Fabric Vision and Virtual Connect integration.
How does the SN6500B switch enhance SAN performance?
The SN6500B delivers sub-1µs latency, up to 32Gbps per port and a 4Tbps fabric capacity, maximizing throughput and minimizing bottlenecks for latency-sensitive storage workloads.
Which management tools are compatible with the SN6500B?
The SN6500B integrates with HPE OneView, SAN Network Advisor and Virtual Connect Enterprise Manager for centralized provisioning, monitoring, firmware management and SAN diagnostics.