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Q0U54A Overview
Q0U54A is engineered with a high-performance architecture that delivers robust Layer 2/3 switching and ensures efficient scalability for modern network environments. It offers versatile power options, including redundant and AC power, and features a comprehensive port configuration with 10/100/1000 Ethernet, uplink, and SFP ports, allowing seamless stacking and expansion to meet growing performance demands.
Q0U54A is ideally suited for enterprise use cases such as campus networks, branch offices, and data centers where reliability and high throughput are paramount. Its advanced design optimizes deployment with integrated IOS features, secure connectivity, and modular expansion capabilities, making it the backbone solution for scalable and efficient network infrastructures.
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Q0U54A Specifications
| Product Type | Switch |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount |
| Power Consumption | 150 W |
| Number Of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| Number Of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports |
| Manageable | Managed |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 |
| Media Type Supported | Combo |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes |
| Manufacturer Part Number | Q0U54A |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G |
| IOS | IP Services |
| POE Support | POE+ |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Memory | 512 MB |
| Rack Units | 1 RU |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 2 modular expansion slots |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB |
| Switching Capacity | 320 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity With Stacking | 640 Gbps |
| Product Name | Enterprise Q0U54A Switch |
| Height | 1.75 inches |
| Width | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches |
| Weight | 15 lbs |
Q0U54A Use Case
Low-Latency Enterprise Databases with 32Gb HPE StoreFabric SN6600B
In financial services and e-commerce environments running high-frequency OLTP databases, the HPE StoreFabric SN6600B 32Gb 48/24 Fibre Channel Switch delivers sub-microsecond latency across a mixed 48-port 32Gb and 24-port 16/8Gb fabric. This optimized SAN fabric accelerates transaction throughput by up to 40%, ensures consistent I/O performance under peak loads, and supports strict SLAs for mission-critical applications.
Scalable Virtual Desktop Infrastructure with HPE StoreFabric SN6600B
Large enterprise VDI deployments demand predictable storage performance during login storms and daily peak usage. The HPE StoreFabric SN6600B 32Gb 48/24 Fibre Channel Switch provides ultra-low-latency, high-bandwidth connectivity and unified management across hundreds of hosts, reducing login times by 50%, simplifying SAN expansion, and enhancing end-user productivity.
Zero-Data-Loss Disaster Recovery with HPE StoreFabric SN6600B
Global enterprises implementing synchronous replication between primary and secondary data centers require resilient, high-throughput Fibre Channel links. The HPE StoreFabric SN6600B 32Gb 48/24 Fibre Channel Switch offers multi-path redundancy, sub-2ms RPO performance, and 99.9999% uptime, streamlining failover orchestration, safeguarding critical data, and ensuring business continuity.
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Product Comparison Table
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| Depth | N/A | 12 inches | 28 inches | 10 inches | 18 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 32 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | N/A | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AM868C | AQ233B | Q0U54A | QK714D | 658247-B21 |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 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 | N/A | N/A | 2 modular expansion slots | N/A | 24 fixed Ethernet ports with 4 dedicated SFP uplink slots |
| Power Consumption | N/A | N/A | 150 W | 120W | 150 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | AM868C Stackable Managed Ethernet Switch | AQ233B Enterprise Switch | Enterprise Q0U54A Switch | QK714D High-Performance Data Center Switch | Enterprise 658247-B21 Modular 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 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | N/A | 320 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 100 Gbps | 100 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | 640 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 150 Gbps | 200 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | N/A | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | N/A | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
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Questions & Answers
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What is the HPE StoreFabric SN6600B 32Gb 48/24 Fibre Channel Switch?
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The HPE StoreFabric SN6600B is a high-performance 32 Gb/s Fibre Channel switch featuring 48 fixed downlink ports and 24 fixed uplink ports for enterprise SAN environments.
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Which port configuration does the SN6600B switch provide?
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The SN6600B offers 48 dedicated 32 Gb/s fixed downlink ports for edge connectivity plus 24 32 Gb/s fixed uplink ports for core and inter-switch links.
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What throughput and latency can I expect?
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Each port delivers up to 3200 MB/s throughput with sub-microsecond latency, enabling high-speed, low-latency data transfers in demanding SAN deployments.
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Which management interfaces are supported?
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The switch supports a web-based GUI, CLI (SSH/Telnet), SNMP, and integration with HPE SAN Network Advisor for centralized monitoring and configuration.
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Is the SN6600B compatible with NVMe over Fibre Channel?
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Yes. The SN6600B is NVMe/FC ready and optimized to deliver the low latency and high throughput required by NVMe storage arrays.
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What Fibre Channel standards does it support?
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The SN6600B supports ANSI FC-PI-4 standards, including 32 Gb/s Gen 6 Fibre Channel, and is backward-compatible with 16 Gb and 8 Gb devices.
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What advanced fabric services are included?
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Built-in services include VSAN segmentation, NPIV, fabric-based QOS, adaptive networking, and advanced zoning for secure and efficient SAN operations.
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How does the SN6600B ensure high availability?
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It features dual hot-swappable, load-sharing power supplies, redundant hot-swappable fans, and non-disruptive firmware upgrades for continuous uptime.
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What are the typical use cases?
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Ideal for enterprise SAN core/edge deployments, virtualization, database and OLTP acceleration, backup/recovery, and NVMe storage consolidation.
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Which server and OS platforms are supported?
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The switch is certified for HPE ProLiant, HPE Synergy, VMware vSphere, Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and other FC-enabled hosts.
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How scalable is the SN6600B in a multi-switch fabric?
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You can deploy up to 24 switches in a single fabric, supporting up to 16,384 ports, with ISL trunking for dynamic load balancing and oversubscription control.
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What is the typical power consumption?
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Under full load, the SN6600B consumes approximately 300 W. Power-saving features help reduce energy use during low-utilization periods.
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Which SFP+ transceivers can I use?
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The switch supports HPE 32 Gb and 16 Gb SFP+ transceivers, including short-reach (SR) and long-reach (LR) optics, for flexible cabling options.
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What warranty and support options are available?
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The SN6600B includes a 3-year parts, labor, and next-business-day on-site warranty. Optional HPE Foundation Care and Proactive Care services are also available.
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How do I obtain firmware and software updates?
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Firmware and software updates are available via the HPE Support Center. Use the HPE Intelligent Provisioning or SAN Network Advisor for automated update deployment.
