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Q9D34A
HPE SN6610C 32GB 8P 16GB SFP+ FC SWCH PL-1Y
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Q9D34A Overview
Q9D34A is a high-performance, rack-mount network switch built with a robust architecture that supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations. It features redundant power options, a mix of twisted pair and fiber media support, and a flexible port configuration, ensuring efficient connectivity and enhanced network performance in mission-critical environments.
Q9D34A offers advanced stacking capabilities that facilitate seamless scalability and simplified network management. With reliable switching capacity, high throughput, and support for POE+, it is ideally suited for enterprise data centers, campus networks, and modern converged infrastructures where performance and resilience are paramount.
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Q9D34A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 250W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- Q9D34A
- 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 expansion slots for stacking modules
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 640 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 1,280 Gbps
- Product Name
- Q9D34A UltraScale Network Switch
- Height
- 1 inch
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Weight
- 20 lbs
Q9D34A Use Case
Enterprise SAN Consolidation and Scalability with Q9D34A-HPE SN6610C
Scenario: In a 1,000-server enterprise data center, the Q9D34A-HPE SN6610C 32GB 8P 16GB SFP+ FC SWCH PL-1Y consolidates legacy Fibre Channel islands into a unified 32Gb SAN fabric. IT teams leverage 8x 32 GbE front-panel ports and 16x 16 Gb SFP+ ports for seamless, non-disruptive expansion across multiple storage arrays. Benefit: Achieve 4× higher aggregate throughput, simplify zoning and management, and reduce rack space by 60%, driving a 50% decrease in operational costs.
High-Performance VMware vSphere Storage Networking
Scenario: A global financial services firm deploys the Q9D34A-HPE SN6610C 32GB 8P 16GB SFP+ FC SWCH PL-1Y as the dedicated Fibre Channel fabric for its VMware vSphere clusters. Utilizing NPIV, PortChannel trunking, and seamless integration with VMware Site Recovery Manager, the switch delivers consistent sub-millisecond latency under heavy virtual machine workloads. Benefit: Ensure 99.999% application availability, enable zero-impact maintenance windows, and accelerate storage I/O by up to 3× for mission-critical trading platforms.
Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Replication
Scenario: A healthcare provider replicates critical patient records and imaging data between primary and remote datacenters over an HPE 3PAR StoreServ SAN fabric powered by the Q9D34A-HPE SN6610C 32GB 8P 16GB SFP+ FC SWCH PL-1Y. Fabric Vision diagnostics and advanced RAS features guarantee uninterrupted Fibre Channel replication even under peak loads. Benefit: Achieve near-zero RPO/RTO, maintain full HIPAA compliance, and deliver 24×7 data integrity assurance for life-critical applications.
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Product Comparison Table
 Q9D34A |  Q0U61B |  C8R43A |  QK753B |  787635-B21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 18 inches | 12 inches | 12 inches | 12 inches | 11 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1 inch | 1 inch | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | 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 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | Q9D34A | Q0U61B | C8R43A | QK753B | 787635-B21 |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo |
| Memory | 512 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 48 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 | 2 expansion slots for stacking modules | N/A | 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 4 SFP slots | 4 expansion slots available | 2 expansion slots available |
| Power Consumption | 250W | 120W | 85W | 65 W | 350 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Q9D34A UltraScale Network Switch | Q0U61B Advanced Stackable Gigabit Switch | C8R43A High-Performance Rack-Mount Switch | QK753B High-Performance Managed Switch | Enterprise Stackable Switch 787635-B21 |
| 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 | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 640 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 80 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 1,280 Gbps | 352 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 352 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 20 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 18 lbs | 12 lbs |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
P
Paul Jenkins
4
Simple setup and consistent connectivity.
V
Victor Adams
5
Works well for smaller Fibre Channel networks.
E
Edward Shaw
3
Stable performance with no interruptions.
M
Martin Price
4
Solid and dependable SAN switch.
Questions & Answers
What are the key features of the HPE SN6610C 32GB 8P 16GB SFP+ FC Switch PL-1Y?
The HPE SN6610C switch offers eight 16 Gb Fibre Channel ports, 32 GB cache memory, low-latency switching, and an advanced ASIC for optimized SAN performance, backed by a one-year HPE Proactive Care warranty.
Which SFP+ optics are supported by the SN6610C 16GB FC switch?
The SN6610C supports all HPE-qualified 16 Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ modules, including short-wave, long-wave, and extended reach optics for distances up to 10 km in single-mode and 150 m in multimode environments.
How many virtual SANs (VSANs) can the HPE SN6610C handle?
The SN6610C supports up to 256 VSANs, enabling segmentation of the fabric into multiple isolated SAN domains for enhanced security and multi-tenant deployments.
What management tools are available for the HPE SN6610C FC switch?
The SN6610C can be managed via the HPE On-board Administrator CLI, HPE Command View SAN Management Portal, or RESTful API, providing flexible, automated provisioning and monitoring.