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QK754C
HPE SN6000B 16Gb 48-port/24-port Active Power Pack+ Fibre Ch...
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QK754C Overview
QK754C is a high-performance enterprise switch that features a robust modular architecture designed to optimize data flow and reliability. It offers versatile power options including standard AC power alongside support for redundant power supplies, multiple Ethernet ports for both uplink and downlink connectivity, and advanced stacking capabilities to simplify network management.
QK754C provides scalability and exceptional performance with efficient Layer 2/Layer 3 switching, ensuring rapid data transmission and minimal latency. Designed for demanding use cases ranging from campus networks to data centers, its integrated architecture and rich port configurations make it a reliable solution for expanding network infrastructures.
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QK754C Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- 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
- QK754C
- 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
- 4 x 10G SFP+ uplink slots, 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 256 Gbps
- Product Name
- QK754C Enterprise Stackable Switch
- Height
- 1.75 in
- Width
- 17.5 in
- Depth
- 12 in
- Weight
- 6 lbs
QK754C Use Case
Enterprise SAN Consolidation with QK754C-HPE SN6000B 16Gb 48-Port Active Power Pack+ FC Switch
A global enterprise migrates multiple isolated 8Gb fabrics into a unified, high-density 16Gb SAN using the QK754C-HPE SN6000B 48-port Active Power Pack+ Fibre Channel Switch. By leveraging non-blocking architecture and integrated power redundancy, the IT team reduces switch count by 40%, doubles aggregate throughput to 768Gb/s, and simplifies management via a single SAN fabric. Outcome: streamlined operations, 30% lower power and cooling costs, and sub-millisecond storage access across all data centers.
High-Performance Virtualization for VMware with QK754C-HPE SN6000B 16Gb 24-Port Active Power Pack+ FC Switch
A Fortune 500 services firm deploys a VMware vSphere cluster supporting 2,000+ VMs on shared block storage connected through the QK754C-HPE SN6000B 24-port Active Power Pack+ Fibre Channel Switch. Advanced buffer credits and dynamic fabric provisioning ensure consistent sub-1 ms latency and automatic load balancing across 16Gb links. Outcome: guaranteed SLA compliance, 99.99% VM availability, and seamless on-demand scaling without forklift upgrades.
Accelerated Disaster Recovery & Backup with QK754C-HPE SN6000B 16Gb 48-Port Active Power Pack+ FC Switch
A financial services provider implements continuous replication between primary and secondary sites using the QK754C-HPE SN6000B 48-port Active Power Pack+ Fibre Channel Switch. With integrated power redundancy and sub-microsecond port failover, backups and snapshots complete in under two hours instead of eight. Outcome: near-zero RPO/RTO, compliance with stringent regulatory SLAs, and a 50% reduction in backup window duration.
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Product Comparison Table
 QK754C |  Q6M26A |  Q9E63A |  Q9D36A |  QW937A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12 in | 19.3 inches | 14 inches | 11 inches | 12 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 in | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | LAN Base | IP Services | LAN Base | LAN Base |
| 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 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | QK754C | Q6M26A | Q9E63A | Q9D36A | QW937A |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 512 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 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 | 4 x 10G SFP+ uplink slots, 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports | N/A | 24 Ethernet ports with 4 dedicated SFP uplinks | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ uplinks | N/A |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 150W | 250 W | 150 W | 60 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply / Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply, Redundant Power Supply Supported | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | QK754C Enterprise Stackable Switch | Enterprise Modular Layer 3 Switch Q6M26A | Enterprise Stackable Gigabit Switch Q9E63A | Q9D36A High-Performance Stackable Switch | Enterprise Stackable Gigabit Switch QW937A |
| 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 | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 96 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 256 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 192 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 6 lbs | 25 lbs | 15 lbs | 14 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 in | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
H
Henry Dalton
4
Power Pack features simplified expansion.
A
Andrew Miles
5
Predictable performance and easy zoning.
V
Victor Hayes
3
Reliable Fibre Channel switching for production workloads.
J
Julian Webb
4
Solid enterprise SAN solution.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE SN6000B 16Gb 48-port/24-port Active Power Pack+ Fibre Channel Switch (SKU QK754C)?
The HPE SN6000B (SKU QK754C) is a high-density 16 Gb/s Fibre Channel switch available in 48-port and 24-port configurations, featuring Active Power Pack+ redundant power supplies for enterprise SAN environments.
How many Fibre Channel ports does the HPE SN6000B QK754C support?
The HPE SN6000B QK754C supports up to 48 active 16 Gb/s Fibre Channel ports in its full-width chassis and can be configured as 24-port per domain for scalability.
What data throughput does the HPE SN6000B switch deliver?
Each 16 Gb/s port on the HPE SN6000B delivers up to 1,600 MB/s aggregate throughput, supporting up to 76.8 Tb/s total switching capacity in the 48-port model.
What power redundancy features are included in SKU QK754C?
The HPE SN6000B includes dual Active Power Pack+ hot-swap power supplies and N+1 fan trays, ensuring non-stop operation and fault tolerance.