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QW937A
SN3000B 24/12 16Gb FC Switch
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QW937A Overview
QW937A is an enterprise-grade switch built with a robust architecture that delivers high-performance data handling and resilient connectivity. It offers versatile power options via an AC Power Supply with redundant support, multiple 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports complemented by 4 SFP ports for fiber connectivity, and stacking capabilities that enhance scalability and network resilience.
Designed for demanding environments, QW937A meets the needs of enterprise campus networks, small-to-medium business settings, and data center access layers. Its managed functionality, POE+ support, and low-latency operation ensure reliable performance and flexible use cases while simplifying network management.
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QW937A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 60 W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- QW937A
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- LAN Base
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- N/A
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 96 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 192 Gbps
- Product Name
- Enterprise Stackable Gigabit Switch QW937A
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 12 inches
- Weight
- 15 lbs
QW937A Use Case
Mission-Critical Data Center SAN Consolidation
In a large enterprise data center running Oracle and SAP databases, the QW937A-SN3000B 24/12 16Gb FC Switch consolidates multiple storage arrays into a unified Fibre Channel SAN. This deployment reduces port sprawl by 30%, ensures sub-microsecond latency, and delivers uninterrupted access for 24x7 operations, boosting overall storage efficiency and SLA compliance.
High-Performance Virtualization for VDI and Cloud
A global financial firm uses VMware vSphere with NVIDIA GPU-accelerated workloads to power VDI and private cloud services. Integrating the QW937A-SN3000B 16Gb FC Switch provides low-latency, high-throughput SAN connectivity that scales to 2,000 virtual desktops. The result is 40% faster I/O performance, predictable user experience, and simplified storage management through VSAN and NPIV support.
Disaster Recovery and Synchronous Replication
A healthcare network implements synchronous replication between primary and remote sites for patient record databases. The QW937A-SN3000B 24/12 16Gb FC Switch enables 16 Gbps encrypted FC tunnels, maintaining RPO of zero and RTO under 30 seconds. This solution ensures HIPAA-compliant data continuity, automated failover, and dramatically lowers the risk of data loss during outages.
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Product Comparison Table
 QW937A |  Q0U54A |  QW937B |  Q0U56B |  657787-B21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12 inches | 28 inches | 15 inches | 12 inches | 12 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 256 MB | 32 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 inches | 1 inch | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Lite |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | QW937A | Q0U54A | QW937B | Q0U56B | 657787-B21 |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Combo | Combo | Combo | Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 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 | 2 modular expansion slots | N/A | 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports with 4 SFP uplink slots | 4 expansion slots available for stacking modules |
| Power Consumption | 60 W | 150 W | N/A | 120W | 120W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply with Redundant Option |
| Product Name | Enterprise Stackable Gigabit Switch QW937A | Enterprise Q0U54A Switch | QW937B Series Enterprise Managed Switch | Q0U56B High-Performance Stacking Switch | 657787-B21 Next-Gen Network 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 | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 96 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 192 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 352 Gbps | 256 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 8 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
D
Dennis Marshall
4
Reliable SAN switch with consistent throughput.
V
Victor Hall
5
Easy to configure and manage in production.
S
Samuel Brooks
3
No issues handling heavy storage traffic.
R
Ronald Pierce
4
Enterprise grade reliability and performance.
Questions & Answers
What is the HP QW937A SN3000B 24/12 16Gb FC Switch?
The HP QW937A SN3000B 24/12 16Gb FC Switch is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch featuring 24 internal 16Gbps ports and 12 external 16Gbps SFP+ uplink ports for enterprise SAN environments.
How many Fibre Channel ports does the SN3000B 24/12 switch provide?
The SN3000B 24/12 offers 24 internal fixed 16Gbps Fibre Channel ports plus 12 SFP+ expansion slots for external uplinks.
What is the maximum throughput of the SN3000B 24/12 16Gb FC Switch?
Each port delivers 16Gbps full-duplex, providing up to 768Gbps aggregate bandwidth across all ports.
Is the SN3000B backward compatible with 8Gbps and 4Gbps Fibre Channel devices?
Yes. The SN3000B 24/12 autosenses and supports 16Gbps, 8Gbps, and 4Gbps Fibre Channel devices for seamless integration.