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QW938A Overview
QW938A is a high-performance enterprise switch engineered with a robust architecture that delivers exceptional scalability and reliable uptime. Designed with flexible power options including both redundant power supply and AC power supply, it ensures continuous operation under demanding conditions while supporting a variety of port configurations and stacking capabilities.
Developed for critical network environments, QW938A offers advanced management features and optimized performance for diverse use cases, ranging from campus networks to data centers. Its versatile design allows seamless scaling and high throughput, making it an ideal solution for organizations that require efficient network connectivity and reliable infrastructure.
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QW938A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / 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
- QW938A
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Lite
- 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
- N/A
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Product Name
- QW938A Series Enterprise Switch
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
QW938A Use Case
High-Density Virtualized Data Center Fabric
Deploy the QW938A-HP SN3000B 24/48 FIBRE as a top-of-rack switch in virtualized data centers to aggregate 24×10GbE fiber uplinks and 48×1GbE fiber downlinks with sub-microsecond latency and 1.28Tbps capacity. Its low-latency ASICs and high port density support live VM migration and massive east-west traffic seamlessly. Outcome: improves application throughput by 40%, simplifies network scale-out, and ensures zero packet loss under peak loads.
Enterprise Campus Core Consolidation for Unified Communications
Implement the QW938A-HP SN3000B 24/48 FIBRE at the core of an enterprise campus to consolidate multiple 10GbE fiber links from distribution switches. Advanced QoS, 24×10GbE/48×1GbE port density, and intuitive SNMP/CLI management prioritize VoIP, video conferencing, and cloud service traffic. Outcome: reduces latency by 20%, increases bandwidth utilization by 50%, and streamlines operational efficiency.
Financial Services High-Performance SAN Fabric
Leverage the QW938A-HP SN3000B 24/48 FIBRE in a Storage Area Network (SAN) fabric to connect 48 storage nodes via 24 high-speed fiber backbones with FCoE support and non-blocking architecture. Its microsecond-class forwarding and robust data isolation ensure rapid transaction processing and synchronous replication. Outcome: accelerates backup/restore times by 60%, cuts SAN congestion by 45%, and strengthens data security and compliance.
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Product Comparison Table 
| QW938A |  R0P81A |  QK753C |  Q0U60A |  C8R08A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | N/A | 12 inches | 11 inches | 12 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 | 256 MB | 64 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 |
| IOS | IP Lite | IP Services | 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 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | QW938A | R0P81A | QK753C | Q0U60A | C8R08A |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair | Combo | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 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 | 24 fixed Ethernet ports and 4 dedicated SFP uplink slots | 8 fixed Ethernet ports and 2 expansion slots | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x SFP uplinks | N/A |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 65 W | 150 W | 150 W | N/A |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | QW938A Series Enterprise Switch | R0P81A High-Performance Stackable Switch | QK753C High-Performance Network Switch | Q0U60A Enterprise Stackable Switch | C8R08A Enterprise 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 | N/A | 128 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 192 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | 256 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 384 Gbps | 256 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | N/A | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 12 lbs |
| Width | N/A | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
L
Louis Grant
5
Reliable Fibre Channel switching with low latency.
E
Edward Lawson
5
Integrated well into our SAN environment.
S
Simon Reed
5
Stable performance under continuous workloads.
V
Victor Price
5
Meets enterprise reliability expectations.
Questions & Answers
What is the HP SN3000B 24/48 Fibre (SKU QW938A)?
The HP SN3000B 24/48 Fibre (SKU QW938A) is a high-performance SAN switch offering 24 to 48 Fibre Channel ports in a 1U chassis for scalable, low-latency storage networking.
How many Fibre Channel ports does the SN3000B support?
The SN3000B supports 24 built-in 16 Gbps Fibre Channel ports and can scale up to 48 ports via licensed port expansion, enabling flexible SAN growth.
What is the switching capacity of the HP SN3000B?
The HP SN3000B delivers up to 1.2 Tbps of switching capacity and 900 Mpps throughput, ensuring low latency and high bandwidth for demanding storage workloads.
Which uplink options are available on the SN3000B?
The SN3000B offers four 16 Gbps SFP+ uplink ports natively, expandable to eight ports via optional uplink modules for aggregation and long-distance SAN connectivity.
What virtualization features does the SN3000B provide?
The SN3000B includes NPIV, zoning, VSAN, and automatic fabric configuration, simplifying multi-tenant SAN segmentation and seamless integration with VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V.
How does the SN3000B ensure high availability?
High availability is achieved through redundant hot-swappable power supplies, dual fabric links, and non-disruptive firmware upgrades, minimizing maintenance downtime in mission-critical environments.
Which management interfaces are supported?
The SN3000B supports Web GUI, CLI via SSH or serial console, and SNMP for centralized monitoring, plus RESTful APIs for integration with automation tools.
Is the HP SN3000B compatible with existing SAN infrastructure?
Yes. The SN3000B is fully compatible with standard Fibre Channel SANs and interoperates with HP and third-party HBAs, switches, and storage arrays.
What are the key security features of this switch?
Security features include port binding, role-based access control, data encryption compliance, and fabric binding to prevent unauthorized device access and fabric attacks.
How energy efficient is the SN3000B?
Equipped with energy-efficient ASICs and variable speed fans, the SN3000B consumes under 250W at full load, reducing operational costs and environmental impact.
What warranty and support options are available?
HP offers a one-year limited hardware warranty with options to extend support to 3–5 years, including next-business-day onsite service and 24/7 technical assistance.
Can I scale my SAN with the SN3000B?
Yes. The SN3000B supports dynamic port activation and can expand from 24 to 48 ports via licensed upgrades, facilitating incremental growth without hardware changes.
What deployment scenarios suit the SN3000B?
Ideal for small- to medium-sized enterprises, virtualization clusters, and remote office data centers requiring low-latency storage networking and seamless SAN expansion.
How do I configure zoning on the SN3000B?
Use the Web GUI or CLI to define zone sets, add WWN-based zones, and activate configurations. Changes apply instantly without service interruption for online fabric management.
Does the SN3000B support FCoE or iSCSI?
No. The SN3000B is a dedicated Fibre Channel switch and does not support FCoE or iSCSI. For converged fabric, consider HP FCoE-capable models.
What is the port latency of the SN3000B?
The SN3000B delivers port-to-port latency under 600 nanoseconds, ensuring minimal delay for high-transaction storage applications and database workloads.
How does SN3000B integrate with VMware environments?
The SN3000B supports NPIV and fabric binding, enabling direct mapping of virtual machines to SAN resources, optimizing VMware vSphere performance and reliability.