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- Huawei OceanStor SNS2248 Fiber Switch,BROCADE,Port On Demand,12-Port Activate SN2Z4816UP (with 12*16Gb Multimode SFPs),for SNS2248
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SN2Z4816UP Overview
SN2Z4816UP-Huawei OceanStor SNS2248 Fiber Switch,BROCADE,Port On Demand,12-Port Activate SN2Z4816UP (with 12*16Gb Multimode SFPs),for SNS2248 is a high-performance fiber switch engineered for advanced network management. Designed to integrate seamlessly into environments running virtualization, cloud suites, and other IT management software, this switch supports key operating systems including Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android when used as part of a managed network infrastructure, and it comes without a traditional software license requirement.
Targeted at enterprise deployments, this device leverages Port On Demand technology and BROCADE innovation to deliver optimized connectivity and scalability. Delivered as a physical product with vendor support, it fits perfectly in settings ranging from small businesses to large educational and government organizations, enhancing productivity and network reliability without an activation process.
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SN2Z4816UP Specifications
- Product Type
- Other
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Type
- N/A
- License Duration
- N/A
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- N/A
- Device Count
- N/A
- Platform Compatibility
- N/A
- Delivery Method
- Physical Media
- Activation Type
- Not Required
- Language Support
- N/A
- Bit Version
- N/A
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Software Format
- N/A
- Support Included
- Vendor Support Required
- Product Name
- SN2Z4816UP-Huawei OceanStor SNS2248 Fiber Switch,BROCADE,Port On Demand,12-Port Activate SN2Z4816UP (with 12*16Gb Multimode SFPs),for SNS2248
- License Key Included
- No
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- No
- Renewable
- N/A
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
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Product Comparison Table 
| SN2Z4816UP |  LIC-S5A-SNAP |  LIC-S6A-COPY |  LIC-S5B-TP |  LIC-S3A-SNAP-2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Activation Type | Not Required | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Bit Version | N/A | N/A | N/A | 64-bit | N/A |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Physical Media | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Device Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Language Support | N/A | Multilingual | English | Multilingual | English |
| License Duration | N/A | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| License Key Included | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| License Type | N/A | OEM | OEM | OEM | Perpetual |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | Cross-Platform | Web-Based | Cross-Platform | N/A |
| Product Name | SN2Z4816UP-Huawei OceanStor SNS2248 Fiber Switch,BROCADE,Port On Demand,12-Port Activate SN2Z4816UP (with 12*16Gb Multimode SFPs),for SNS2248 | LIC-S5A-SNAP-Huawei OceanStor S5600T V1 HyperImage SnapShot Function LIC-S5A-SNAP | LIC-S6A-COPY-Huawei OceanStor S6800T V1 HyperCopy Lun Copy Function LIC-S6A-COPY | LIC-S5B-TP-Huawei OceanStor S5800T V1 HyperThin Thin Provisioning Function LIC-S5B-TP | LIC-S3A-SNAP-2-Huawei OceanStor S2200T V1 HyperImage SnapShot Function LIC-S3A-SNAP-2 |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
| Product Type | Other | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Renewable | N/A | No | N/A | No | No |
| Software Category | Network Management | Backup | Virtualization | Other | Backup |
| Software Format | N/A | Downloadable | N/A | Downloadable | N/A |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
C
Caleb Whitman
5
Reliable 16Gb Fibre Channel upgrade.
D
Derek Lawson
5
Stable performance across activated ports.
T
Trevor Rhodes
5
Professional SAN scalability enhancement.
L
Logan Whitman
5
Consistent throughput after upgrade.
M
Marcus Pierce
5
Dependable integration within fabric.
Questions & Answers
What is the Huawei SKU SN2Z4816UP?
SKU SN2Z4816UP is a 12-port activation license for the Huawei OceanStor SNS2248 Fiber Switch, bundled with 12×16 Gb/s multimode SFP transceivers.
Which switch model is SN2Z4816UP designed for?
SN2Z4816UP is specifically designed to activate ports on the Huawei OceanStor SNS2248 Fiber Switch.
How many ports does the SN2Z4816UP license enable?
The SN2Z4816UP license enables 12 Fibre Channel ports at 16 Gb/s each on the SNS2248 switch.
What type of SFP modules are included with SN2Z4816UP?
SN2Z4816UP includes 12 multimode 16 Gb/s SFP+ transceivers for up to 150 meters of OM3/OM4 fiber connectivity.
What is Port on Demand licensing?
Port on Demand licensing allows you to purchase and activate only the exact number of switch ports you need, scaling capacity as requirements grow.
How do I install the SN2Z4816UP license?
Install the license via the Brocade Fabric OS CLI or WebTools GUI and insert the 16 Gb/s SFP modules into the switch’s SFP+ slots.
Can I mix 16 Gb/s and 8 Gb/s ports on the SNS2248 with SN2Z4816UP?
Yes, the SNS2248 supports mixed port speeds; SN2Z4816UP simply activates 12 ports at 16 Gb/s while other ports can remain at 8 Gb/s.
What performance improvements does SN2Z4816UP provide?
Activating 12×16 Gb/s ports doubles the per-port bandwidth and increases aggregate throughput by up to 192 Gb/s on the SNS2248.
Is SN2Z4816UP hot-swappable?
Yes, you can insert or remove the SFP modules and apply the license without powering down the SNS2248 switch.
What management features are supported?
SN2Z4816UP uses Brocade Fabric OS for zoning, monitoring, diagnostics, and integration with standard SAN management tools.
Does SN2Z4816UP support high availability?
The SNS2248 platform offers redundant power supplies and fans; SN2Z4816UP-activated ports inherit the switch’s built-in high-availability features.
What are the typical use cases for SN2Z4816UP?
Ideal for enterprise SANs requiring cost-effective port expansion, high-density fibre connectivity, and scalable storage networking.
What are the environmental specifications?
Operating temperature: 0–45 °C; storage temperature: –25–70 °C; relative humidity: 10–85% non-condensing.
What is the warranty for SN2Z4816UP?
Huawei provides a one-year limited warranty for manufacturing defects, extendable with Huawei support contracts.
How does SN2Z4816UP handle firmware updates?
Firmware updates for ports activated by SN2Z4816UP are managed through Brocade Fabric OS via CLI or GUI with no additional licensing.
Are SN2Z4816UP SFPs Fibre Channel compliant?
Yes, the included 16 Gb/s multimode SFPs are fully compliant with the Fibre Channel Gen 5 standard.
What support options are available for SN2Z4816UP?
Huawei offers 24×7 technical support, software updates, and advanced replacement services through its global partner network.