HP C8R44A SN6500b 96/48 Powerpack Plus FC Switch

HP C8R44A SN6500b 96/48 Powerpack Plus FC Switch
HP C8R44A SN6500b 96/48 Powerpack Plus FC Switch
Overview The HP SN6500b 96/48 Powerpack Plus FC Switch (part number C8R44A) delivers enterprise class Fibre Channel connectivity with built-in power redundancy for mission critical storage networks. Designed for data centre environments, this compact... Read More
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$384.95
  • In Stock: 2
  • Manufacturer: HP
  • Model or Part: C8R44A
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 45.00lb
  • Dimensions: 33.40in x 23.30in x 10.40in
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Overview

The HP SN6500b 96/48 Powerpack Plus FC Switch (part number C8R44A) delivers enterprise class Fibre Channel connectivity with built-in power redundancy for mission critical storage networks. Designed for data centre environments, this compact powerpack provides power to 96 ports of 8 Gbps or 48 ports of 16 Gbps Fibre Channel, ensuring high throughput and low latency for SAN deployments.

Key Features

  • Integrated power redundancy with dual hot-swap power supplies
  • Supports both 8 Gbps and 16 Gbps Fibre Channel modes
  • 96 ports in 8 Gbps configuration or 48 ports in 16 Gbps configuration
  • Compact 1U rack mount form factor for space efficient installation
  • Advanced error detection and correction for reliable data transport
  • Built-in management interface with CLI and web based GUI
  • Low power consumption with efficient cooling design

Technical Specifications

  • Model: HP SN6500b Powerpack Plus FC Switch (C8R44A)
  • Port density: 96 x 8 Gbps or 48 x 16 Gbps
  • Power input: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
  • Power supply: Dual redundant hot-swap units, 750 W each
  • Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
  • Relative humidity: 10 to 90 percent non-condensing
  • Dimensions: 1.75 in (height) x 17.5 in (width) x 13.5 in (depth)
  • Weight: 12 lbs (approx.)
  • Management: SNMP v1/v2c/v3, CLI, web GUI
  • Compliance: FCC Part 15, CE, RoHS

Applications

The SN6500b Powerpack Plus is ideal for:

  • Enterprise SAN environments requiring high availability and redundant power
  • Virtualised data centres that need scalable Fibre Channel bandwidth
  • High performance computing clusters with demanding storage I/O
  • Backup and disaster recovery sites where continuous operation is critical
  • Converged infrastructure solutions that integrate compute, storage and networking

By combining robust power management with flexible port configurations, the HP SN6500b Powerpack Plus FC Switch helps organisations maintain uninterrupted data flow, reduce downtime, and simplify SAN architecture.