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HPE StoreFabric SN6500B 16Gb 96/96 Power Pack+ FC Switch - C8R42A

Name: HPE StoreFabric SN6500B 16Gb 96/96 Power Pack+ FC Switch - C8R42A
Brand: HPE
SKU: G5N-C8R42A
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Collections: Controllers, Network & Accessories, Network Security & Firewall Devices, Network Switches, Storage Devices
Type: Storage Switches, Controllers

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Description


Model	C8R42A	AM867D	711307-B21	BR-G730-48-64G-R
Brand	HPE	HPE	HPE	Brocade
Port Configuration	48, 72, and 96-port configurations (24-port increments via Ports on Demand licenses)	8 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+	4 × 40GbE QSFP+ ports, 8 × 10GbE SFP+ ports	24 to 64 @ 64G
Switching Capacity	1536 Gb/s	n/a	n/a	4.096 Tb/s
Forwarding Rate	n/a	n/a	14.8 Mpps	n/a
PoE Budget	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Stacking Capability	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a

The HPE C8R42A is an enterprise-class switch, engineered to deliver advanced and reliable connectivity for modern storage area network (SAN) environments. As a leading HPE FC Switch, it integrates high-density Fibre Channel port options—48, 72, or 96 ports—designed to ensure seamless scalability and high performance for data centers of all sizes. Featuring Power Pack+ licensing, it enhances network efficiency, security, and management flexibility, critical for organizations with data-intensive operations. The switch’s compatibility with a broad range of SAN devices and 4/8/16 Gb/s auto-sensing speeds enables uninterrupted high-throughput data flows. With robust encryption and compression support, the C8R42A excels at securing SAN environments while minimizing delays, making it ideal for both virtualized workloads and mission-critical storage infrastructures. Its SAN-optimized deployment, hot-swappable components, and redundant power supplies provide both exceptional reliability and service continuity for enterprise clients. Whether for regional deployments in Asia, Europe, Africa, or North America, the C8R42A ensures tailored integration for diverse network architectures. This solution is ideal for distributors seeking reliable inventory, small integrators needing flexible network growth, and end users who demand seamless expansion and advanced Fibre Channel features in their SAN backbone. Plus, with detailed support services and rapid delivery, the C8R42A empowers businesses to meet evolving data needs while ensuring operational excellence.

Product Highlights

96 Ports

FC Scalability

1536 Gb/s

Bandwidth

700 ns

Low Latency

Product Applications Scenarios

Data Center

This switch powers mission-critical storage operations with high speed Fibre Channel and ultra-low latency, reducing downtime and supporting seamless SAN growth for modern data centers.

Enterprise Network

Flexible port licensing and Power Pack+ enable high bandwidth and secure connectivity for enterprise applications, helping organizations reduce IT complexity by up to 35%.

Cloud Services

Fast, reliable Fibre Channel connectivity supports cloud storage and backup, empowering hybrid cloud strategies while maximizing data availability across remote sites.

Product Features Comparison


Model	C8R42A	AM867D	711307-B21	BR-G730-48-64G-R
Brand	HPE	HPE	HPE	Brocade
Port Configuration	48, 72, and 96-port configurations (24-port increments via Ports on Demand licenses)	8 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+	4 × 40GbE QSFP+ ports, 8 × 10GbE SFP+ ports	24 to 64 @ 64G
Switching Capacity	1536 Gb/s	n/a	n/a	4.096 Tb/s
Forwarding Rate	n/a	n/a	14.8 Mpps	n/a
PoE Budget	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Stacking Capability	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a

Optional Add-ons

Model Number	Description
AJ718A	HPE 8Gb Short Wave FC SFP+ Transceiver, provides reliable Fibre Channel connectivity
AF603A	HPE SAN Director Power Supply, redundant hot-swappable PSU for switch uptime
AW567A	HPE 16Gb Long Wave FC SFP+, extended distance Fibre Channel module