HPE S0W94A | SN6720C 48-Port 32Gb/64Gb Fibre Channel Switch, 32Gb SFP+

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Description

The HPE SN6720C is a high-density Fibre Channel switch designed for enterprise SAN environments demanding low latency and high throughput. Offering 48 active ports out of 48 total in a 64Gb-capable chassis with 32Gb Short Wave SFP+ transceivers, it delivers the port density and performance required for mission-critical storage connectivity in data centres. The 32Gb per-port speed ensures headroom for NVMe over Fibre Channel (NVMe-oFC) workloads and all-flash storage arrays.

The SN6720C integrates seamlessly into HPE storage ecosystems including HPE Primera, Nimble, and 3PAR, as well as third-party SAN infrastructure. Its intelligent fabric services support advanced zoning, diagnostics, and fabric management for simplified operations at scale.

Features

- 48 fully activated 32Gb Short Wave SFP+ Fibre Channel ports — no additional licensing needed
- 64Gb-capable chassis architecture for future port speed upgrades
- Supports NVMe over Fibre Channel (NVMe-oFC) for ultra-low latency all-flash SAN deployments
- Advanced fabric zoning and diagnostic tools for simplified SAN management
- Seamless integration with HPE Primera, Nimble, and 3PAR storage ecosystems
- Interoperable with third-party FC storage arrays and HBAs
- Designed for high-density, mission-critical enterprise data centre environments
- Rack-mount form factor for efficient data centre deployment

Warranty

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) offers a standard limited hardware warranty on its products, with coverage periods varying by product line. For instance, HPE ProLiant servers typically come with a 1 to 3-year limited warranty, while other products may have different durations.
Extended Warranty Options via IP Trading:
IP Trading offers tailored extended warranty solutions and support packages for HPE products, ensuring your IT infrastructure remains protected beyond the standard warranty period. Contact our team to explore options that align with your organisation's needs.

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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Technical Specifications

- Switch model: HPE SN6720C 64Gb Fibre Channel Switch
- Total ports: 48 (48/48 activated)
- Port speed: 32Gb Short Wave SFP+ (chassis capable of 64Gb)
- Transceiver type: 32Gb Short Wave SFP+ (SWL)
- Protocol: Fibre Channel (FC)
- Form factor: Rack-mount
- Compatible with HPE Primera, Nimble, 3PAR, and third-party SAN storage
- NVMe over Fibre Channel (NVMe-oFC) capable
- Part number: S0W94A

FAQs

Q: What is the HPE SN6720C and what is it used for?
A: The HPE SN6720C is a 64Gb-capable enterprise Fibre Channel switch with 48 active 32Gb Short Wave SFP+ ports, designed for high-performance SAN (Storage Area Network) connectivity in data centres. It is ideal for connecting servers to all-flash storage arrays and NVMe-oFC workloads.

Q: What does '48/48' mean in the product name?
A: The '48/48' designation indicates that all 48 ports are active and licensed from the factory — no additional port licensing is required to use all 48 Fibre Channel ports.

Q: What transceiver type does the SN6720C use?
A: The SN6720C uses 32Gb Short Wave (SWL) SFP+ transceivers for fibre channel connectivity. These are suitable for short-distance intra-data-centre cabling using OM3 or OM4 multimode fibre.

Q: Is the HPE SN6720C compatible with non-HPE storage systems?
A: Yes, the SN6720C supports standard Fibre Channel protocols and can interoperate with third-party SAN storage arrays and host bus adapters (HBAs), in addition to HPE's own storage portfolio including Primera, Nimble, and 3PAR.

Q: Does this switch support NVMe over Fibre Channel?
A: Yes, the SN6720C is capable of supporting NVMe over Fibre Channel (NVMe-oFC), making it suitable for modern all-flash and NVMe-based storage deployments that require ultra-low latency fabric connectivity.

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