HPE StoreFabric SN6600B
The HPE StoreFabric SN6600B Fibre Channel Switch is a high-density 1U Gen 6 SAN switch based on OEM Brocade G620 architecture running Fabric OS. Engineered for enterprise all-flash environments and demanding virtualized workloads, it offers 48 SFP+ ports operating up to 32 Gb/s and four 128 Gb/s QSFP28 ports that support ISL trunking or 4x 32 Gb/s breakout, reaching up to 64 ports. It includes Fabric Vision telemetry to isolate host, storage, and SAN fabric latency bottlenecks. Used buyers should check license keys for activated ports and enterprise software features, and confirm identical airflow on both power supplies.
Also written as: HPE SN6600B, StoreFabric SN6600B, SN6600B 32Gb FC Switch, HPE Brocade G620
Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
|---|---|
| Family | StoreFabric |
| Form factor | 1U rack |
| Released | Mar 2017 |
| Ports | 48x 32Gb/s SFP+ Fibre Channel ports + 4x 128Gb/s QSFP28 ports (expandable from 24 to 64 ports via PoD) |
| Switching capacity | 2.048 Tbps aggregate full duplex throughput |
| Power supply | Dual hot-plug redundant power supplies with integrated cooling fans |
Generations
- Next generation: HPE StoreFabric SN6700B
Reference prices (last 12 months, updated 2026-10-27)
Used: USD 4,200 (1 sighting, Oct 2026)
All sightings
| Seller | Condition | Price | Note | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| serversupply.com | used | USD 4,200 | 48-port active configuration with 48x 32Gb transceivers and dual AC power supplies | 2026-10-27 |
Prices seen on public listings on the dates shown, before tax and shipping. Not an offer.
Works together
How the HPE StoreFabric SN6600B connects to servers, storage and the network: 1 way, with the parts and products on each path.
Fibre Channel SAN
Match the speed: 16Gb and 32Gb FC HBAs, switches and array ports work together, and each generation also runs one or two speeds below its own (a 32Gb port runs at 16Gb and 8Gb).
Servers
HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 1U rack
HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 2U rack
HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus 1U rack
HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 Plus 2U rack
HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 1U rack
HPE Superdome Flex Superdome Flex 5U chassis, 4 sockets each, up to 8 chassis
Adapters for the server
P9M76A HPE StoreFabric SN1600Q 32Gb 2-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
Q0L13A HPE StoreFabric SN1600E 32Gb 1-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
Q0L14A HPE StoreFabric SN1600E 32Gb 2-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
P9D94A HPE StoreFabric SN1200E 16Gb 2-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
Storage
HPE MSA 2060 2U rack
HPE Alletra 6000 4U rack
HPE Alletra Storage MP 2U rack
HPE MSA 1050 2U rack entry SAN
HPE MSA 2050 2U rack enterprise SAN
HPE Nimble Storage Nimble Storage HF20 4U rack adaptive flash array
Optics
57-1000262-01 Brocade 16Gb Shortwave SFP+ Optical Transceiver
57-1000333-01 Brocade 32Gb Longwave 10km SFP28 Optical Transceiver
57-1000487-01 Brocade 32Gb Shortwave SFP28 Optical Transceiver
Plan and size it
- Draw this setup in the topology planner mrplanb.com
- Add up rack power and space rack-density.com
- Virtualization storage Ledger: scored storage platforms mrplanb.com
- SAN transport and NVMe over FC for backup mrplanb.com
- HPE SPOCK (HPE storage compatibility) hpe.com
Check compatibility with HPE
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that HPE has tested with the HPE StoreFabric SN6600B.
- Compatibility HPE SPOCK (storage, SAN and host compatibility)
- Part lookup HPE PartSurfer (spare and option part numbers)
- Support HPE Support Center
Equivalent models from other brands
Buying a used SN6600B: what to check
Inspect license keys via 'licenseshow' in FOS CLI to verify port count (24, 36, 48, or 64 ports) and features such as Enterprise Bundle; confirm matching power supply airflow direction.
FAQ
What is the maximum port count on the SN6600B?
The SN6600B supports up to 64 ports: 48 SFP+ ports and 16 additional ports obtained by breaking out the four 128Gb QSFP28 ports.
Does the SN6600B support ISL trunking?
Yes, Frame-based Trunking is supported to combine multiple physical links into a single high-bandwidth logical ISL.
Buying or selling SN6600B?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- HPE StoreFabric SN6600B Fibre Channel Switch QuickSpecs, checked 2026-10-27