Detailed Specifications
HPE QW938B SN3000B 16 Gb 24-Port Fibre Channel Switch
Overview
The HPE QW938B is a 1 U rack-mount Fibre Channel switch designed for enterprise storage networks requiring high-density 16 Gbps connectivity. It provides 24 SFP+ ports for Fibre Channel traffic and is part of the SN3000B family, addressing the needs of data-centre SAN fabrics, storage array interconnects and replication environments. The module supports full duplex traffic, ISL trunking and fabric zoning, and integrates with HPE's storage networking infrastructure for unified monitoring and management. Configured for block-level storage fabrics, it fits into standard data-centre racks and is suitable for mid-tier to upper-tier installations where port consolidation, performance and reliability are key. With a compact 1 RU form factor, the QW938B provides a balance of port density and manageable power/thermal footprint for SAN-specific switching applications.
Key Features
24 × 16 Gbps SFP+ Fibre Channel ports
1 RU rack-mountable form factor
ISL trunking support for high-bandwidth fabrics
Dual power supply architecture for redundancy
Designed for enterprise SAN fabric deployment
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|
| Brand | HPE |
| Part Number | QW938B |
| Product Type | SN3000B 16 Gb Fibre Channel Switch |
| Fibre Channel Ports | 24 × SFP+ 16 Gbps |
| Form Factor (H × W × D) | 1.7 in × 17.2 in × 17.4 in |
| Rack Units | 1 RU |
| Weight | Approx. 10.5 lbs |
| Redundancy | Dual-capable power supply architecture |
| Management Ports | Console RJ-45 + Ethernet RJ-45 |
| Protocol Support | Fibre Channel, ISL trunking |
| Port Speed | 16 Gbps Fibre Channel |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 40 °C (typical) |
| Mounting Style | Rack-mountable 19-inch chassis |
| Compliance Standards | RoHS, WEEE |
| Source of Power | AC power supply module |
| Airflow Direction | Front to back |
