Brand: HPE | Category: Network Adapters & NICs
SKU: HPE-Q2E57A | Part #: Q2E57A | MPN: Q2E57A
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20 internal ports at 32Gb/s per port with 4 external SFP+ uplink ports — the HPE Q2E57A Brocade 32Gb/20 4SFP+ Power Pack+ Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module delivers enterprise-grade fabric connectivity for HPE Synergy environments. This module operates as a hot-plug interconnect component within the HPE Synergy 12000 Frame, offering up to 1.54 Tbps aggregate switching bandwidth at line rate. Built on Brocade Gen 6 Fibre Channel technology, it supports 32Gb, 16Gb, and 8Gb port speeds with automatic negotiation across all 24 total ports (20 internal plus 4 external). The Power Pack+ license tier includes Fabric Vision, IO Insight, and Advanced Performance Monitoring capabilities, enabling visibility and control across your storage fabric. Compliance with Fibre Channel Industry Association standards (FC-SW-6 and FC-PI-6) ensures interoperability within demanding SAN ecosystems.
Storage architects and network engineers responsible for Fibre Channel fabric consolidation within HPE Synergy infrastructure are the primary buyers for this module. Organizations needing high-density, high-speed SAN connectivity without external switch sprawl—particularly those standardizing on HPE's composable infrastructure—select the Q2E57A to eliminate latency and simplify management. Integration with HPE OneView provides unified lifecycle management, while Brocade Network Advisor compatibility extends operational visibility. The genuine HPE classification ensures access to single-pane support entitlement, critical for enterprises requiring coordinated hardware and firmware accountability. Operating within the standard temperature range of 10°C to 35°C, this module suits typical data center environments.
If your organization is evaluating the HPE Q2E57A (part number Q2E57A) for SAN modernization or Synergy fabric expansion, Omnixon Global can assist your procurement process. Contact our team today to request a detailed quotation and explore availability for your infrastructure timeline.
| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Network Adapters & NICs |
| SKU | HPE-Q2E57A |
| Part Number | Q2E57A |
| Condition | New |
| Capacity | 32GB |
| Form Factor | PCIe |
| Interface | Ethernet 32 Gb |
| Speed | 32 Gb/s per port |
| Manufacturer Part Number | Q2E57A |
| Product Line | HPE Synergy |
| Module Type | Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module |
| OEM Switch Technology | Brocade Gen 6 Fibre Channel |
| Fibre Channel Speed | 32Gb/s per port (supports 32Gb, 16Gb, 8Gb auto-negotiation) |
| Internal Ports | 20 (mapped to HPE Synergy compute bays via mid-plane) |
| External Uplink Ports | 4 x SFP+ (32Gb FC) |
| Total Ports | 24 |
| Switching Bandwidth | Up to 1.54 Tbps aggregate (line-rate) |
| Supported Protocols | Fibre Channel (FC), NPIV, FCoE not applicable (native FC module) |
| License Level | Power Pack+ (Fabric Vision, IO Insight, Advanced Performance Monitoring included) |
| Form Factor | HPE Synergy 12000 Frame interconnect module (hot-plug) |
| Management Integration | HPE OneView (unified lifecycle management) |
| Fabric Management Software | Brocade Network Advisor compatible |
| Standards Compliance | Fibre Channel Industry Association (FCIA) FC-SW-6, FC-PI-6 |
| Operating Temperature | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
| HPE Support Classification | Genuine HPE — required for HPE single-pane support entitlement |
The HPE Q2E57A - Brocade 32Gb/20 4SFP+ Power Pack+ Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for HPE Synergy is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
Key specifications for the HPE Q2E57A - Brocade 32Gb/20 4SFP+ Power Pack+ Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for HPE Synergy: form factor PCIe; interface Ethernet 32 Gb; 1 year manufacturer support; new condition. Manufacturer part number Q2E57A. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
The HPE Q2E57A - Brocade 32Gb/20 4SFP+ Power Pack+ Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for HPE Synergy interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.