Description
Product Overview
The Dell 015DV M5424 is an 8Gbps 24-port Fibre Channel blade switch designed for use with Dell PowerEdge M1000e modular blade enclosures. In this article, we’ll explain what this switch is, how it works, and what benefits it offers.
The Dell 015DV M5424 is a Fibre Channel switch that provides high-speed storage networking connectivity to servers installed in Dell PowerEdge M1000e blade enclosures. It features 24 ports that support both 4Gbps and 8Gbps speeds.
The switch is designed to be installed in the I/O bays of the M1000e enclosure and can be easily configured and managed using the Dell Chassis Management Controller (CMC).
The Dell 015DV M5424 Fibre Channel Blade Switch uses the Brocade M5424 Fibre Channel switch module, which is a high-performance, low-latency switch designed for use in data center environments.
The switch uses the Fibre Channel protocol to provide high-speed storage networking connectivity between servers installed in the M1000e enclosure and storage devices such as disk arrays and tape libraries. It supports both 4Gbps and 8Gbps speeds and can be easily configured using the Dell CMC.
Benefits of Using
The Dell 015DV M5424 Fibre Channel Blade Switch? There are several benefits to using this Fibre Channel switch:
- High-speed connectivity: The switch provides high-speed connectivity between servers and storage devices, with support for both 4Gbps and 8Gbps speeds.
- Easy to manage: The switch can be easily configured and managed using the Dell CMC, which provides a single interface for managing all components of the M1000e enclosure.
- Scalable: The switch can be scaled to support larger storage environments by connecting multiple switches together using the Brocade Inter-Switch Link (ISL) protocol.
- Reliable: The switch is designed for use in data center environments and provides high levels of reliability and availability.
- Cost-effective: The switch is a cost-effective solution for providing high-speed storage networking connectivity in Dell PowerEdge M1000e blade enclosures.
In summary, the Dell 015DV M5424 Fibre Channel Blade Switch is a high-performance, reliable, and cost-effective solution for providing high-speed storage networking connectivity in Dell PowerEdge M1000e blade enclosures. With support for both 4Gbps and 8Gbps speeds, easy management through the Dell CMC, scalability through the Brocade ISL protocol, and high levels of reliability and availability, this switch is an excellent choice for data center environments.
Main Specification about the Dell 015DV
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU # 015DV
- Device Type: Networking Adapter
Dimensions & Weight
- Weight: 15 LBS
