The 88Y6408 IBM Qlogic 4/8 8Gbps 20 Port Fibre Channel Pass-thru Expansion Module is a hardware component that is used to expand the capabilities of a server or storage system. It is specifically designed for use with IBM servers and storage systems, and it provides a high-speed, low-latency connection for Fibre Channel (FC) networks. This article will explain in detail what the 88Y6408 IBM Qlogic 4/8 8Gbps 20 Port Fibre Channel Pass-thru Expansion Module is, how it works, and what benefits it offers.
Definition of 20 Port Fibre Channel Pass-thru Expansion ModuleThe 88Y6408 IBM Qlogic 4/8 8Gbps 20 Port Fibre Channel Pass-thru Expansion Module is an expansion module that is used to provide additional Fibre Channel connectivity for IBM servers and storage systems. It is designed to be used with the IBM Flex System Enterprise Chassis, which is a modular system that allows for easy customization and expansion.
The expansion module is built with Qlogic technology, which is a leading provider of Fibre Channel networking solutions. It is capable of providing up to 8 Gbps of bandwidth per port, and it has a total of 20 ports, which allows for a high degree of connectivity.
Working Process of Expansion ModuleThe 88Y6408 IBM Qlogic 4/8 8Gbps 20 Port Fibre Channel Pass-thru Expansion Module works by connecting to the IBM Flex System Enterprise Chassis and providing additional Fibre Channel connectivity for the servers and storage systems within the chassis. It is designed to pass data through to the servers and storage systems without any processing, which allows for low latency and high-speed data transfer.
The expansion module uses Fibre Channel technology, which is a high-speed, low-latency networking protocol that is specifically designed for use with storage area networks (SANs). It is capable of providing high-speed data transfer rates, which makes it ideal for use with high-performance computing systems.
Benefits of 4/8 8Gbps 20 Port Expansion ModuleThe 88Y6408 IBM Qlogic 4/8 8Gbps 20 Port Fibre Channel Pass-thru Expansion Module offers a number of benefits for IBM server and storage system users. Some of these benefits include:
- High-speed connectivity: The expansion module is capable of providing up to 8 Gbps of bandwidth per port, which makes it ideal for use with high-performance computing systems that require fast data transfer rates.
- Low latency: The expansion module is designed to pass data through to the servers and storage systems without any processing, which allows for low latency and fast data transfer.
- Easy installation: The expansion module is designed to be easily installed into the IBM Flex System Enterprise Chassis, which makes it simple to add additional Fibre Channel connectivity to an existing system.
- Scalability: The expansion module has a total of 20 ports, which allows for a high degree of scalability. Additional expansion modules can be added as needed to provide even more Fibre Channel connectivity.
- Compatibility: The expansion module is specifically designed for use with IBM servers and storage systems, which ensures compatibility and seamless integration.
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Part Number or SKU# 88Y6408
- Device Type: Expansion Module
- Module Type: Fibre Channel Switch
- Number of Ports: 20
- Form factor: plug-in module
- Connectivity technology: wired
- Data link protocol: 4GB fibre channel, 8gb fibre channel
- Data transfer rate: 8.5 GBPS
- Interfaces: 14 x network host (internal) 6 x network (external)
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