The 46C9301 IBM Brocade 20-Port 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module For BladeCenter is a high-performance, enterprise-class Fibre Channel switch designed for BladeCenter servers. It provides a cost-effective solution for connecting BladeCenter servers to SANs (Storage Area Networks) with high-speed and high-availability connectivity.
This switch module supports up to 20 8-Gbps Fibre Channel ports, allowing for high-speed data transfers between servers and storage devices. It is also compatible with various operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and VMware.
In this article, we will dive into the features and benefits of the IBM Brocade 20-Port 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module For BladeCenter, as well as how it can help organizations improve their storage infrastructure.
High Speed connectivityThe 46C9301 IBM Brocade 20-Port 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module For BladeCenter provides high-speed connectivity with 8-Gbps Fibre Channel ports. This high-speed connectivity allows for fast data transfers between servers and storage devices, improving overall system performance.
High AvailabilityThe 46C9301 IBM Brocade 20-Port 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module For BladeCenter provides high availability through redundant power supplies and fans, as well as hot-swappable components. This ensures that the switch module remains operational even in the event of a hardware failure.
ScalabilityThe 46C9301 IBM Brocade 20-Port 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module For BladeCenter is highly scalable, allowing organizations to easily expand their storage infrastructure as their needs grow. The switch module supports up to 20 ports, and multiple switch modules can be interconnected to form a larger SAN fabric.
Easy to ManageThe 46C9301 IBM Brocade 20-Port 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module For BladeCenter is easy to manage, with an intuitive web-based interface that allows administrators to configure and monitor the switch module from anywhere. The switch module also supports SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), allowing for centralized management of multiple switch modules.
Cost-EffectiveThe 46C9301 IBM Brocade 20-Port 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module For BladeCenter is a cost-effective solution for organizations seeking to improve their storage infrastructure. It provides high-speed and high-availability connectivity at a reasonable cost, making it an excellent choice for small and medium-sized organizations.
20-Port 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module For BladeCenter WorksThe 46C9301 IBM Brocade 20-Port 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module For BladeCenter works by providing high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity between servers and storage devices. The switch module connects to BladeCenter servers via the BladeCenter midplane, and to storage devices via Fibre Channel cables.
Once connected, the switch module provides a high-speed pathway for data transfers between servers and storage devices. The switch module also includes advanced features such as zoning and Quality of Service (QoS) to ensure that traffic is prioritized and isolated as needed.
The IBM Brocade 20-Port 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module For BladeCenter can be easily managed via a web-based interface or through SNMP, allowing administrators to configure and monitor the switch module from anywhere.
General Information about the IBM 46C9301- Manufacturer: IBM
- Part Number or SKU# 46C9301
- Product Type: SAN Switch Module
- Enclosure Type : Plug-In Module
- Compatible Slots : 1 X Expansion Slot
- Ports : 20 X 8GB Fibre Channel
- Remote Management Protocol : Snmp, Telnet
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