Description
Product Overview
The 44X1914 IBM Qlogic 20Port 8GB SAN Switch Module is a network device that allows multiple devices to connect to a Storage Area Network (SAN). The SAN switch module is designed to provide high-speed and reliable connectivity between servers, storage devices, and other network devices in a data center environment.
Features and Benefits
The IBM Qlogic 20Port 8GB SAN Switch Module provides many features and benefits that make it an ideal choice for data center administrators looking for a reliable and high-performance network switch.
High-Performance: The SAN switch module provides 8GB/s of bandwidth per port, which enables fast and reliable data transfer between devices connected to the SAN.
Flexibility: The IBM Qlogic 20Port 8GB SAN Switch Module is designed to support a wide range of SAN protocols, including Fibre Channel, iSCSI, and FCoE. This enables administrators to connect a wide range of devices to the SAN, including servers, storage arrays, and tape libraries.
Scalability: The SAN switch module is designed to support up to 20 ports, which allows administrators to scale their SAN infrastructure as their data center grows.
Reliability: The SAN switch module is designed with redundant components, including power supplies and cooling fans, to ensure that the network remains up and running even in the event of a hardware failure.
Ease of Management: The IBM Qlogic 20Port 8GB SAN Switch Module is designed with an intuitive web-based management interface that enables administrators to configure and manage the switch easily.
Compatibility: The SAN switch module is designed to work with a wide range of IBM servers and storage devices, as well as third-party devices from other vendors.
Technical Specifications
- The IBM Qlogic 20Port 8GB SAN Switch Module has the following technical specifications:
- Ports: 20 Fibre Channel ports
- Speed: 8 GB/s per port
- Protocols: Fibre Channel, iSCSI, FCoE
- Management Interface: Web-based management interface
- Power Supplies: 2 hot-swappable power supplies
- Cooling Fans: 4 hot-swappable cooling fans
In Summary, the IBM Qlogic 20Port 8GB SAN Switch Module is a reliable and high-performance network switch that provides fast and reliable connectivity between devices connected to a Storage Area Network. The switch module is designed with many features and benefits, including high-performance, flexibility, scalability, reliability, ease of management, and compatibility. These features make the IBM Qlogic 20Port 8GB SAN Switch Module an ideal choice for data center administrators looking for a reliable and high-performance network switch.
General Information about the IBM 44X1914
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model Number or SKU# 44X1914
- Device Type : Switch 20 Port
NETWORKING
- Data Transfer Rate : 8.5 GBPS
- Data Link Protocol: 8GB Fibre Channel
- Connectivity Technology: Wireda
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces: Network 8GB Fibre Channel
