Name: 0446HC7 IBM Blade RackSwitch G8124 24-Port 1GbE Layer 2/3 Switch
Brand: IBM
SKU: 0446HC7
Price: 616.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The 0446HC7 - IBM Blade RackSwitch G8124 provides essential network switching within IBM BladeCenter E1350 chassis. It offers a balance of speed and management capabilities tailored to blade server deployments, fitting neatly into network environments that require efficient, integrated connectivity solutions without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 2, Layer 3, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	24
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	10G SFP+
Port Speed	10 Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	480 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	937.5 Mpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,CLI,Web GUI,SNMP
Security Features	802.1X,Access Control Lists (ACLs),SSH
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,HTTP,HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The 0446HC7 - IBM Blade RackSwitch G8124 is a network switch designed to integrate seamlessly with IBM BladeCenter E1350 chassis. It provides reliable and efficient connectivity across servers within the blade chassis, offering both Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching functionalities. Often found in data centers and enterprise networks, this switch is built for IT professionals managing server farms and looking to streamline network operations. Key Features Delivers 24 1GbE ports ensuring consistent throughput for blade servers Supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols for flexible network design Designed specifically for compatibility with IBM BladeCenter E1350 Includes management tools for easy network configuration and monitoring Enables scalable and resilient network architecture within blade environments This switch plays a critical role in maintaining stable and high-speed communication within blade server environments. Its design balances performance and manageability, providing dependable network functionality to support complex IT infrastructures. The 0446HC7 enhances network reliability while simplifying administrative tasks in densely packed server racks.

Use Cases
This switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and server rooms where IBM BladeCenter E1350 chassis are used. It is suited for environments focusing on virtualization, storage clusters, and high-density compute setups that demand reliable internal network switching. How It's Used: Integrates with IBM BladeCenter E1350 chassis for consolidated network management in enterprise data centers Supports virtualization environments requiring low-latency and high-throughput connectivity between blade servers Facilitates storage cluster communication by providing consistent 1GbE links within blade deployments Enables scalable network configurations for growing IT infrastructures with blade server expansions Assists in edge computing setups where compact and manageable networking hardware is needed By ensuring fast and reliable network switching inside blade chassis, the 0446HC7 helps maintain operational efficiency and supports scalable IT environments. Its compatibility with IBM systems makes it a practical choice for organizations focused on streamlined server network integration.