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2005-B16 IBM TotalStorage SAN16B-2 16-Port Fibre Channel SAN Switch 8 SFP Ports

SKU:
2005-B16
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 16-port Fibre Channel SAN switch supporting 8 SFP (mini-GBIC) ports
  • Provides high-speed connectivity for storage area network environments
  • Designed to optimize data transfer between servers and storage devices
  • Compact form factor suitable for rack deployments in data centers
In stock

$752.25

Product Overview

The 2005-B16 IBM TotalStorage SAN16B-2 is a Fibre Channel switch designed to connect servers and storage devices within a SAN. It fits into data center racks, offering multiple high-speed fiber ports for flexible and reliable storage networking. This device streamlines data flow and supports scalable SAN infrastructures.

General Information

Brand IBM

Physical Characteristics

Condition Refurbished
Weight 3.00

Miscellaneous

Assembly Required No


Product Description

The 2005-B16 IBM TotalStorage SAN16B-2 is a Fibre Channel switch built for storage area networks requiring dependable and efficient data interconnectivity. It is often found in enterprise IT infrastructures where consistent and fast storage access is critical. IT administrators and storage architects typically use this switch to streamline SAN performance and manage data flows.

Key Features

  • Offers 8 SFP ports for flexible, high-speed fiber optic connections
  • Supports robust Fibre Channel protocols for reliable data transfer
  • Enables low-latency communication optimizing storage traffic
  • Facilitates scalable SAN growth with modular port options
  • Integrated management tools allow detailed monitoring and configuration

This switch plays a practical role in maintaining smooth SAN operations by providing consistent throughput and dependable connectivity. Its reliable performance helps ensure data integrity and supports the complex demands of modern storage networks.


Use Cases

The 2005-B16 switch is mostly deployed in SAN environments where high-speed and dependable storage connectivity is required. Its design facilitates integration in enterprise storage networks that demand steady data throughput and precise management.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting storage arrays to servers in enterprise data centers
  • Supporting virtualization environments with fast SAN access
  • Integrating storage clusters requiring low-latency communication
  • Facilitating data replication between geographically close sites
  • Enabling scalable SAN expansions in mid-sized to large IT infrastructures

By supporting efficient data paths and manageable connectivity, this switch helps organizations maintain operational efficiency and scalability in their storage networks. Its presence simplifies storage resource management while maintaining consistent performance.


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2005-B16 IBM TotalStorage SAN16B-2 16-Port Fibre Channel SAN Switch 8 SFP Ports
2005-B16 IBM TotalStorage SAN16B-2 16-Port Fibre Channel SAN Switch 8 SFP Ports
$752.25