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2026-16E IBM Total Storage SAN16M-2 16-Port Fibre Channel Switch 2 Gbps

SKU:
2026-16E
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 16 high-speed Fibre Channel ports for SAN connectivity
  • Supports data rates up to 2 Gbps per port
  • Designed for mid-sized storage area networks
  • Offers scalable and reliable switch fabric
In stock

$553.05

Product Overview

The 2026-16E - IBM Total Storage SAN16M-2 is a 16-port fibre channel switch that facilitates high-speed storage networking within SAN infrastructures. It fits into environments requiring dependable storage connectivity and effective data management, serving as a backbone for mid-range storage area networks.

General Information

Brand IBM

Technical Information

Number of Ports 16-Ports
Port Type SFP, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed 2 Gbps
Ports 16
Form Factor Rack-Mountable
Mount Type 1U Rack
Data Rate 2 Gbps (per port), 32 Gbps (aggregate)

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor 1U Rack-mount
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

Assembly Required No


Product Description

The 2026-16E is a Fibre Channel switch built to connect and manage storage devices within a SAN environment. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise storage networks where centralized storage access and high throughput are required. IT administrators and storage architects often rely on this switch for effective SAN traffic management and performance.

Key Features

  • Provides 16 dedicated Fibre Channel ports supporting 2 Gbps speeds
  • Enables scalable storage network expansion with robust switching capabilities
  • Ensures reliable data transfer with built-in redundancy and error handling
  • Supports standard Fibre Channel protocols for broad device compatibility
  • Optimized for integration with IBM Total Storage environments

This switch plays a central role in maintaining smooth data flow within SANs by delivering consistent performance and connectivity. Its design emphasizes stability and scalability, making it a practical choice for managing storage traffic in complex network setups.


Use Cases

The 2026-16E switch is typically deployed in enterprise and mid-sized data centers to manage storage traffic efficiently. It benefits environments that need scalable SAN solutions with reliable throughput and compatibility across various storage devices.

How It's Used:

  • Integrating storage arrays in enterprise SANs for centralized data management
  • Connecting servers to shared storage in virtualization and cloud infrastructures
  • Supporting backup and recovery systems with high-speed fibre channel connectivity
  • Expanding existing SAN fabric in growing data center environments
  • Enabling storage clustering with low-latency switching for performance-critical applications

By providing consistent and scalable connectivity, the 2026-16E aids in maintaining operational efficiency and supports the evolving storage needs typical in enterprise IT and data center operations.


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2026-16E IBM Total Storage SAN16M-2 16-Port Fibre Channel Switch 2 Gbps
2026-16E IBM Total Storage SAN16M-2 16-Port Fibre Channel Switch 2 Gbps
$553.05