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2498-B24/24E IBM 24-Port Fiber Channel Switch for SAN Storage Networking

SKU:
2498-B24/24E
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 24-port Fiber Channel switch providing high-speed storage networking.
  • Supports advanced zoning and management features for robust SAN environments.
  • Delivers low latency and high throughput for storage traffic.
  • Compact design suitable for rack deployments.
In stock

$259.87

Product Overview

The 2498-B24/24E Fiber Channel switch delivers reliable, high-speed connectivity for storage area networks. It fits into SAN architectures as a central device to manage data traffic between storage devices and servers, offering essential features that support complex storage environments without unnecessary complexity.

General Information

Brand IBM

Technical Information

Number of Ports 24-Ports
Port Type SFP
Ports 24-Ports
Form Factor Rack-Mountable
Mount Type 1U Rack
Connector Type SFP

Physical Characteristics

Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

Assembly Required No


Product Description

The 2498-B24/24E is a 24-port Fiber Channel switch commonly found in data centers and enterprise storage networks. It is built for managing storage traffic efficiently across SANs, ensuring reliable connectivity between servers and storage arrays. IT professionals and storage administrators typically use this switch to maintain stable and scalable storage infrastructures.

Key Features

  • Provides 24 high-performance Fiber Channel ports for SAN connectivity.
  • Supports comprehensive zoning capabilities for secure data segmentation.
  • Offers low latency to optimize storage data transfers.
  • Includes advanced management tools for simplified administration.
  • Designed with a compact form factor for easy integration in rack-mounted setups.

This switch plays a critical role in organizing and managing storage networks by enabling smooth data flow and maintaining system reliability. Its performance characteristics contribute to efficient storage operations and scalability in growing environments.


Use Cases

The 2498-B24/24E switch is typically applied in medium to large storage networks where centralized management and high throughput are essential. It suits environments requiring dependable data flow between multiple storage arrays and hosts, especially in enterprise IT and data center contexts.

How It's Used:

  • Enables connectivity in enterprise SANs supporting large-scale virtualization environments.
  • Integrates with storage clusters to maintain robust and efficient data transfer.
  • Used in data centers to manage traffic between backup servers and storage devices.
  • Supports remote office storage needs through SAN extension capabilities.
  • Facilitates high-speed interconnection in cloud infrastructure storage layers.

By providing stable and manageable storage networking, this switch helps maintain consistent performance and scalability in demanding operational settings. It streamlines storage communication paths, enhancing overall infrastructure reliability.


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2498-B24/24E IBM 24-Port Fiber Channel Switch for SAN Storage Networking
2498-B24/24E IBM 24-Port Fiber Channel Switch for SAN Storage Networking
$259.87