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| Product Overview |
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The 2498-B80 IBM 48-Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel SAN Switch connects numerous storage devices and servers within a SAN, providing fast, reliable communication. It's a core component in enterprise storage networks, supporting large-scale, high-performance data transfer without bottlenecks. |
| General Information | |
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| Brand | IBM |
| Part Number | 2498-B80 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Alternate Part Number | 2498-B80-98-CT |
| Technical Information | |
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| Switch Ports | 48 |
| Number of Ports | 48-Ports |
| Port Type | SFP+ |
| Port Speed | 8 Gbps |
| POE Support | No |
| Switching Capacity | 384 Gbps (768 Gbps full-duplex) |
| VLAN Support | No |
| Stackable | No |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 |
| Connector Type | SFP+ |
| Management and Configuration | |
|---|---|
| Remote Protocols | Yes |
| Management Interfaces | Serial Console (RJ-45), SSH (CLI), Telnet, Web GUI, SNMP |
| Security Features | Zoning, Port Security, SSH, ACLs, RADIUS/TACACS+ |
| Management Type | CLI, Web GUI, SNMP |
| Remote Management Protocol | SSH, Telnet, HTTPS, SNMP |
| Physical Characteristics | |
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| Weight | 3.00 |
| Miscellaneous | |
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| Compliance Standards | RoHS, CE, FCC, UL |
| Product Description |
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The 2498-B80 IBM 48-Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel SAN Switch is built to handle demanding storage area network (SAN) operations with high throughput and reliability. Often found in data centers, it connects multiple storage devices and servers to facilitate fast and secure data exchange. This switch is commonly used in environments requiring large-scale storage integration, such as enterprise IT infrastructures and cloud service providers. Storage administrators and network engineers benefit from its robust management features and scalability. Key Features
Deployed mainly in enterprise data centers, this switch facilitates efficient storage resource sharing and backup operations. Its role is crucial in maintaining smooth, high-speed access between servers and storage arrays, helping organizations manage growing data demands effectively. |
| Use Cases |
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The 2498-B80 IBM 48-Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel SAN Switch is used in data centers and enterprise storage networks to provide high-speed, reliable connectivity between servers and storage devices. How It's Used:
Its design ensures the switch integrates smoothly into complex SAN environments, enabling efficient storage networking and supporting critical business applications. |