Name: 32183-00 QLogic Sanbox 5800 24-Ports (24 Active) 8Gb Fibre Channel Switch
Brand: QLogic
SKU: 32183-00
Price: 543.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The QLogic Sanbox 5800 24-Port Fibre Channel Switch offers reliable 8Gb connectivity designed for storage area networks. It fits into data centers that need efficient device interconnection and smooth data transfer. The switch handles multiple simultaneous connections while maintaining consistent performance across the network.

General Information
Brand	QLogic
Part Number	32183-00
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	24 (24 Active)
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	SFP
Port Speed	1/2/4/8 Gbps
UpLink Ports	4 × 10 Gbps XPAK stacking ports
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP (Fibre Channel), XPAK, RJ-45 management, DB-9 serial

Performance
Latency	<0.2 µs

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.7 × 17 × 14 in
Weight	15.00

Product Description
The QLogic Sanbox 5800 is a 24-port Fibre Channel switch built for managing storage area networks with ease. It delivers consistent 8Gb performance to support fast data transfers and efficient SAN operations. Often found in enterprise data centers, it connects multiple storage devices and servers seamlessly. This switch is commonly used in environments that require reliable and high-speed connectivity, such as virtualization platforms, backup systems, and large-scale data storage setups. IT professionals and storage administrators benefit from its straightforward deployment and management features. Key Features Provides 24 active 8Gb Fibre Channel ports for extensive SAN connectivity Ensures stable and fast data transfer across storage devices Supports industry-standard SAN protocols for broad compatibility Designed for easy integration into existing data center infrastructure Compact form factor saves rack space while maintaining performance This switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers where high availability and network efficiency are critical. It plays a key role in maintaining smooth data flow between servers and storage devices without bottlenecks or downtime.

Use Cases
The QLogic Sanbox 5800 24-Port Fibre Channel Switch is primarily deployed in enterprise SAN environments where high throughput and low latency storage networking are critical. It benefits organizations managing large-scale virtualization and storage clusters requiring consistent, high-speed connectivity within data center racks. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays to virtualization hosts in enterprise data centers to optimize block-level data access. Facilitating high-availability storage clusters in financial institutions where uninterrupted data flow is essential. Integrating backup and disaster recovery systems across remote data center sites in distributed enterprise IT environments. Supporting capacity expansion in mid-sized data centers by linking multiple disk shelves for scalable storage solutions. Enabling large-scale video editing environments to transfer high-resolution media files with minimal latency. This switch enhances operational efficiency by providing stable and scalable 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity, ensuring that storage traffic is managed effectively. Its design supports seamless scaling in growing infrastructures, maintaining performance consistency across critical workloads.

32183-00 QLogic Sanbox 5800 24-Ports (24 Active) 8Gb Fibre Channel Switch

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