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32R1818 IBM Brocade 4Gb Fibre Channel 20-Port SAN Switch Module for BladeCenter

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32R1818
Condition: Refurbished
  • 4Gb Fibre Channel speed for fast data transfer
  • 20 ports to connect multiple SAN devices
  • Designed for IBM BladeCenter chassis integration
  • Reliable switch module for storage area networks
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$161.00

Product Overview

The IBM Brocade 4Gb Fibre Channel 20-Port SAN Switch Module is a specialized networking component that provides multiple high-speed Fibre Channel ports within an IBM BladeCenter environment. It's designed to facilitate smooth data exchanges in storage networks and is commonly used in data centers where consolidated, reliable SAN connectivity is required.

General Information

Brand Brocade
Part Number 32R1818
Alternate Part Number 32R1818-12-CT

Physical Characteristics

Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

Eco Friendly Yes
Assembly Required Yes
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL


Product Description

This IBM Brocade SAN Switch Module offers 4Gb Fibre Channel connectivity tailored for storage area networks. Its 20 ports provide ample capacity to link various SAN devices, helping optimize data flow in enterprise environments.

Often found in data centers, this switch module fits directly into IBM BladeCenter chassis, making it a practical choice for organizations using BladeCenter infrastructure. IT professionals managing storage networks benefit from its robust performance and seamless integration.

Key Features

  • High-speed 4Gb Fibre Channel connectivity for enhanced bandwidth
  • Twenty dedicated ports supporting multiple device connections
  • Compact design built to fit IBM BladeCenter chassis slots
  • Stable firmware ensuring consistent SAN performance
  • Compatible with standard SAN management tools for easy administration

In practice, this switch module is deployed within enterprise server rooms and data centers where efficient storage networking is critical. It plays an essential role in enabling reliable communication between servers and storage devices without adding complexity.


Use Cases

The IBM Brocade 4Gb Fibre Channel 20-Port SAN Switch Module integrates into IBM BladeCenter chassis to deliver high-speed, reliable SAN connectivity tailored for enterprise storage networks. It is ideal for environments requiring consolidated storage access, such as data centers and large-scale virtualization deployments where minimizing latency and maximizing throughput is critical.

How It's Used:

  • Facilitating storage cluster connectivity in enterprise data centers to streamline high-volume data transfers.
  • Providing dedicated Fibre Channel SAN ports for virtualized server environments to optimize storage I/O performance.
  • Supporting SAN fabric expansion in mid-sized to large IT infrastructures that rely on IBM BladeCenter chassis.
  • Enabling consolidated storage management in disaster recovery setups requiring robust and low-latency data replication.
  • Integrating within high-availability rack deployments to ensure continuous storage accessibility for mission-critical applications.

This switch module enhances operational efficiency by delivering scalable Fibre Channel connectivity within IBM BladeCenter environments. Its design supports growing storage demands while maintaining consistent performance, making it suitable for complex storage networks that require dependable and fast SAN communication.


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32R1818 IBM Brocade 4Gb Fibre Channel 20-Port SAN Switch Module for BladeCenter
32R1818 IBM Brocade 4Gb Fibre Channel 20-Port SAN Switch Module for BladeCenter
$161.00