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44X1911 IBM 20-Port 8Gb Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for BladeCenter

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44X1911
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 20-port 8Gb Fibre Channel SAN switch designed for IBM BladeCenter
  • Supports high-speed data transfer for storage area networks
  • Compact module fits into BladeCenter chassis for scalability
  • Optimized for enterprise storage environments requiring reliable connectivity
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$664.00

Product Overview

The IBM QLogic 20-Port 8Gb SAN Switch Module is a Fibre Channel switch designed to fit into IBM BladeCenter chassis and provide reliable SAN connectivity. It supports 20 ports of 8Gb speeds, making it suitable for enterprise storage networks that require efficient data transfer and seamless integration with BladeCenter blades.

General Information

Brand IBM
Part Number 44X1911

Physical Characteristics

Condition Refurbished
Weight 5.00


Product Description

The IBM QLogic 20-Port 8Gb SAN Switch Module provides robust Fibre Channel connectivity tailored for IBM BladeCenter environments. It facilitates high-speed data transfer between servers and storage devices, enhancing SAN performance and reliability.

Often found in data centers and enterprise storage networks, this module is built to support growing storage demands while maintaining efficient communication paths. IT administrators and storage professionals rely on it for seamless SAN integration and scalability within BladeCenter setups.

Key Features

  • Delivers 20 ports of 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity for enhanced bandwidth
  • Integrates directly into IBM BladeCenter chassis for streamlined deployment
  • Offers low latency and high throughput for critical storage applications
  • Supports advanced SAN management and zoning features
  • Designed for enterprise-level reliability and uptime

This module is typically deployed in medium to large-scale data centers running IBM BladeCenter servers. It plays a vital role in connecting multiple storage devices and servers, ensuring data flow is consistent and efficient. Its presence in storage area networks helps maintain organized, high-performance environments without compromising on scalability.


Use Cases

The IBM QLogic 20-Port 8Gb SAN Switch Module is primarily deployed in enterprise data centers utilizing IBM BladeCenter architectures. It is tailored for IT environments where high-throughput, low-latency SAN connectivity is critical, such as virtualization platforms and large-scale storage clusters.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting BladeCenter blades to centralized SAN storage in enterprise virtualized environments.
  • Facilitating high-speed data transfer in storage area networks within financial services data centers.
  • Supporting scalable SAN fabric expansion in medium to large enterprise IT infrastructures.
  • Integrating with disaster recovery storage solutions requiring reliable Fibre Channel connectivity.
  • Enabling consolidated storage access in healthcare IT environments with demanding throughput needs.

This switch module enhances operational efficiency by consolidating SAN connectivity within the BladeCenter chassis, reducing cabling complexity and improving manageability. Its support for 8Gb Fibre Channel speeds allows organizations to scale storage performance in alignment with growing data workloads.


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44X1911 IBM 20-Port 8Gb Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for BladeCenter
44X1911 IBM 20-Port 8Gb Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for BladeCenter
$664.00