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8036-BFX IBM RackSwitch G8332 Front-to-Rear Switch

SKU:

8036-BFX

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • High-performance 10GbE rack switch with 32 ports
  • Front-to-rear airflow for optimized data center cooling
  • Supports advanced Layer 2 and 3 networking features
  • Designed for IBM System Networking environments
Product Overview

The IBM RackSwitch G8332 is a 10GbE switch that fits into data centers needing straightforward yet powerful networking solutions. It delivers high-speed connectivity with a focus on front-to-rear airflow to support effective cooling in rack installations. This switch is commonly part of IBM network setups where reliable, scalable Ethernet switching is essential.

General Information
Brand IBM
Part Number 8036-BFX
Condition Refurbished
Alternate Part Number 8036-BFX-04-CT
Technical Information
Number of Ports 32-Ports
Port Type 10G SFP+
Port Speed 10Gbps
POE Support No
Switching Capacity 640 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate 476.16 Mpps
VLAN Support Yes
Max VLANs Supported 1-4094
Layer Support Layer 3
Connector Type SFP+
Performance
Jumbo Frame Support Up To 9216 Bytes
Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols Yes
Physical Characteristics
Weight 3.00


Product Description

The IBM RackSwitch G8332 is a 10 Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for data centers that need robust and flexible network connectivity. Built for front-to-rear airflow, it helps maintain efficient cooling in dense rack environments, making it an ideal choice for modern server farms and enterprise networks.

Often found in IBM-centric setups, the G8332 is favored by IT professionals managing virtualized workloads and high-traffic data flows. It combines Layer 2 switching capabilities with Layer 3 routing to support complex network topologies.

Key Features

  • Delivers 32 fixed 10GbE ports for high bandwidth
  • Front-to-rear airflow aligns with data center cooling standards
  • Supports IPv4/IPv6 routing and advanced security protocols
  • Compatible with IBM System Networking for seamless integration
  • Offers low latency and high throughput for demanding applications

Typically deployed in enterprise data centers and cloud infrastructure, this switch efficiently handles high volumes of network traffic while supporting energy-conscious cooling designs. Its combination of performance and airflow configuration makes it a mainstay in environments where both speed and thermal management are critical.


Use Cases

The 8036-BFX IBM RackSwitch G8332 Front-to-Rear Switch is ideal for high-density network environments requiring efficient cooling and robust connectivity.

How It's Used:

  • Aggregating server connections within IBM rack enclosures
  • Providing high-speed uplinks for data center core switches
  • Facilitating storage network traffic in converged infrastructure setups
  • Enabling scalable virtualization and cloud computing networks
  • Supporting enterprise applications requiring low latency and high bandwidth

This switch is a reliable component for building scalable, high-performance networks in data centers leveraging IBM hardware.


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8036-BFX IBM RackSwitch G8332 Front-to-Rear Switch
8036-BFX IBM RackSwitch G8332 Front-to-Rear Switch