Name: 88Y6021 IBM Blade G8264 48-Port 10Gb/40GbE Switch High-Performance
Brand: IBM
SKU: 88Y6021
Price: 2319.78 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The 88Y6021 - IBM Blade G8264 48-Port 10Gb/40GBE Switch is a versatile network device focused on delivering high-speed, low-latency connectivity within blade server environments. It fits into data center infrastructures that require dense port availability and flexible bandwidth options, supporting both 10Gb and 40Gb Ethernet connections to adapt to various networking needs effectively.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 2, Layer 3, Managed Switch, Stackable Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10G SFP+, 40G QSFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10Gbps,40Gbps
UpLink Ports	6
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1.44 Tbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP+,USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45)

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9000 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI,Web GUI,SNMP
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,SSH,RADIUS,TACACS+
Management Type	In-band and Out-of-band
Security	802.1X,ACLs
Remote Management Protocol	SNMPv1/v2/v3,SSH,Telnet,HTTP/HTTPS
Routing Protocol	Static,OSPF,BGP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable fans

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The 88Y6021 - IBM Blade G8264 is a high-capacity network switch designed to deliver fast connectivity within blade server chassis. It is commonly found in data center setups where dense, low-latency switching is critical. Built for IT professionals managing scalable infrastructure, it integrates seamlessly with blade servers to streamline network traffic. Key Features Offers a mix of 10Gb and 40Gb Ethernet ports for flexible bandwidth allocation Provides robust switching capacity for efficient data handling Supports comprehensive network management and monitoring tools Designed to minimize bottlenecks in virtualized and physical server environments Delivers consistent performance under high network loads By combining high port density with strong throughput, this switch plays a key role in maintaining smooth network operations. Its reliability and scalability make it suitable for growing data center demands without compromising performance or manageability.

Use Cases
This switch is typically deployed in data centers, particularly within blade server chassis, where space and port density are critical. It benefits IT administrators who need reliable and scalable network switching to support virtualization and storage systems in medium to large enterprise environments. How It's Used: Providing high-speed uplinks in blade server racks for enterprise data centers Supporting virtualization workloads with low-latency and high-throughput switching Integrating with storage clusters requiring rapid data transfer rates Facilitating scalable network segmentation and traffic management in large IT infrastructures Enabling efficient aggregation of server traffic in consolidated network environments This equipment contributes to operational efficiency by offering reliable switching performance that scales with network growth. Its adaptability to varied workloads helps maintain consistent connectivity and network responsiveness in complex data center settings.