Name: 98Y3357 IBM Mellanox IS5030 Infiniband 36-Port Switch Up to 40Gb/s Per Port
Brand: IBM
SKU: 98Y3357
Price: 89.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM Mellanox IS5030 Infiniband 36-Port Switch is a core component for high-performance networking setups. It offers extensive port density and supports fast data rates, fitting well into environments where efficient data exchange is necessary for compute-intensive tasks.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	98Y3357
Condition	Refurbished
Alternate Part Number	98Y3357-99-CT

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	36 x QSFP+ ports (40 Gb/s per port)
Number of Ports	36-Ports
Port Type	QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	Up to 40 Gb/s per port (full duplex QDR)
UpLink Ports	36 QSFP equivalent
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	2.88 Tb/s
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	QSFP+

Performance
Latency	Low latency (sub-microsecond class typical for InfiniBand)

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	SSH, RADIUS/TACACS+ authentication, Role-based access control (RBAC), Port access control
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH, Telnet, HTTPS

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant cooling fans

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.75" x 17.25" x 20"
Weight	4.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE
Compliant Standards	InfiniBand, IBTA

Product Description
The IBM Mellanox IS5030 is designed to deliver fast and reliable Infiniband connectivity, ensuring efficient data transfer across multiple servers and storage devices. Often found in data centers and HPC clusters, this switch helps optimize network performance where high bandwidth and minimal latency are critical. Built for IT professionals managing large-scale computing environments, the IS5030 supports demanding applications such as scientific simulations, financial modeling, and big data processing. Key Features Provides 36 full-duplex ports each supporting up to 40Gb/s throughput Offers low-latency switching to enhance overall network responsiveness Enables scalable network fabrics for growing data center needs Includes advanced traffic management to optimize data flow Compatible with standard Infiniband protocols ensuring broad interoperability This switch is typically deployed in server clusters, HPC environments, and enterprise data centers that demand consistent, high-speed networking. Its role is crucial for maintaining smooth communication between compute nodes and storage systems, reducing bottlenecks and improving application performance.

Use Cases
The IBM Mellanox IS5030 Infiniband 36-Port Switch is designed for environments requiring ultra-low latency and high throughput network connections. It is particularly suited to data centers and enterprises focusing on high-performance computing (HPC), where rapid data transfer between servers and storage is critical for operational efficiency. How It's Used: Facilitates scalable clustering in HPC environments to support compute-intensive scientific simulations and analytics. Integrates into storage area networks (SAN) for fast and reliable data exchange in enterprise data centers. Enables efficient virtualization environments by providing low-latency connectivity between virtualized servers. Supports financial trading platforms requiring rapid transaction processing with minimal network delays. Deployed in AI and machine learning workloads to accelerate data movement across GPU clusters. Used in cloud service provider infrastructures to optimize server-to-server communication and workload distribution. This switch enhances network performance by delivering consistent low latency and high throughput, enabling organizations to scale their infrastructure while maintaining efficient data flows. Its robust port density makes it a practical choice for dense rack deployments, supporting both current and future high-bandwidth networking needs.