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Product Overview |
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The GH640 Dell McDATA Sphereon 4700 FC Switch provides high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity tailored for enterprise storage networks. It fits seamlessly into SAN environments, offering secure zoning and scalable port density to meet growing data center demands without sacrificing reliability. |
General Information |
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| Brand | Dell |
| Part Number | GH640 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
Technical Information |
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| Number of Ports | 24-Ports |
| Port Type | SFP |
| Port Speed | 4 Gbps Fibre Channel |
| POE Support | No |
| VLAN Support | No |
| Stackable | No |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 |
| Connector Type | SFP |
Management and Configuration |
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| Remote Protocols | Yes |
| Management Interfaces | CLI, Web GUI, SNMP, Serial Console (RJ-45) |
| Security Features | Zoning, Fabric login controls (FLOGI), VSAN/virtual fabric segmentation, access controls |
| Remote Management Protocol | SSH, Telnet, SNMP, HTTP/HTTPS |
Physical Characteristics |
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| Weight | 6.50 |
Product Description |
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The GH640 Dell McDATA Sphereon 4700 FC Switch is designed to manage and optimize storage area networks (SANs) with high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity. It is commonly used in enterprise data centers to facilitate fast and reliable data transfer between servers and storage devices. Often found in environments that require efficient, scalable, and secure SAN solutions, this switch benefits IT professionals handling complex storage networks. Its robust performance supports critical applications demanding consistent throughput and minimal latency. Key Features
This switch is typically deployed in medium to large-scale data centers requiring dependable SAN infrastructure. It plays a key role in ensuring smooth data exchanges and supports critical workloads without bottlenecks. By integrating the GH640 switch, organizations can maintain well-organized and efficient storage traffic, helping keep their data center operations running smoothly and securely. |
Use Cases |
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The GH640 Dell 16Gbps 48-Port Fibre Channel SAN Switch is designed primarily for enterprise data centers requiring robust and scalable storage networking. It is ideal for environments where high-throughput, low-latency connectivity is critical, such as virtualization clusters and large-scale storage deployments. How It's Used:
This switch enhances operational efficiency by enabling scalable port density and advanced zoning features, which streamline SAN management and improve overall data center throughput. Its compatibility with existing Sphereon infrastructure makes it a practical choice for evolving storage environments that prioritize performance and security. |