Name: Dell M1000e 16-Port 16Gbps Fibre Channel Switch Module
Brand: Dell
SKU: M6505
Price: 297.57 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The M6505 Dell M1000e 16-Port 16Gbps Fibre Channel Switch Module provides high-speed SAN connectivity within Dell’s blade chassis ecosystem. It fits into enterprise storage setups by offering multiple 16Gbps ports that facilitate fast and reliable data transfer between servers and storage devices.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	M6505
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	16
Number of Ports	16-Ports
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	16 Gbps
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP+

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	Zoning, Port authentication, Role-based access, Fabric login (FLOGI) controls
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, SNMP, Telnet, HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	6.50

Product Description
The M6505 Dell M1000e 16-Port 16Gbps Fibre Channel Switch Module is built to deliver robust and high-performance SAN connectivity within Dell's M1000e blade enclosure. It’s often found in data centers where fast, reliable storage networking is crucial. Engineered for enterprise environments, this switch module caters to IT professionals seeking to optimize storage traffic and reduce bottlenecks. It is commonly used in setups requiring dense port configurations combined with high throughput. Key Features Offers sixteen 16Gbps Fibre Channel ports for high-speed SAN access Integrates seamlessly with Dell M1000e blade chassis systems Supports advanced zoning and management features for SAN efficiency Delivers consistent low-latency connections for storage arrays Designed to handle heavy data loads typical in enterprise environments This switch module is typically deployed in data centers supporting critical storage infrastructures, such as databases and virtualized environments. It plays a vital role in ensuring data moves quickly and reliably between servers and storage arrays without interruption. By providing a solid backbone for SAN communication, the M6505 helps maintain system performance and uptime where it matters most.

Use Cases
The Dell M1000e 16-Port 16Gbps Fibre Channel Switch Module is primarily deployed in enterprise SAN environments requiring high-throughput and low-latency storage connectivity. It is ideal for data centers utilizing Dell M1000e blade chassis to consolidate storage networking within virtualized and high-performance computing workloads. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays to blade servers in large-scale virtualization deployments within enterprise data centers. Supporting high-speed backup and disaster recovery operations in financial services environments demanding fast data replication. Enabling storage clustering for database servers in healthcare organizations requiring reliable and low-latency SAN access. Facilitating high-throughput data processing workloads in research institutions with intensive storage I/O requirements. Integrating Fibre Channel SAN fabrics in government IT infrastructures that prioritize secure and resilient storage networking. This switch module enhances operational efficiency by centralizing storage connectivity within the blade chassis, reducing cabling complexity and improving scalability. Its 16Gbps ports support growing data demands, ensuring consistent performance in storage-intensive applications.

Dell M1000e 16-Port 16Gbps Fibre Channel Switch Module

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Management and Configuration

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases