Name: H342K Dell Brocade M5424 24-Port Active 8Gbps Fibre Channel Blade Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: H342K
Price: 120.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell Brocade M5424 24-Ports Active 8Gb/s FC Blade Switch delivers high-speed SAN connectivity tailored for blade server platforms. It fits neatly into blade enclosures, offering a dense port count and active 8Gb/s Fibre Channel performance for reliable data transfer. The switch supports essential SAN communication with low latency and integrates into enterprise storage networks without complexity.

General Information
Brand	Dell

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	8Gbps
Bus Interface	Mezzanine (LOM)
Generation	Gen 5
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Chipset / Controller	Brocade
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)
Bracket Height	Internal/Mezzanine

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	NPIV Support, Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Blade Switch (Mezzanine)
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The Dell Brocade M5424 is a high-performance Fibre Channel blade switch designed to provide fast and reliable storage networking. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise SAN infrastructures, where it facilitates efficient communication between servers and storage systems. Built for IT professionals managing blade server environments, this switch offers robust connectivity and streamlined data flow. Key Features Active 8Gb/s Fibre Channel throughput for enhanced performance 24 Fibre Channel ports supporting high-density connections Seamless integration with Dell blade enclosures and SAN fabrics Low latency switching to maintain data integrity and speed Advanced management features for simplified network control This switch plays a critical role in maintaining consistent and scalable SAN operations. Its reliability and efficient data handling support stable network environments where performance and uptime are key. The design ensures it fits well within blade server setups, providing the necessary bandwidth and connectivity for demanding storage tasks.

Use Cases
The Dell Brocade M5424 switch is typically deployed in blade server environments within data centers that require efficient SAN connectivity. It benefits IT teams managing large-scale storage fabrics by providing stable and fast Fibre Channel links. This switch is well suited for environments demanding dense port counts and consistent 8Gb/s performance for storage traffic. How It's Used: Connecting blade servers to shared storage arrays in enterprise data centers Enhancing SAN performance in virtualized server clusters Supporting storage consolidation through high-density Fibre Channel fabrics Deployments in remote or branch office blade server racks needing resilient SAN paths Integrating with Dell blade enclosures for seamless network management By enabling scalable and efficient SAN connectivity, this switch helps maintain high throughput and operational stability. It supports environments where managing storage traffic effectively is crucial for overall IT infrastructure performance.