Name: H597T Dell Brocade M5424 24-Port 8Gbps Fibre Channel Blade Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: H597T
Price: 320.43 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The H597T Dell Brocade M5424 combines 24 active 8Gb/s Fibre Channel ports in a blade form factor designed for storage networking. It fits into server chassis environments to provide reliable SAN connectivity and efficient traffic management without excess bulk or complexity.

General Information
Brand	Dell

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

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)
OS Compatibility	VMware ESXi 7.x, VMware ESXi 8.x

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Blade (Half-Height) Switch
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The H597T Dell Brocade M5424 is a 24-port Fibre Channel blade switch delivering 8Gb/s speeds, built to integrate seamlessly within blade server chassis. Often found in data center and enterprise storage networks, it supports robust SAN connectivity with low latency and high throughput. IT professionals managing complex environments typically rely on this switch to maintain smooth storage traffic flow and connectivity. Key Features Offers 24 active Fibre Channel ports running at 8Gb/s Blade form factor optimized for Dell server chassis Enables efficient handling of storage traffic with low latency Compatible with a wide range of SAN protocols and management tools Supports zoning and traffic isolation for enhanced security This switch plays a vital role in setting up reliable and scalable SAN infrastructures. Its consistent performance and compact design make it a practical component in storage networks where both space and data speed are priorities. Administrators can depend on it for steady operation and effective network segmentation within the storage fabric.

Use Cases
The H597T Dell Brocade M5424 switch is ideal for enhancing storage connectivity in complex data center environments. It supports a range of deployment scenarios where fast and reliable SAN access is necessary. How It's Used: Connecting blade servers to high-performance storage arrays Implementing scalable SAN fabrics within enterprise data centers Facilitating data replication and backup operations Supporting virtualization environments requiring rapid storage access Enhancing disaster recovery infrastructure with reliable storage links This switch is a versatile component for organizations aiming to optimize their storage networks with high-speed, resilient connectivity solutions.