Name: S0-0000201-02 StorageTek 16-Port 1Gbps Fibre Channel SAN Switch
Brand: StorageTek
SKU: S0-0000201-02
Price: 627.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Storagetek Silkworm 2800 Storagenet Fibre Channel Switch connects storage devices and servers within a SAN, offering reliable 1 Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity. It fits into enterprise environments requiring stable and scalable storage networking, ensuring consistent performance and ease of management for data center administrators.

General Information
Brand	StorageTek
Part Number	S0-0000201-02
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	16-Ports
Number of Ports	16-Ports
Port Speed	1 Gbps,2 Gbps
Switching Capacity	64 Gbps
Connector Type	GBIC (Fibre Channel)

Management and Configuration
Management Type	CLI, Web GUI, SNMP
Security	Zoning
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH, Telnet, HTTP, HTTPS

Power & Cooling
Fans	Yes (hot‑swappable)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	4.00

Product Description
The Storagetek Silkworm 2800 is a Fibre Channel switch built for storage area networks (SANs) that require dependable data transport and connectivity. It’s commonly used in enterprise data centers to link servers and storage devices for efficient, high-speed communication. Often found in setups where uninterrupted access to storage is critical, this switch benefits IT professionals managing complex storage infrastructures. Key Features Offers 16 Fibre Channel ports with 1 Gbps speeds to accommodate sizable data loads Includes redundant power supplies and cooling for improved uptime Supports zoning to secure and segment storage traffic effectively Compatible with a variety of SAN devices and protocols Features management tools for easier configuration and monitoring This switch is typically deployed in medium to large-scale enterprise SANs where data integrity and performance are essential. It plays a key role in maintaining smooth data flow between servers and storage arrays, helping to keep storage operations running smoothly without interruption.

Use Cases
The StorageTek 16-Port 1Gbps Fibre Channel SAN Switch is predominantly utilized in enterprise storage networks where high-speed, reliable connectivity between servers and storage arrays is critical. It is ideal for data centers and organizations managing complex storage infrastructures requiring seamless scalability and minimal downtime. How It's Used: Connecting multiple storage arrays and servers within a mid-sized data center to ensure efficient data flow for virtualization workloads. Supporting backup and disaster recovery systems in enterprise IT environments by providing dedicated Fibre Channel paths for secure data replication. Facilitating storage cluster communications in high-availability setups requiring redundancy and low-latency access. Integrating SAN components in rack deployments where space optimization and port density are essential. Enabling remote office storage extension to central data centers via Fibre Channel SAN for unified data management. This switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent Fibre Channel performance and high availability, enabling storage networks to scale smoothly as capacity demands grow. Its robust design supports critical applications with minimal interruption, aligning with the needs of enterprise storage administrators focused on reliability and manageability.