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Rectangular IBM blade switch module with six front ports

IBM

IBM 26K6481 Qlogic 6 Port Fibre Channel Switch Module

SKU CH-6XY0-ZCGS6

Six-port Fibre Channel switch module for BladeCenter chassis

  • Six Fibre Channel ports expand BladeCenter connectivity
  • IBM 26K6481 QLogic module fits BladeCenter chassis
  • New condition ensures full manufacturer specification
  • Part number 26K6481 identifies exact replacement module

IBM 26K6481 6 Port Fibre Channel Module

This IBM 26K6481 switch module adds six Fibre Channel ports to a compatible BladeCenter chassis. It is built for administrators who need to connect blade servers to a storage area network through a QLogic switching engine. The module installs directly into the blade enclosure without occupying a server bay. It suits environments that consolidate storage traffic inside the rack.

Practical limits of the Fibre Channel interface

Fibre Channel bandwidth is shared across the six ports, so aggregate throughput depends on simultaneous host activity. Distance between the module and the fabric core is constrained by the optics and cable grade chosen for each link. The module draws power and cooling from the chassis, so total enclosure capacity limits how many switches can be fitted. Firmware compatibility with the fabric manager must be verified before deployment.

Highlights

  • Six Fibre Channel ports expand BladeCenter connectivity
  • IBM 26K6481 QLogic module fits BladeCenter chassis
  • New condition ensures full manufacturer specification
  • Part number 26K6481 identifies exact replacement module

Specifications

BrandIBM

Questions about this item

How do I decide between the 6-port and 16-port Fibre Channel switch modules for my BladeCenter?

Choose the 6-port module when you need fewer uplinks and want to conserve chassis slots; the 16-port version suits larger fabrics requiring more concurrent connections.

What does the 6-port Fibre Channel count mean for bandwidth inside a BladeCenter chassis?

Each port provides a dedicated Fibre Channel link, so the six ports give six simultaneous host-to-SAN paths without oversubscription on this module.

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