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IBM SAN24B-4 1U rack-mount fibre channel switch, silver metal chassis with eight SFP ports visible

IBM

IBM SAN24B-4Product switch module 8.48 Gbit/s 8 port 1U

SKU CH-B5A8-N7WYX MPN SAN24B-4Product

8-port Fibre Channel switch module delivers 8.48 Gbit/s data transfer in a 1U rack form factor

  • Electrical Outlet Plug TypeFibre Channel Switch
  • 48 Gbit/s throughput for high-speed storage traffic
  • 8 Fibre Channel ports connect multiple servers and arrays
  • SFP expansion slots allow flexible cabling choices
  • Manageable design simplifies SAN administration
  • 1U form factor fits standard racks with 1.7" height

Product type and fit

The IBM SAN24B-4 is a 1U rack-mount Fibre Channel switch module with eight SFP ports. It delivers a data transfer rate of 8.48 Gbit/s for storage-area networking. The unit fits a standard 1U slot and weighs approximately 9.30 lb. It is designed for environments that require managed fabric connectivity.

Who this suits and who it does not

This module suits administrators building or expanding a Fibre Channel fabric with eight ports in a single rack unit. It does not suit buyers who need more than eight ports, a different port speed, or a non-managed switch. It also does not suit teams requiring a form factor other than 1U.

Deciding specification

The switch provides exactly eight Fibre Channel ports operating at 8.48 Gbit/s each. If your design calls for a different port count or a different line rate, this module will not match the requirement. The SFP expansion slots accept compatible transceivers for the supported speed.

Highlights

  • 48 Gbit/s throughput for high-speed storage traffic
  • 8 Fibre Channel ports connect multiple servers and arrays
  • SFP expansion slots allow flexible cabling choices
  • Manageable design simplifies SAN administration
  • 1U form factor fits standard racks with 1.7" height

Specifications

BrandIBM
Electrical Outlet Plug TypeFibre Channel Switch

Questions about this item

What rack depth does the 1U switch module need?

The module is 12.1 inches deep and fits a standard 1U rack space with at least that much clear depth behind the front rails.

Which step is often missed when installing the SFP transceivers?

Insert each SFP until it clicks, then lock the bail latch before connecting any fibre cables.

When should the SFP modules be replaced?

Replace an SFP if link errors increase, the module runs hot, or the port fails to establish an 8.48 Gbit/s connection.

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