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Dell 00K3M PowerConnect M6505 12/24 x Ports 16 Gigabit Ethernet FC Switch Module for PowerEdge M1000...
- 12/24 configurable ports of 16 Gigabit Fibre Channel (FC).
- Designed for Dell PowerEdge M1000e blade enclosure.
- Enables high-speed SAN connectivity for blade servers.
- Supports Fibre Channel protocol for storage area networks.
- Provides high bandwidth and low latency for storage traffic.
- Hot-pluggable module for non-disruptive upgrades.
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Switch Module
- Model
- PowerConnect M6505
- Ports
- 12/24 x 16Gb Fibre Channel
- Compatibility
- Dell PowerEdge M1000e
- Brand
- Dell
- SKU
- 00K3M
Product details
The Dell 00K3M is a PowerConnect M6505 switch module designed for the Dell M1000e blade enclosure. It provides 12 or 24 ports of 16 Gigabit Ethernet (FC) connectivity, enabling high-speed Fibre Channel networking for blade servers.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Switch Module |
| Model | PowerConnect M6505 |
| Ports | 12/24 x 16Gb Fibre Channel |
Additional Specifications
| Compatibility | Dell PowerEdge M1000e |
| Brand | Dell |
| SKU | 00K3M |
Description
The Dell 00K3M PowerConnect M6505 is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch module specifically engineered for integration within the Dell PowerEdge M1000e blade server enclosure. This module allows blade servers housed within the enclosure to connect directly to a Storage Area Network (SAN) at blazing-fast 16 Gigabit Fibre Channel speeds. With its configurable 12 or 24 ports, the M6505 offers flexibility in designing the SAN fabric for the blade environment. It supports the Fibre Channel protocol, which is the industry standard for high-speed, reliable storage networking, ensuring low latency and high throughput for critical storage I/O operations. This is crucial for demanding applications such as databases, virtualization platforms, and high-performance computing. As a hot-pluggable module, the Dell 00K3M can be installed or replaced without powering down the entire M1000e enclosure, minimizing downtime and maintaining business continuity. It represents a key component for building a robust and scalable storage infrastructure directly within the blade environment, simplifying cabling and management.
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