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GX227 - Dell Cisco Catalyst 16-Port Blade Switch for M1000e
- 16 x Gigabit Ethernet ports
- Designed for Dell M1000e blade enclosure
- Provides high-speed network connectivity for blade servers
- Layer 2 switching capabilities
- Supports various network protocols
- Hot-pluggable module
- Enhances server density and network efficiency
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Blade Switch Module
- Form Factor
- Blade
- Number of Ports
- 16
- Port Speed
- Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps)
- Chassis Compatibility
- Dell M1000e
- Switching Layer
- Layer 2
Product details
The Dell GX227 is a Catalyst 16-port blade switch designed for the Dell M1000e modular blade server enclosure. It provides high-speed network connectivity for multiple blade servers within the chassis.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Blade Switch Module |
| Form Factor | Blade |
| Number of Ports | 16 |
| Port Speed | Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps) |
Additional Specifications
| Chassis Compatibility | Dell M1000e |
| Switching Layer | Layer 2 |
| Manufacturer | Dell (Catalyst branding suggests Cisco partnership/OEM) |
Description
The Dell GX227, identified as a Catalyst 16 x Ports Blade Switch, is a specialized networking module designed to integrate seamlessly into the Dell M1000e modular blade server enclosure. This switch provides high-speed, high-density network connectivity for the blade servers housed within the M1000e chassis. With 16 dedicated Gigabit Ethernet ports, it allows each blade server to connect to the network infrastructure efficiently, supporting demanding application and data transfer requirements. As a Layer 2 switch, the GX227 facilitates efficient data forwarding within the local network segment. It is engineered to optimize network performance and reduce latency for the servers it serves. The blade form factor ensures that it fits directly into the M1000e enclosure, maximizing space utilization and simplifying cabling within the rack. Its hot-pluggable nature allows for installation or replacement without disrupting the operation of other blades or the network. This switch is crucial for environments that utilize blade server technology to achieve high compute density. By consolidating network connectivity within the chassis, the Dell GX227 simplifies network management and reduces the need for external switches for each individual server. It plays a key role in enabling efficient communication between blade servers and the broader network, supporting virtualization, high-performance computing, and other data-intensive workloads.
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