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Dell M485D Brocade M5424 24 x Active Ports 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Blade Switch for PowerEdge M1000E
- 24 x Active 8Gb/s Fibre Channel ports
- Designed for Dell PowerEdge M1000E blade chassis
- Provides SAN connectivity for blade servers
- Supports Fabric technology for scalability
- Hot-pluggable for non-disruptive installation
- High performance for storage area networks
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Product Overview
The Dell M485D Brocade M5424 is a 24-port Fibre Channel switch designed for blade server environments, specifically the Dell PowerEdge M1000E chassis. It provides high-speed 8Gb/s connectivity for SAN access.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
| Form Factor | Blade Module |
| Ports | 24 x 8Gb/s Fibre Channel |
| Chassis Compatibility | Dell PowerEdge M1000E |
Additional Specifications
| Switching Fabric | Brocade Fabric |
| Data Transfer Rate | 8 Gbps per port |
| Management | Managed |
Product Description
The Dell M485D, a Brocade M5424 model, is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch specifically designed to integrate seamlessly into the Dell PowerEdge M1000E blade server enclosure. This blade switch provides 24 active ports, each capable of operating at a robust 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speed, enabling direct and high-speed access to Storage Area Networks (SANs) for the blade servers housed within the chassis. Its integration within the M1000E allows for consolidated SAN connectivity, reducing cabling complexity and improving overall infrastructure efficiency. This switch is a critical component for organizations leveraging blade server architectures that require reliable and high-throughput storage connectivity. By providing 24 dedicated Fibre Channel ports, the M5424 ensures that multiple blade servers can simultaneously connect to enterprise storage systems without performance degradation. The switch supports Brocade's advanced fabric technology, which allows for scalability and resilience within the SAN environment. Features such as non-disruptive firmware upgrades and hot-pluggable installation further enhance its suitability for mission-critical data center operations. The Dell M485D is engineered to deliver enterprise-grade performance and reliability for storage networking. It simplifies SAN management by consolidating connectivity within the blade chassis, making it easier to deploy, manage, and scale storage resources for virtualized environments and demanding applications. Its 8Gb/s capability ensures sufficient bandwidth for current storage needs while providing a foundation for future upgrades.
