XH196 - Dell Brocade SilkWorm 200e 16-Ports 4GB Fibre Channel Network Switch

SKU XH196

Brand DELL

16 x Fibre Channel (FC) ports.
4 x additional Fibre Channel (FC) ports (total 20 ports).
Form factor: 1U Rackmount.
Designed for enterprise SAN environments.
High-speed Fibre Channel connectivity.
Supports advanced SAN management features.
Built for reliability and high availability.
Scalable solution for growing storage needs.

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Product Type: Fibre Channel Switch
Model: SilkWorm 200E
SKU: XH196
Number of Ports: 16 + 4 (Total 20 FC Ports)
Form Factor: 1U Rackmount
Interface: Fibre Channel

Product details

The Dell SilkWorm 200E FC Switch (XH196) is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch designed for enterprise storage area networks (SANs). It provides robust connectivity and advanced features to support demanding storage environments. This switch is built for reliability and scalability in data center applications.

Technical Information

Product Type	Fibre Channel Switch
Model	SilkWorm 200E
SKU	XH196

Additional Specifications

Number of Ports	16 + 4 (Total 20 FC Ports)
Form Factor	1U Rackmount
Interface	Fibre Channel

Description

The Dell SilkWorm 200E Fibre Channel Switch, identified by SKU XH196, is a robust networking device engineered for enterprise-level storage area networks (SANs). It provides a high-density, high-performance solution for connecting servers to storage arrays, ensuring efficient data flow and reliable access to critical data. With a total of 20 Fibre Channel ports (16 primary + 4 additional), this switch offers ample connectivity for demanding data center environments. Designed as a 1U rackmount unit, the SilkWorm 200E is space-efficient and integrates seamlessly into standard server racks. Its architecture is optimized for high-speed Fibre Channel communication, supporting the bandwidth requirements of modern storage applications, including virtualization, high-performance computing, and large-scale data management. The switch is equipped with advanced features necessary for managing complex SANs, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and security. This Dell switch is built with enterprise-grade reliability in mind, featuring redundant power supplies (often configurable) and robust hardware designed for continuous operation. It is a key component for organizations looking to build or expand their SAN infrastructure, providing a scalable and dependable platform for their storage needs. The SilkWorm 200E facilitates efficient data sharing and access, crucial for business continuity and operational efficiency.

Condition: Refurbished