Dell XK584 4424 12-Port 8x 4GB FC Active Port Fibre Blade Switch

SKU XK584

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12 Fibre Channel ports total
8 active 4Gbps Fibre Channel ports
Blade switch form factor
High-speed SAN connectivity
Supports 4Gbps Fibre Channel
Designed for enterprise environments
Enables efficient storage access

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Total Ports: 12
Active Ports: 8
Port Speed: 4Gbps Fibre Channel
Form Factor: Blade Switch
Model Number: XK584

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Product details

The Dell XK584 is a 4424 12-port Fibre Channel switch featuring 8 active 4Gbps ports. This blade switch is designed for high-speed storage area network (SAN) connectivity in enterprise environments.

Specifications

Total Ports: 12
Active Ports: 8
Port Speed: 4Gbps Fibre Channel

Form Factor: Blade Switch
Model Number: XK584

Description

The Dell XK584, part of the 4424 series, is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch specifically designed to facilitate robust connectivity within Storage Area Networks (SANs). It offers a total of 12 Fibre Channel ports, with 8 of these ports actively supporting 4Gbps speeds. This configuration allows for high-speed, low-latency communication between servers and storage devices, which is critical for demanding enterprise applications such as databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing. As a blade switch, the XK584 is intended to be integrated into Dell blade server chassis, optimizing space and management within a consolidated infrastructure. This design approach simplifies cabling and power management, contributing to a more efficient and streamlined data center environment. The 4Gbps speed ensures substantial bandwidth for storage traffic, enabling faster data transfers and improved application performance. This switch is a key component for organizations looking to build or expand their SAN infrastructure. It provides the necessary speed and reliability for mission-critical storage operations, ensuring that servers can access data quickly and efficiently. The Dell XK584 is engineered for enterprise-grade performance and reliability, making it a suitable choice for environments where data availability and performance are paramount.

Condition: Refurbished