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EMC 202-001-900B Direct Fibre Bypass Card for Symmetrix DMX3000
- Direct Fibre Bypass Card.
- Compatible with EMC Symmetrix DMX3000 storage systems.
- Enables non-disruptive maintenance.
- Maintains Fibre Channel connectivity during component replacement.
- Ensures data access continuity.
- Critical for high-availability storage environments.
- Facilitates hot-swapping of other components.
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Bypass Card
- Brand
- EMC
- Model
- Symmetrix DMX3000
- Interface
- Fibre Channel
- Function
- Direct Fibre Bypass
- Part Number
- 202-001-900B
Product details
The EMC 202-001-900B is a Direct Fibre Bypass Card specifically designed for the EMC Symmetrix DMX3000 storage system. This component is crucial for maintaining storage connectivity and enabling maintenance operations without interrupting data access.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Bypass Card |
| Brand | EMC |
| Model | Symmetrix DMX3000 |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | Fibre Channel |
| Function | Direct Fibre Bypass |
| Part Number | 202-001-900B |
Description
The EMC 202-001-900B is a specialized hardware component, a Direct Fibre Bypass Card, engineered for integration into the EMC Symmetrix DMX3000 storage platform. The Symmetrix DMX3000 is a high-performance, enterprise-class storage system designed for mission-critical applications demanding extreme reliability and availability. This bypass card plays a vital role in achieving and maintaining that high level of availability, particularly during hardware maintenance or component replacement procedures. The primary function of the 202-001-900B is to provide an alternate path for Fibre Channel (FC) traffic. When a component within the Symmetrix DMX3000 that requires servicing or replacement is taken offline, this bypass card automatically reroutes the FC connections that would normally pass through that component. This ensures that the data paths to and from the storage array remain active and uninterrupted, allowing servers connected to the Symmetrix system to continue accessing their storage without any perceived downtime. This non-disruptive maintenance capability is essential in enterprise data centers where application uptime is paramount. The Direct Fibre Bypass Card allows for hot-swapping of other components, such as I/O modules or internal drives, without impacting ongoing operations. The EMC 202-001-900B is therefore a critical piece of hardware for ensuring the continuous operation and serviceability of the Symmetrix DMX3000 storage system, upholding its reputation for robust performance and unwavering availability.
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