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IBM 1455-48E G8052 48x 1GbE 4x 10GbE SFP+ Blade Rack Switch
- 48 x 1GbE (Gigabit Ethernet) ports
- 4 x 10GbE SFP+ ports for high-speed uplinks
- Layer 2 switching with Layer 3 Lite capabilities
- Designed for server access and aggregation in data centers
- Supports VLANs, QoS, and Link Aggregation
- High throughput and low latency
- 1U rackmount form factor
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Product Overview
The IBM 1455-48E G8052 is a high-performance rack switch designed for enterprise environments. It features 48 x 1GbE ports and 4 x 10GbE SFP+ ports, providing a balance of high-density access and high-speed uplinks.
Technical Information
| Model | 1455-48E (G8052) |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
| Port Configuration | 48 x 1GbE + 4 x 10GbE SFP+ |
| Switching Layer | Layer 2 (with Layer 3 Lite) |
Additional Specifications
| Uplink Speed | 10Gbps per SFP+ port |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| Power Supply | Redundant (optional) |
Product Description
The IBM 1455-48E, identified by its G8052 model designation, is a robust Layer 2 switch engineered for demanding enterprise data center and network aggregation needs. It offers a dense configuration of 48 Gigabit Ethernet (1GbE) ports, providing ample connectivity for servers, workstations, and other end devices requiring high-speed access. This makes it an ideal choice for environments where a large number of connections are necessary, such as server farms or large office deployments. To support high-performance networking and prevent bottlenecks, the switch is equipped with four 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) SFP+ uplink ports. These ports allow for rapid connections to core switches, routers, or high-bandwidth storage devices, ensuring that data can be aggregated and distributed efficiently. The SFP+ interface provides flexibility, enabling the use of various transceivers for different fiber or copper cabling requirements. The 1455-48E provides essential Layer 2 switching functionalities, including support for VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks) for network segmentation, Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization, and Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) for increased bandwidth and redundancy. While primarily a Layer 2 device, it often includes 'Layer 3 Lite' features for basic routing capabilities. Its 1U rackmount design ensures it fits seamlessly into standard server racks, optimizing space utilization within the data center.
