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IBM 32R1836 20 x Ports 4Gb Fibre Channel Switch Module EServer BladeCenter
- 20 x Ports
- 4Gb Fibre Channel speed
- Designed for IBM BladeCenter EServer
- Enables SAN connectivity for blade servers
- High-performance storage access
- Module form factor for blade chassis integration
- Supports advanced Fibre Channel features
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Product Overview
The IBM 32R1836 is a 20-port 4Gb Fibre Channel Switch Module designed for the IBM BladeCenter EServer. It provides high-speed, reliable connectivity for blade servers to storage area networks (SANs). This module enables efficient storage access and management within a blade chassis.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch Module |
| Number of Ports | 20 |
| Interface Speed | 4Gb |
Additional Specifications
| Chassis Compatibility | IBM BladeCenter EServer |
| Brand | IBM |
Product Description
The IBM 32R1836 is a high-density Fibre Channel switch module specifically engineered for deployment within the IBM BladeCenter EServer. It offers twenty ports operating at 4Gb/s, providing substantial bandwidth for blade servers to connect to external storage area networks (SANs). This module is crucial for environments that require robust and scalable storage connectivity for their blade infrastructure, ensuring that each server can access storage resources efficiently. This module integrates seamlessly into the BladeCenter chassis, simplifying management and reducing the physical footprint compared to traditional rack-mounted switches. The 4Gb Fibre Channel technology ensures high-speed data transfers, which is essential for performance-intensive applications, database operations, and virtualization environments. It supports advanced Fibre Channel features, contributing to the reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS) of the storage network. By providing direct SAN connectivity for blade servers, the IBM 32R1836 enhances storage utilization and simplifies network architecture. It allows for centralized management of storage access policies and security, further streamlining IT operations. This module is a critical component for organizations looking to maximize the performance and efficiency of their blade server deployments.
