39Y9323 - IBM EServer BladeCenter COPPER PASS-THRU Module - Blade Server I/O Module

Description

The IBM 39Y9323 EServer BladeCenter COPPER PASS-THRU Module is a specialized networking component designed to provide high-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for servers within the IBM BladeCenter environment. This module features fourteen ports that utilize copper cabling (such as SFP+ Direct Attach Copper cables) to establish direct connections between the BladeCenter servers and external network switches or infrastructure. Its primary role is to act as a simple, high-bandwidth conduit, passing network traffic directly from the servers to the network without performing any switching functions itself. This pass-thru module is an ideal solution for BladeCenter deployments that leverage copper cabling for their 10GbE network connections. It simplifies the network architecture by eliminating the need for an integrated switch within the chassis for copper uplinks, potentially reducing costs and complexity. The fourteen ports offer ample connectivity for multiple blade servers, ensuring that each server can achieve the high throughput required for demanding applications, data-intensive workloads, and virtualization environments. The IBM 39Y9323 is designed for straightforward installation as a plug-in module within the BladeCenter chassis, allowing for easy upgrades and maintenance. By providing direct, high-speed copper connectivity, it enables organizations to efficiently connect their blade servers to their existing 10GbE copper network infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and scalability for their data center operations.

Condition: Refurbished