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IBM 42C1828 20 x Ports 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module for BladeCenter
- 20 x 8 Gigabit Fibre Channel ports
- SAN Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter
- High-performance storage connectivity
- Designed for blade server environments
- Enables efficient SAN expansion
- Supports critical storage area network requirements
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Product Overview
The IBM 42C1828 is a SAN Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter, equipped with 20 x ports running at 8 Gigabit Fibre Channel speed. It is designed to deliver high-performance storage connectivity for blade servers.
Technical Information
| Product Type | SAN Switch Module |
| Model | 42C1828 |
| Ports | 20 x 8 Gigabit Fibre Channel |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Blade Module |
| Brand | IBM |
Product Description
The IBM 42C1828 is a high-performance SAN Switch Module specifically designed for deployment within IBM BladeCenter chassis. It features 20 ports, each capable of 8 Gigabit Fibre Channel connectivity, providing a high-speed and reliable pathway for blade servers to access storage area networks. This module is essential for environments that require efficient and robust storage I/O for critical applications and data-intensive workloads. By integrating the 42C1828 into the BladeCenter, organizations can consolidate their SAN infrastructure, reduce physical footprint, and simplify cabling. The 8Gb/s speed ensures that storage performance is optimized, supporting demanding applications such as databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing. This module plays a vital role in ensuring data availability and integrity. This SAN switch module is engineered to meet the stringent demands of enterprise storage networking. Its seamless integration with the BladeCenter platform allows for streamlined management and deployment, enabling IT administrators to effectively provision and manage storage resources for their blade server environment.
