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IBM 46C3417 46C3417 - IBM RackSwitch G8000 10Gb Dual Port SFP+ XGE Uplink Module
- 10Gb Dual Port SFP+ Uplink Module.
- Designed for IBM BladeCenter chassis.
- Utilizes XGE (10 Gigabit Ethernet) technology.
- Provides high-speed network uplinks.
- Supports SFP+ transceivers for flexible connectivity.
- Enhances network performance for blade servers.
- Hot-swappable for serviceability.
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Product Overview
IBM 46C3417 is an IBM RackSwitch G8000 10Gb Dual Port SFP+ XGE Uplink Module. It provides high-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for the IBM BladeCenter chassis, serving as an uplink module to connect the chassis to the broader network infrastructure.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Uplink Module |
| Part Number | 46C3417 |
| Vendor | IBM |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | BladeCenter Module |
| Technology | 10Gb Ethernet (XGE) |
| Ports | 2 x SFP+ |
Product Description
The IBM 46C3417 is a high-performance 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) uplink module designed for the IBM BladeCenter chassis. This module, part of the IBM RackSwitch G8000 series, provides two SFP+ ports, enabling blade servers within the chassis to connect to the external network at blazing-fast 10Gbps speeds. It serves as a critical component for aggregating network traffic from multiple blade servers and providing high-bandwidth uplinks to the core network infrastructure. This module leverages the XGE standard for 10 Gigabit Ethernet, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of 10GbE network devices. The use of SFP+ (Small Form-Factor Pluggable Plus) ports offers flexibility, allowing administrators to choose the appropriate fiber optic or copper transceivers based on their specific network topology and distance requirements. This adaptability is crucial for optimizing network performance and ensuring seamless integration into existing data center environments. By incorporating the IBM 46C3417 module, organizations can significantly boost the network throughput for their blade server deployments. This is particularly important for bandwidth-intensive applications such as high-performance computing, storage networking, and large-scale virtualization. The module's hot-swappable design further enhances its value by allowing for installation or replacement without interrupting the operation of the BladeCenter chassis, ensuring continuous network availability.
