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46C9303 - IBM Brocade 20-Port 8 Gigabit San Switch for Bladecenter
- 20 External Ports
- 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Speed
- Designed for IBM BladeCenter
- SAN Switch Module
- High-Speed Storage Connectivity
- Supports Storage Area Networks (SANs)
- Brocade Technology
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- SAN Switch Module
- Brand
- IBM
- Part Number
- 46C9303
- Switch Technology
- Brocade
- Port Speed
- 8Gb/s Fibre Channel
- Number of External Ports
- 20
Product details
The IBM 46C9303 is a Brocade 8Gb/s SAN Switch Module for the IBM BladeCenter. It provides 20 external ports, facilitating high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity for storage area networks.
Technical Information
| Product Type | SAN Switch Module |
| Brand | IBM |
| Part Number | 46C9303 |
| Switch Technology | Brocade |
Additional Specifications
| Port Speed | 8Gb/s Fibre Channel |
| Number of External Ports | 20 |
| Chassis Compatibility | IBM BladeCenter |
Description
The IBM 46C9303 is a robust Storage Area Network (SAN) switch module designed to enhance the connectivity and performance of storage solutions within the IBM BladeCenter. Built on Brocade's advanced Fibre Channel technology, this module offers 20 external 8Gb/s ports, providing a high-speed pathway for servers to access shared storage resources. This module is crucial for establishing a high-performance SAN environment within the BladeCenter chassis. The 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speed ensures rapid data transfer, supporting demanding applications and large-scale data operations. Its integration into the BladeCenter simplifies network infrastructure, reduces the number of physical connections, and streamlines management of the storage network. With 20 external ports, the 46C9303 provides significant flexibility for connecting to various storage arrays and SAN fabrics. It is engineered for reliability and performance, making it a suitable choice for enterprise-level storage deployments. This SAN switch module is a vital component for organizations seeking to optimize their BladeCenter-based storage infrastructure.
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