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49Y4273 - IBM Flex System Fabric EN4093 10GB Scalable Switch Module
- 14 x 10GbE SFP+ ports
- 2 x QSFP+ ports (40GbE)
- Scalable fabric switch
- Designed for IBM PureFlex/Flex System
- High throughput and low latency
- Supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features
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Key specifications
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- Ethernet Switch
- Ports
- 14 x 10GbE SFP+ + 2 x 40GbE QSFP+
- Switching Capacity
- Up to 560 Gbps
- Form Factor
- Blade Module
- Chassis Compatibility
- IBM PureFlex / Flex System
- Brand
- IBM
Product details
The IBM 49Y4273 FlexSystem EN4093 is a scalable fabric switch designed for high-performance networking within IBM PureFlex and Flex System environments. It provides high-speed Ethernet connectivity with support for 10GbE and 40GbE interfaces.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Ports | 14 x 10GbE SFP+ + 2 x 40GbE QSFP+ |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 560 Gbps |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Blade Module |
| Chassis Compatibility | IBM PureFlex / Flex System |
| Brand | IBM |
Description
The IBM 49Y4273 is a Flex System EN4093 Scalable Fabric Switch, a high-performance networking module designed for integration into IBM's PureFlex and Flex System infrastructure. This switch provides a robust foundation for enterprise data center networks, offering a combination of 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) and 40 Gigabit Ethernet (40GbE) connectivity. It features 14 ports that support 10GbE via SFP+ transceivers and two QSFP+ ports, which can operate at 40GbE or be broken out into 4x10GbE connections, offering significant flexibility and bandwidth. This switch is engineered to deliver high throughput and low latency, making it suitable for demanding workloads such as high-performance computing (HPC), large-scale virtualization, and high-frequency trading environments. Its scalable fabric architecture allows for efficient network design and expansion within the Flex System chassis. The EN4093 supports advanced Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing capabilities, enabling sophisticated network segmentation, traffic management, and policy enforcement. As a blade module, the IBM 49Y4273 is designed for easy installation and hot-swapping within compatible IBM Flex System chassis, simplifying deployment and maintenance. It plays a critical role in providing high-speed, reliable network connectivity for compute nodes and storage within the converged infrastructure, contributing to the overall agility and efficiency of the data center. The combination of dense 10GbE ports and high-capacity 40GbE uplinks makes it a versatile solution for various network topologies.
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