IBM 6415-HC7 DB620S 48 x SFP+ Ports + 4 x QSFP+ Ports 1U FC San Switch

Description

The IBM 6415-HC7, identified by the model DB620S, is a high-performance Fibre Channel (FC) SAN Switch engineered for enterprise storage area networks. This 1U rackmount switch provides a substantial number of connectivity options, featuring 48 ports that support SFP+ transceivers, typically operating at 16Gb/s, 8Gb/s, or 4Gb/s Fibre Channel speeds. These ports are ideal for connecting numerous servers and storage devices to the SAN fabric. In addition to the SFP+ ports, the switch includes 4 QSFP+ ports, which offer higher bandwidth connectivity, usually at 40Gb/s Fibre Channel. These QSFP+ ports can be used for uplinks to core switches, connections to high-performance storage arrays, or for other bandwidth-intensive requirements within the SAN. The combination of dense SFP+ ports and high-speed QSFP+ ports makes this switch a versatile component for building scalable and efficient storage networks. Designed for reliability and performance, the DB620S switch is a critical element in modern data centers, enabling robust and low-latency access to storage resources. It facilitates the consolidation of storage, improves data sharing, and enhances overall storage infrastructure efficiency. The IBM 6415-HC7 is a key component for organizations looking to build or expand their Fibre Channel SAN infrastructure.

Condition: Refurbished