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IBM FC-3035 48 x Ports 16GB SAN Blade for SAN Director 2499-416
- 48 x 16Gb Fibre Channel (FC) ports
- Designed for IBM SAN Director 2499-416
- Provides high-speed SAN connectivity
- Supports up to 16 Gbps per port
- Enables numerous server-to-storage connections
- High-density port count for large environments
- Leverages Fibre Channel protocol for reliable data transfer
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Product Overview
The IBM FC-3035 is a 48-port 16Gb Fibre Channel (FC) SAN Blade. It is designed for integration into IBM SAN Director 2499-416 chassis, providing high-speed connectivity for storage area networks. This blade enables numerous servers to connect to storage devices over a robust and reliable FC infrastructure.
Technical Information
| Product Type | SAN Blade |
| Ports | 48 x 16Gb Fibre Channel |
| Chassis Compatibility | IBM SAN Director 2499-416 |
Additional Specifications
| Data Transfer Rate | 16 Gbps per port |
| Protocol | Fibre Channel (FC) |
| Form Factor | Blade |
Product Description
The IBM FC-3035 is a high-performance Storage Area Network (SAN) blade module specifically engineered for deployment within the IBM SAN Director 2499-416 chassis. This blade is equipped with an impressive 48 ports, each capable of operating at a data transfer rate of 16 Gigabits per second (Gbps) over the Fibre Channel (FC) protocol. This high port density and speed make it an ideal solution for large-scale enterprise environments requiring extensive connectivity between servers and storage arrays. By utilizing the robust and reliable Fibre Channel protocol, the FC-3035 ensures efficient and low-latency data transmission, which is critical for demanding applications such as databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing. The 16Gbps speed per port provides ample bandwidth to handle the I/O requirements of modern servers and high-speed storage devices, minimizing bottlenecks and maximizing application performance. This SAN blade is a key component for building scalable and resilient storage infrastructures. Its integration into the SAN Director chassis allows for centralized management and high availability, ensuring that storage resources are consistently accessible to connected servers. The IBM FC-3035 is designed to meet the rigorous demands of enterprise data centers, offering a powerful solution for consolidating and managing storage resources effectively.
