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Sun SANBOX-8 SANbox 8 x Port Fibre Channel Switch
- 8 x Fibre Channel ports for SAN connectivity
- Supports 1Gbps, 2Gbps, and 4Gbps Fibre Channel speeds
- Enables efficient data transfer between servers and storage arrays
- Provides basic SAN switching and fabric services
- Designed for small to medium-sized storage environments
- Offers a cost-effective solution for SAN deployment
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Fibre Channel Switch
- Number of Ports
- 8
- Port Type
- Fibre Channel
- Speed
- 1/2/4 Gbps
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Manufacturer
- Sun Microsystems
Product details
The Sun SANBOX-8 is an 8-port Fibre Channel switch designed for Storage Area Networks (SANs). It provides connectivity and management for enterprise storage devices.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
| Number of Ports | 8 |
| Port Type | Fibre Channel |
Additional Specifications
| Speed | 1/2/4 Gbps |
| Form Factor | Rackmount |
| Manufacturer | Sun Microsystems |
Description
The Sun SANBOX-8, identified by SKU SANBOX-8, is a dedicated Fibre Channel switch engineered to facilitate robust connectivity within Storage Area Networks (SANs). With its eight Fibre Channel ports, it serves as a central hub, enabling multiple servers to access shared storage resources efficiently. This switch is designed to support a range of Fibre Channel speeds, including 1Gbps, 2Gbps, and 4Gbps, offering flexibility for different performance requirements and existing infrastructure. The SANBOX-8 provides essential fabric services, ensuring reliable data flow and communication between hosts and storage devices. It is particularly well-suited for small to medium-sized business environments where a straightforward and cost-effective SAN solution is required. The switch simplifies the management of storage connectivity, reducing complexity and improving the overall accessibility and performance of storage resources. By offering a dedicated pathway for storage traffic, the Sun SANBOX-8 helps to offload storage I/O from the main Ethernet network, thereby enhancing the performance of both the network and the storage subsystem. Its compact form factor and straightforward deployment make it an accessible entry point into SAN technology for organizations looking to consolidate and centralize their storage infrastructure.
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