IBM Selling Entry Level 1U 16Gb FC Switch From Brocade

The IBM System Networking SAN24B-5 Switch is designed to meet the demands of virtualized, private cloud storage environments by delivering an entry-level switch with 16 Gbps FC technology and enterprise-class functionality.

The following SAN24B-5 features
enable flexibility and investment protection:

• Up to 16 Gbps with 12 to 24 ports in 1U form factor
• PoD capability for scaling from 12 to 24 ports in 12 port increments
• 2, 4, 8, or up to 16 Gbps on all ports, producing an aggregate up to 384 Gbps full-duplex throughput
• 16 Gbps optimized Inter-Switch Links (ISLs) with trunking of any eight ports for 128 Gbps ISL
• Exchange-based Dynamic Path Selection (DPS) optimizes fabric-wide performance and load balancing by automatically routing data to the most efficient and available path in the fabric
• Server connectivity and SAN scalability by offering dual functionality as either a full-fabric SAN switch or an NPIV-enabled Brocade Access Gateway

In addition to providing scalability, SAN24B-5 can address demanding reliability, availability, and serviceability requirements to help minimize downtime to support mission-critical cloud environments with:

• Simple configuration through EZSwitchSetup wizard
• Diagnostic Port (D-Port) feature for physical media diagnostic, troubleshooting, and verification services
• Resiliency with nondisruptive software upgrades and redundant power supply
• Streamlined deployment and troubleshooting time with dynamic fabric provisioning, critical monitoring, and advanced diagnostic features

In addition, a Universal FIPS kit for achieving FIPS 140-2 compliance for the 2498-R06 and 2498-F48 models is also offered.

Key prerequisites
The IBM Systems Networking SAN b-type switch family supports FC connectivity for servers and storage. SAN24B-5 supports all features and functions as indicated and require Fabric OS level 7.0.1, and later.

Planned availability date
May 4, 2012