Ibm Storage Networking San24B-6 Switch - IBM SAN24B-6 Product Manual

IBM Storage Networking SAN24B-6 Switch

This IBM® Redbooks® product guide describes the IBM Storage Networking SAN24B-6
switch.
Explosive data growth, coupled with user expectations of unlimited access from anywhere, at
any time, is pushing storage environments to the limit. To meet these dynamic business
demands, the network must evolve to improve speed, increase efficiency, and reduce costs.
Legacy infrastructures were not designed to support the performance requirements of
flash-based storage technology. A new approach to storage networking is required to unlock
the full capabilities of all-flash arrays. By treating the network as a strategic part of a storage
environment, organizations can maximize their productivity and efficiency, even as they
rapidly grow their environments.
The IBM Storage Networking SAN24B-6 switch provides exceptional value in an entry-level
switch, combining high-performance capabilities of 4, 8, 16, and 32 Gbps, point-and-click
simplicity, and enterprise-class functionality. The port speed capability is dependent on the
transceiver installed.
SAN24B-6 provides small to midsized data centers with low-cost access to industry-leading
Gen 5 and Gen 6 Fibre Channel technology, and the ability to start small and grow on
demand from 8 to 24 ports to support an evolving storage environment. In addition,
SAN24B-6 is easy to use and install, with a point-and-click user interface that simplifies
deployment and saves time.
Figure 1 shows the SAN24B-6 switch.
Figure 1 SAN24B-6 switch
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