IBM RackSwitch G8000 Manual

IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000
IBM Redbooks Product Guide
IBM® System Networking RackSwitch™ G8000 (Figure 1) is a top-of-rack (TOR) switch that delivers
unmatched line-rate Layer 2/3 performance at a very attractive price. The G8000 is prepared for network
virtualization, airflow to match server racks, and low power consumption, making it an ideal choice for the
next-generation data centers. It has forty-four 1GbE RJ45 ports, four 1G SFP ports, and standard
redundant power supplies along with up to four optional 10GbE SFP+ or CX4 ports. Unlike most rack
equipment that cools from side to side, the IBM RackSwitch G8000 has rear-to-front airflow or
front-to-rear that matches server airflow.
Figure 1. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000
Did you know?
The IBM RackSwitch G8000 comes standard with redundant power supplies and 2-post rail kits.

The IBM RackSwitch G8000 is designed specifically for the data center environment: airflow,

high-availability hardware and software features, rich layer 2/3 functionality, and ease of
management.
IBM VMready® switch-resident software reduces the complexity of configuring and managing virtual

machines throughout the network.
IBM Networking Operating System (Networking OS) software features deliver seamless,

standards-based integration into existing upstream switches.
The IBM RackSwitch G8000 supports stacking for up to six switches using a single switch image and

configuration file that shares one IP address and one management interface.
IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000
®
1