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Rectangular metal network switch module with multiple front ports

IBM

IBM 26R0888 QLogic BladeCenter 20-port 4Gb Fibre Channel switch

SKU CH-R1G0-0Y2XV

A 20-port 4 Gb Fibre Channel switch for BladeCenter SAN connectivity, supplied without SFP modules

  • 20-port Fibre Channel connectivity for high-density BladeCenter deployments
  • 4 Gb line-rate switching to consolidate storage traffic
  • New condition ensures full manufacturer specification compliance
  • IBM 26R0888 part number for exact BladeCenter compatibility

IBM 26R0888 QLogic BladeCenter Switch

The IBM 26R0888 is a 20-port 4Gb Fibre Channel switch module designed for BladeCenter chassis. It provides SAN connectivity for blade servers requiring Fibre Channel storage access. This unit ships without SFP transceivers. It suits administrators deploying or maintaining Fibre Channel fabrics within a BladeCenter enclosure.

Sustained Load Behaviour

The switch handles 20 ports of 4Gb Fibre Channel traffic within the BladeCenter midplane. Performance under sustained load depends on the SFP modules installed and the fabric configuration. Buyers needing higher port speeds or port counts should evaluate alternative switch modules. The unit is supplied new without transceivers.

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Price $81.99
Cheaper than about 82% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameIBM

Questions about this item

How loud does the 20-port 4Gb Fibre Channel switch get under continuous load?

The unit is supplied without SFP transceivers, so operational noise will depend on the modules you install and the BladeCenter chassis cooling.

Which SFP transceivers are required to activate the 20 ports on this switch?

You must supply 4Gb Fibre Channel SFPs; the switch ships with zero transceivers installed.

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