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Use a low-cost, high- perfor mance platform to enable flash-r eady solutions for the business Highlights

  • ● ●● Meet the high-thr oughput, low-la tency demands of critical applications with flash-ready performance
  • ● ●● Scale on demand, from 8 to 24 ports, to connect additional devices as needed
  • ● ●● Deliver 4, 8, 16 or 32 Gigabits per second (Gbps) port bandwidth for increased performance on demand
  • ● ●● Simplify deployment and reduce install time with a point-a nd- click user interface
  • ● ●● Automatically discover and recover from common networking problems
  • ● ●● Proactively monitor and optimise the health and performance of individual VMs
  • ● ●● Simplify administration, resolve problems, increase uptime and help reduce costs using Fabric Vision technology. Explosive data growth, coupled with user expectations of unlimited access from anywhere, at any time, is pushing storage environments to the limit. T o 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-f lash arrays. By treating the network as a strategic part of a storage environment, organisations can maximise 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 centres (DCs) with low- cost access to leading-edge Gen 6 FC 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.

configuration times with as few as three steps. response time and scalability needed for next-generation DCs. Fabric Vision data sheet1 and IBM Redbooks product guide. Figure 1. The IBM Storage Networking SAN24B- 6 switch.

Rely on the network that delivers always- on business operations IBM b-type Gen 5 and Gen 6 technologies leverage a rich heritage of FC innovation to deliver leading-edge reliability for the world’s most demanding DCs. IBM b-type Fabric V ision technology provides a breakthrough hardware and software solution that helps organisations simplify monitoring, maximise network availability and gain insight into issues to speed resolution and meet critical service level agreements (SLAs). VM Insight is the newest feature in Fabric Vision technology, enabling proactive visibility into the health and performance of individual VMs with integrated sensors. Using this capability, administrators can quickly identify abnormal VM behaviours to facilitate troubleshooting and fault isolation, helping to ensure maximum performance and operational stability. Forward error correction (FEC) capabilities further increase resiliency by automatically detecting and recovering network transmission errors. T o ensure predictable performance prior to deployment, organisations can validate infrastructure with ClearLink Diagnostics and Flow Generator features. Simplified management and robust network analytics Fabric Vision technology provides unprecedented insight and visibility across the storage network, with powerful integrated monitoring, management and diagnostic capabilities. These innovative features enable administrators to avoid problems before they impact operations, helping organisations meet SLAs. Fabric Vision technology includes VM Insight, Monitoring and Alerting Policy Suite (MAPS), Fabric Performance Impact (FPI) Monitoring, dashboards, Configuration and Operational Monitoring Policy Automation Services Suite (COMPASS), ClearLink Diagnostics, Flow Vision, FEC and Credit Loss Recovery. For additional information about the aforementioned capabilities, please review the Fabric Vision technology IBM Redbooks product guide.2 IBM Network Advisor IBM Network Advisor is an optional software management tool that provides an enhanced user interface and additional capabilities to simplify b-type FC management, helping organisations proactively diagnose and resolve issues to maximise uptime, increase operational efficiency and reduce costs. The wizard-driven interface dramatically reduces deployment and configuration times by allowing fabrics, switches and ports to be managed as groups. Customisable dashboards graphically display performance and health indicators out of the box, including all data captured using Fabric Vision technology. For further information, please refer to the IBM Network Advisor datasheet3 and IBM Redbooks product guide.4 Access Gateway mode SAN24B-6 can be deployed as a full- fabric switch or as an Access Gateway, which simplifies fabric topologies and heterogeneous fabric connectivity (the default mode setting is a switch). Access Gateway mode utilises N_Port ID virtualisation (NPIV) switch standards to present physical and virtual servers directly to the core of storage area network (SAN) fabrics. This makes a switch in Access Gateway mode transparent to the SAN fabric, greatly reducing management of the overall storage network. SAN24B-6 in Access Gateway mode can connect servers to SAN fabrics that are NPIV-enabled. Maximising investments T o help optimise technology investments, IBM and its partners offer complete solutions that include professional services, technical support and education.

IBM Storage Networking SAN24B- 6 switch at a glance Product number 8960-F24 Hot-swap components Small form- factor pluggables (SFPs) Warranty One- year; customer- replaceable unit (CRU) and on-site, 9×5 next-business-day response; warranty service upgrades are available Port speed 4, 8 and 16 Gbps when using 16 Gbps small form- factor pluggable (SFP+) transceivers 8, 16 and 32 Gbps when using 32 Gbps SFP+ transceivers Optional

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Please refer to the SAN24B- 6 Redbooks Product Guide to review most current optional features Size Width: 42.88 cm (16.88 in.) Height: 4.29 cm (1.69 in.) Depth: 30.66 cm (12.07 in.) Weight 5.76 kg (12.65 lb) with one integrated power supply, without transceivers Why IBM? High-speed optical storage networking has long been out of reach for small and midsized enterprises. IBM can help growing businesses with an affordable, flexible, flash-ready switch solution. The new IBM Storage Networking SAN24B-6 switch delivers uncompromising speed for critical environments, with capabilities that can be expanded with the innovative POD capability. For more information T o learn more about the IBM Storage Networking SAN24B-6 switch, please contact your IBM representative or IBM Business Partner (BP), or visit: ibm.com/us-en/marketplace/san24b-6 Additionally, IBM Global Financing provides numerous payment options to help you acquire the technology you need to grow your business. We provide full lifecycle management of IT products and services, from acquisition to disposition. For more information, visit: ibm.com/financing IBM United Kingdom Limited PO Box 41 North Harbour Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 3AU United Kingdom IBM Ireland Limited Oldbrook House 24-32 Pembroke Road Dublin 4 IBM Ireland Limited registered in Ireland under company number 16226. The IBM home page can be found at ibm.com IBM, the IBM logo, ibm.com and Redbooks are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. If these and other IBM trademarked terms are marked on their first occurrence in this information with a trademark symbol ( ® or ™), these symbols indicate U.S. registered or common law trademarks owned by IBM at the time this information was published. Such trademarks may also be registered or common law trademarks in other countries. A current list of IBM trademarks is available on the Web at ‘Copyright and trademark information’ at ibm.com/legal/copytrade.shtml Other company, product and service names may be trademarks, or service marks of others. References in this publication to IBM products, programs or services do not imply that IBM intends to make these available in all countries in which IBM operates. Any reference to an IBM product, program or service is not intended to imply that only IBM products, programs or services may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program or service may be used instead. IBM hardware products are manufactured from new parts, or new and used parts. In some cases, the hardware product may not be new and may have been previously installed. Regardless, IBM warranty terms apply. This publication is for general guidance only. Information is subject to change without notice. Please contact your local IBM sales office or reseller for latest information on IBM products and services. This publication contains non-IBM Internet addresses. IBM is not responsible for information found at these Web sites. IBM does not provide legal, accounting or audit advice or represent or warrant that its products or services ensure compliance with laws. Clients are responsible for compliance with applicable securities laws and regulations, including national laws and regulations. Photographs may show design models. © Copyright IBM Corporation 2017

1 Based on Brocade Global Support analysis of customer support issues

that have been escalated to Brocade. 2 Based on Brocade analysis of typical maintenance costs.

3 Based on a price comparison against competitors with tool for

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4 Access Gateway mode for SAN24B-6 is supported only in 24- port

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