Name: IBM Systems Storage B80 SAN Switch
Brand: Brocade
Price: 504.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Brocade 2498-B80 IBM Systems Storage B80 SAN Switch

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In Stock: 1
Manufacturer: Brocade
Model or Part: 2498-B80
Condition: Refurbished
Weight: 22.00lb

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Description

Overview

The IBM Systems Storage B80 SAN Switch, part number 2498-B80, is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch designed by Brocade for demanding data centre environments. It delivers reliable, low-latency connectivity for servers, storage arrays and virtualization platforms, enabling seamless scaling of block storage networks. With its compact 1U form factor, the B80 provides a cost-effective solution for both new deployments and upgrades of existing SAN infrastructures.

Key Features

16 ports of 8 Gbps Fibre Channel for fast data movement
Non-blocking architecture ensures consistent performance under load
Advanced fabric management with Brocade Network Advisor integration
Redundant power supplies and hot-swap fan modules for high availability
Support for zoning, trunking and fabric services to simplify administration
Secure authentication using CHAP and 802.1X

Technical Specifications

Model: 2498-B80
Form factor: 1U rack-mount
Port type: LC duplex, 8 Gbps Fibre Channel
Number of ports: 16
Power: Dual redundant AC inputs, 100 to 240 V
Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
Dimensions: 1.75 in height, 17.5 in width, 14.5 in depth
Management interfaces: Ethernet 10/100/1000, CLI, Web GUI

Applications

The B80 SAN Switch is ideal for:

Enterprise data centres requiring high-speed block storage connectivity
Virtualized environments where multiple hosts share storage resources
Backup and disaster recovery solutions that need reliable, low-latency links
Mid-size to large organizations consolidating storage traffic onto a single fabric
Environments that demand easy scalability and future-proofing for higher bandwidth upgrades

By delivering robust performance, advanced management tools and resilient hardware, the IBM Systems Storage B80 SAN Switch helps IT teams maximize storage efficiency while reducing operational complexity.