IBM Storage Networking SAN24B-7
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Overview:
An entry-level Gen 7 Fibre Channel switch combining performance capabilities of 8, 16, 32 and 64 Gbps with enterprise-class security and features
The IBM® SAN24B-7 delivers enterprise-class Fibre Channel (FC) speed, security, features and reliability at a lower price. Each switch port supports up to 64G FC performance, automated autonomous features and comes with all software licenses included, along with the IBM Expert Care warranty.
This entry-level SAN switch is designed for the data-driven data center, where uptime, scalability and cyber-resilience are essential. It's perfect for growing IT environments that use IBM FlashSystem® storage.
Highlights
Enable high-speed performance
Get up to twice the bandwidth (64G) and 50% lower latency than Gen 6 Fibre Channel.
Grow your SAN as needed
Scale port count (8–24 ports) with port on demand (PoD licenses) and port bandwidth (8, 16, 32 or 64G speed) through either 32G or 64G transceivers. Expand the SAN fabric by adding more switches.
Build a cyber-resilient storage network
Gen 7 b-type includes a hardened OS, secure boot and validated hardware or software root of trust to protect from evolving cyberthreats.
Simplify setup and management
Gen 7 features include self-learning, self-healing and self-optimizing capabilities to reduce administration and troubleshooting.
Features:
Use Cases
High-performance databases
Pair with FlashSystem storage array to power mission-critical databases and ERP systems with ultralow latency and 64G Fibre Channel.
Secure healthcare storage solutions
Ensure secure data solutions with FlashSystem storage, providing instant access to electronic health records while delivering continuous uptime and end-to-end SAN security.
Real-time analytics
Fuel AI and BI workloads with blazing fast NVMe-FC performance and lossless Fibre Channel networking.
64G Fibre Channel connectivity
Support up to 24 ports of 64G FC SFP+ with compatibility with an earlier version for 32G/16G (32G FC SFP+ also supports 16G/8G). It also enables high-speed connectivity for servers and FlashSystem 64G storage.
Low-latency switching
Delivers 460 ns switch latency (~50% less than previous generation). It also accelerates access to storage arrays to improve application response times and user experience.
ISL trunking
Supports frame-based trunking of up to 8 ports per trunk to deliver up to 512G aggregate bandwidth between Gen 7 switches. It also maximizes link usage, reduces bottlenecks and ensures high-speed, resilient interswitch connectivity.
Cybersecurity architecture
Integrates a hardened OS, secure boot, hardware or software root of trust, DH-CHAP, FCAP and port binding. It also protects against unauthorized access, firmware tampering and other cyberthreats, essential for regulatory compliance.
Advanced diagnostics and monitoring
Offers tools such as monitoring and alerting policy suite (MAPS), Flow Vision, ClearLink diagnostics and fabric performance impact notification (FPIN). It also reduces human error, simplifies management and minimizes downtime through proactive fault identification and resolution.
Scalable ports-on-demand architecture
Ships with 8 active ports with 64G or 32G SFP+ optics. It also reduces upfront costs, enables pay-as-you-grow scalability and supports flexible deployment strategies.
Benefits:
Specifications:
| Features | IBM SAN24B-4 / Brocade 300 (8G) | IBM SAN24B-5 / Brocade 6505 (16G) | IBM SAN24B-6 / Brocade G610 (32G) | IBM SAN24B-7 / Brocade G710 (64G) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Supported Speed | 8G | 16G | 32G | 64G |
| Latency (Local Switching) | 700 ns | <780 ns | <780 ns | 460 ns |
| Port Count | 24 ports | 24 ports | 24 ports | 24 ports |
| Typical Power | 57 Watts | 80 Watts | 77 Watts | 85 Watts |
| Trusted FOS, Secure Licensing | — | — | — | Included |
| Hardware-Based Root of Trust, Secure Boot, Secure Optics | — | — | — | Included |
| Forward Error Correction (FEC) | — | Increased transmission reliability | Included | Included |
| Fabric Vision | — | Optional | Optional | Included |
| ISL Trunking | Optional | Optional | Optional | Included |
| Extended Fabrics | Optional | Optional | Optional | Included |
| I/O Insight Latency Monitoring | — | — | — | Included, with NVMe metrics |
| VM Insight | — | — | VMID | VMID+ |
| Traffic Optimizer | — | — | — | Included |
| Congestion Management | — | — | — | Included |
| Expert Care Support | — | — | Included | Included |
Documentation:
Download the IBM Storage Networking SAN24B-7 (.PDF)
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