IBM Storage Networking SAN384C-6 Multilayer Director
Next-generation, director-class SAN switch
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Overview:
IBM Storage Networking SAN384C-6 is a director class SAN switch with up to 384 Fibre Channel ports at 32 Gbps.
IBM Storage Networking SAN384C-6 Multilayer Director enables enterprise clouds for business transformation. By adding enterprise connectivity options that support FICON, SAN384C-6 delivers a high-performing and reliable FICON infrastructure designed to support fast and scalable IBM Z® systems servers. Sharing the same operating system and management interface with other IBM Storage Networking c-type switches, IBM SAN384C-6 enables seamless deployment of unified fabrics with high-performance FC connectivity to achieve low total cost of ownership.
Highlights
- Help future-proof the data center for cloud and big data
- Scale up to 384 32-Gbps FC ports
- Enable scalable SAN extension deployments
- Support IBM z Systems FICON and Fibre Channel environments
- Combine large-scale storage networks and multiple storage protocols
- Attain high availability with fully redundant components
- Achieve high SAN performance
- Use 48-port 32-Gbps FC switching modules
- Benefit from virtual SAN technology and access control lists
Features:
Lowers TCO with SAN consolidation
To meet scalability needs and control total cost of ownership, the SAN384C-6 enables organizations to consolidate data into fewer, larger, and easier-to-manage SANs, reducing hardware footprint and lowering both capital and operational costs.
Leverages IBM Storage Networking c-type family components
IBM Storage Networking SAN384C-6 uses the same OS and management interface as other c-type switches, enabling seamless fabric deployment with high-performance Fibre Channel, FICON, and FCIP. Its 48-port 32-Gbps module provides high performance and advanced features for scalable, virtualized data-center environments.
Provides enterprise-class availability
IBM Storage Networking c-type software architecture delivers high availability with redundant supervisor, fabric, power, and cooling components, and is designed for near-continuous operation.
Transforms businesses with enterprise cloud deployment
SAN384C-6 offers scalable, pay-as-you-grow expansion, strong multi-tenant security, predictable high performance for strict SLAs, resilient no-downtime connectivity, and advanced traffic management like QoS to efficiently allocate network resources for cloud applications.
Simplifies IT management
SAN384C-6 supports three main management modes: the c-type family CLI, DCNM, and third-party tool integration. Its streamlined CLI offers wide management control with a consistent, efficient interface suited for enterprise administrators.
Supports robust security
The SAN384C-6 and its 48-port 32-Gbps line card provide a strong security framework to protect sensitive data in enterprise storage networks. It uses intelligent packet inspection at the port level and applies ACLs for hardware-enforced zones, VSANs, and advanced port security features.
Offers advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting tools
SAN384C-6 offers proactive diagnostics for connectivity and latency, along with port- and flow-based statistics for performance analysis and SLA tracking. Its integrated Call Home feature enhances reliability, speeds issue resolution, and helps reduce service costs.
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Specifications:
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| Model | 8978-E08 |
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| Hot-swappable components | Power supplies, fan modules, small form-factor pluggables, supervisor modules, fabric modules |
| Warranty | One year IBM On-Site Limited, 24×7 same-day maintenance; service options available |
| Optional features | 48-port 32Gbps FC Module and 16G SW Bundle (#AJL2), 48-port 32Gbps FC Switching Module (#AJL4), 24/10-port SAN Extension Module (#AJL5), SAN384C-6 Fabric-1 Switching Module (#AJKE), Enterprise Package (#AJJ9), DCNM SAN Advanced Edition (#AJJA), Mainframe Package (#AJJB), 3000W AC power supply (#AJKF), small form-factor pluggables, fans, AJN6 Supervisor-4 Module, AJNB Fabric-3 Module |
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| Recycling parts | IBM does not recommend battery removal; use IBM Product Collection and Recycling Take Back Programs |
Documentation:
Download the IBM Storage Networking SAN384C-6 Multilayer Director (.PDF)
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