Force10 Networks is the pioneer in resilient Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet switching and routing. The Force10 E-600 switch/router provides best-in-class resiliency, unmatched scalability, line-rate performance, and full L2 switching and L3 routing. Based on revolutionary system architecture that combines fully distributed hardware and modular software, the E-600 switch/router ensures predictable application performance, increase network availability, and reduces operating costs.

Server Connectivity Module for BladeCenter is an Ethernet SCM designed to meet the requirements of small and medium business (SMB) clients. Configuration and management of the SCM is easy and intuitive for a server administrator who may have limited networking skills and knowledge. SMB clients often have simple network infrastructure requirements or have limited on-site networking skills. The configuration and management of the SCM for BladeCenter features an intuitive GUI for easy configuration and management. The networking features are designed so that an improperly configured device cannot disrupt the network infrastructure. The SCM is also ideal for those clients who prefer a separation between the server and networking domains. It delivers special features that limit control of certain networking functions from the module itself. While some of this network partitioning can be addressed with the IBM pass-thru modules, certain current and future chassis management requirements are not enabled with the pass-thru modules such as Serial over LAN (SoL). The SCM supports SoL and future chassis management features. Similar to the pass-thru modules, the SCM will not have regular feature updates through firmware upgrades.

This IBM TotalStorage SAN Switch option is designed for entry-level SAN applications with eight Fiber Channel ports, four shortwave fiber optic transceivers, a single fixed power supply, rack-mounted Power Distribution Unit jumper cord and fans in 1U rack height. The base switch function supports one connection to one other IBM TotalStorage SAN Switch in a two-switch fabric, as well as support for optional full-fabric activation. It is designed to deliver next-generation performance and function for Fiber Channel storage area networks.

This IBM TotalStorage SAN Switch option is designed for mid-range and small to medium business (SMB) SAN applications with 16 Fiber Channel ports, eight shortwave fiber optic transceivers, dual fixed power supplies, two rack-mounted power distribution unit jumper cords and fans in 1U rack height. The base H16 SAN Switch includes Fabric Watch, an intelligent fabric monitor, to help improve performance, identify and isolate potential faults to optimize fabric-wide performance. The base H16 switch function supports connection to other IBM TotalStorage SAN switches in a four-switch fabric plus support for optional full-fabric activation. It is designed to deliver next-generation performance and function for Fiber Channel storage area networks.