Product Description
IBM 8634-F56 Storage Networking SAN56B-8
The IBM Storage Networking SAN56B-8 (machine type 8634-F56) is a high-performance, mid-range Gen 8 Fibre Channel switch designed for modern data centers. It supports ultra-high port speeds up to 128 Gbps with 56 128G SFP+ ports in a compact 1U form factor. This switch delivers exceptional bandwidth, ultra-low latency, and pay-as-you-grow scalability from 24 to 56 ports in 8-port increments via Ports on Demand. It includes enterprise-class features like in-flight compression/encryption, Fabric Vision monitoring, quantum-safe security, and AI-driven autonomy for mission-critical workloads and demanding applications.
Key Features
- Scalable Ports: Pay-as-you-grow from 24 to 56 ports in 8-port increments.
- Ultra-High Performance: 128 Gbps per port with ultra-low latency.
- Gen 8 Technology: Supports 128G SFP+ transceivers for next-generation Fibre Channel.
- Security and Efficiency: In-flight data compression, encryption, quantum-safe capabilities, and AI autonomy.
- Management and Monitoring: Fabric Vision for proactive diagnostics, optimization, and automated operations.
- Reliability: High-availability design with redundant components for mission-critical environments.
- Form Factor: Compact 1U rack-mount for space-efficient deployment.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Machine Type Model | 8634-F56 |
| Ports | 56 x 128G SFP+ (scalable from 24 to 56 in 8-port increments via Ports on Demand) |
| Supported Speeds | Up to 128 Gbps (with backward compatibility to lower generations) |
| Transceivers | 128G SFP+ |
| Switching Bandwidth | High-performance Gen 8 fabric (enterprise-class, ultra-low latency) |
| Form Factor | 1U rack-mount |
| Power Supply | Redundant, hot-swappable (high-availability design) |
| Warranty | 60 days |
This switch requires compatible 128G SFP+ transceivers and supports advanced SAN features like zoning, traffic isolation, ISL trunking, and integration with IBM Storage systems for FICON and open systems environments.
Compatibilities
The IBM Storage Networking SAN56B-8 (8634-F56) is compatible with:
- IBM Power Systems servers and storage arrays supporting Gen 8 Fibre Channel.
- IBM Z systems for FICON workloads.
- Various Fibre Channel HBAs, storage devices, and fabrics adhering to Gen 8 standards.
- Backward compatibility with previous generations (Gen 7/64G, Gen 6/32G, etc.) for mixed environments.
- IBM i, AIX, Linux on Power, and virtualized setups for flexible, high-performance SAN deployment.
- Brocade/IBM b-type SAN fabrics for seamless scalability and integration.
Experience ultra-high-speed, future-proof storage networking with this powerful Gen 8 switch optimized for AI-era demands and mission-critical enterprise storage.
IBM Storage SAN56B-8 Configuration includes:
| Feature Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 8634-F56 | IBM Storage Networking SAN56B-8 |
| 2693 | F56 24 x 128Gbps SW SFP Bundle PSI |
| 5811 | OM4 Cable LC/LC 8m (QTY=24) |
| AKCH | Standard S&H Indicator |
| ALH0 | IBM Storage Expert Care Indicator |
| ALJ5 | EC Basic 5 Year |
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