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BNT 1/10Gb Uplink Ethernet Switch Module for IBM

90Gbps

20 x 1Gbps
3 x 10Gbps

Copper
Fiber

29 Watts

Future-proof your data center infrastructure with six 1 Gigabit Ethernet ports and three 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports for IBM BladeCenter.

BNT 1/10Gb Uplink ESM
(SFP+ transceivers not included)

Choose this switch:

Investment protection with support for 1 Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
Improve application availability and boost application performance
Enhance application and server security with network virtualization
Simplify server deployments and dynamic server virtualization using SmartConnect with VMready
Simple network management with a single IP and single configuration file for up to 8 switches in a SmartConnect

50% of IT organizations are evaluating 10Gb Ethernet, and using blades has significant advantages. The BNT 1/10Gb switch delivers an easier transition from 1G to 10G.

Features	Benefits
Virtual	Support for BLADE's SmartConnect with VMready software will provide network virtualization: grouping and stacking, network mobility, NMotion, plus automatic discovery and configuration for virtual machines.
Cooler	Consumes up to less power than external 1U switches and up to 33% less than some competitors' 10G uplink blade switches.* Industry leading performance per watt
Easier	Reduces cable clutter (no cables from server to switch). Supports multiple CLIs: allows IT staff to select the CLI they are most comfortable with. Integrates seamlessly with 3rd party switches. Stacking - ideal for those wanting 1G or 10G
Performance	No over subscription - leveraging 10G uplinks Lower latency than Cisco 3110X Up to 2 times more maximum bi-directional throughput Large L2 forwarding table and Layer 3 functions OSPF and BGP
Cost of Ownership	Outstanding price/performance versus external switches. Up to 65% savings compared to Cisco 3110X 10G uplink 28-58% less than a Cisco 1G only switch (3110G) SFP+ Direct Attach Cables can save up to 85% vs. 10G transceivers cost.

* Based on estimated 45 watts for the Cisco 3110X
** U.S. IBM web pricing.

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