IBM BNT RackSwitch G8000DC, 7309CD8 Switch

The IBM BNT RackSwitch G8000DC (7309CD8) is a line-rate 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet switch specifically designed for data centers requiring DC power connectivity. With 44 fixed 10/100/1000 Mbps ports and 4 SFP+ 10 GbE ports, it provides a robust top-of-rack solution for high-density server environments.

The G8000DC is engineered for the era of virtualization. Its VMready feature simplifies virtual machine mobility by synchronizing network profiles across the fabric. The switch delivers a non-blocking throughput of 176 Gbps, ensuring that data-intensive applications perform at their peak. Furthermore, the G8000DC helps reduce the carbon footprint of the data center with its high-efficiency design, consuming only 120W of power. With advanced cooling options and the BLADEHarmony Manager for simplified large-scale orchestration, this switch is a reliable foundation for growing IT infrastructures.

Key Specifications:

• Performance: 176 Gbps switching fabric with ultra-low latency.

• Connectivity: 44 x 1GbE (RJ-45) + 4 x 10GbE (SFP+) uplink ports.

• Power: Optimized for DC power environments.

• Cooling: Variable speed fans with flexible airflow direction (Front-to-Rear/Rear-to-Front).

• Management: Industry-standard CLI and advanced management software support.