IBM Ethernet Switch B48Y, 563022

The IBM Ethernet Switch B48Y (563022) is a high-density Layer 2/3 solution designed from the ground up for modern data center architectures. Featuring 48 ports of 1 GbE and an optional 4-port 10 GbE module, it provides a non-blocking switching fabric of 176 Gbps in a compact 1U form factor.

The B48Y excels in scalability through Brocade IronStack technology, allowing organizations to manage up to eight switches as a single logical entity. With hardware-based sFlow traffic monitoring and advanced security features, it provides real-time protection for mission-critical applications. The switch is built for high availability, featuring redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fans. It is an ideal choice for top-of-rack server connectivity, demanding enterprise workloads, and iSCSI storage networks.

Key Specifications:

• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Mbps + Optional 4 x 10 GbE SFP+.

• Performance: 176 Gbps throughput with 1.77 μs latency.

• Stacking: IronStack support for up to 8 switches.

• Features: Full Layer 3 functionality, sFlow, and industry-standard CLI.

• Redundancy: Modular hot-swap power and cooling modules included.