The IBM System Storage SAN24B-4 Express (part number 249824E) is an 8-port SAN switch designed for mid-range storage networking environments. Each port supports 8.48 Gbps throughput, enabling aggregate bandwidth of up to 67.84 Gbps across all ports. This switch integrates with IBM System Storage arrays and supports heterogeneous SAN environments using standard Fibre Channel protocols. The compact form factor suits deployment in smaller data centers or branch office storage infrastructure where dedicated SAN switching is required without enterprise-class complexity.
Typical use cases include tiered storage consolidation, backup and replication networks, and departmental SAN expansion. The SAN24B-4 Express provides deterministic latency and lossless switching for mission-critical data I/O. Compatibility spans IBM storage systems and third-party arrays supporting 8 Gbps Fibre Channel. This unit has been tested and guaranteed to meet OEM specifications; available via quote from G5 Network Group.
