Brand: IBM / Lenovo (QLogic) · SKU: 44X1905 · MPN: 44X1905 · Category: Networking
The IBM/Lenovo 44X1905 is a QLogic 20-port 8 Gb SAN Switch Module designed for the IBM BladeCenter chassis. It allows integration with any open standards-based Storage Area Network (SAN), offering high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity to the blade servers. It supports full-fabric functionality or transparent switching via Intelligent Pass-thru mode. Key features include 8 Gb Fibre Channel data transfer rate, 20 total ports (14 internal/midplane ports for server connectivity and six external/SFP enabled ports for target or fabric connectivity), and interoperability with existing SAN fabrics using N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) standard. It supports 2 Gb, 4 Gb, and 8 Gb speeds and is managed via QLogic QuickTools GUI. This module is designed to enable scalability in SAN size and complexity while maintaining ease of management for small to enterprise-level customers integrating BladeCenter into their infrastructure.
| Mode | Full Fabric or Intelligent Pass-thru |
|---|---|
| Technology | QLogic, N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) |
| Total Ports | 20 |
| Compatibility | IBM BladeCenter |
| External Ports | 6 (SFP enabled) |
| Internal Ports | 14 |
| Data Link Protocol | 8Gb Fibre Channel |
| Data Transfer Rate | 8 Gbps (supports 2 Gb, 4 Gb) |
| Warranty | Varies by seller (New/Refurbished status dependent) |
| Weight | N/A |
| Dimensions | Plug-in Module Form Factor |
The 44X1905 is a QLogic 20-port 8 Gb SAN Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter, offering high-speed, standards-based Fibre Channel connectivity. It allows seamless integration into existing or new SAN infrastructures, supporting 2, 4, and 8 Gb speeds. It features 14 internal server ports and 6 external fabric ports, designed to scale SAN size without increasing management complexity through features like Intelligent Pass-thru mode.
Yes, this QLogic 20-port 8 Gb SAN Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter (44X1905) is 100% genuine IBM / Lenovo (QLogic) hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This QLogic 20-port 8 Gb SAN Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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