IBM B24X manual Interoperating in existing network environments

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Interoperating in existing network environments

The IBM Ethernet Switch B24X interoperates seamlessly in existing network environments utilizing standards-based protocols. IBM Ethernet Switch B24X leverages the proven IronWare Operating System with an industry-standard CLI so network administrators can utilize their existing skill sets.

Figure 8 shows an example of the B24X used as an access and aggregation switch.

Figure 8. IBM Ethernet Switch B24X connecting to the network infrastructure

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Contents Did you know IBM Ethernet Switch B24XPart number information Description Part number Feature codeDescription IBM part number Description Part NumberSFP+/SFP optical transceiver Receives duplex LC connectors Description IBM part IBM feature Number CodeGbE Direct Attach SFP+ TwinAx cable Features and benefitsSpecifications IBM Ethernet Switch B24X TACACS+ Connectivity options IBM Ethernet Switch B24X front view with port labelingConnectivity to IBM System servers On the B24X On the device to be connectedConnectivity to IBM BladeCenter System Rack Tower Server Adapter ModelsPorts Popular configurationsBladeCenter Ethernet Ext Switch Module models GbE Top of Rack switch See for additional details Other vendor servers can be used Network device connections IBM Ethernet Switch B24X device connections10GBASE-SR SFP+ Part number Description Quantity Reference Machine typeInteroperating in existing network environments Part number Description Quantity Power supplies and fansNetwork cabling requirements InstallationRelated links Copyright License Trademarks