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Note: 2nd switch module is optional
1 Gbps or
100 Mbps links
10/100 Mbps
100Mbps links
Each blade server has two independent Ethernet controllers, each with its own MAC address and a dedicated
The management module has a separate internal
A typical, preferred BladeCenter network topology is shown in the following illustration. See the IBM Eserver BladeCenter Planning and Installation Guide for more information and other topologies and guidelines.
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