IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8264
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Table 4 compares the features of the IBM RackSwitch G8264 with the IBM RackSwitch G8264T.
Table 4. Comparison of the IBM RackSwitch G8264 and IBM RackSwitch G8264T features
IBM RackSwitch G8264
IBM RackSwitch G8264T
Port types
Based on SFP+
Based on 10GBase-T
Latency
Lower latency - 880 nanosecond
3.2 microseconds
Stacking
Yes
No
Typical power
Lower power - 330 watts
Competitive versus other 10GBase-T - 385W
Copper cable length
Up to 7m
Up to 100m
Total distance
Up to 40KM with Transceiver
Limited to 100m
TCO
Less than other SFP+
Lower TCO – for 100m and less
(based on adapter, cables and switch)
Warranty information
The IBM RackSwitch G8264 includes an IBM standard 3-year hardware warranty with Next Business
Day (NBD), 9x5, Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) warranty service. IBM also includes a 3-year
software warranty. IBM also reserves the right to provide new features as part of future software
releases. Software Upgrade Entitlement is based on the switch’s warranty or post warranty extension
and service contracts.
Features and specifications
Performance, hardware, and software features are described in the following lists.
Performance
100% Line rate performance
1280 Gbps non-blocking switching throughput (full duplex)
Latency: 880 ns
960 Mpps
Hardware features
IBM RackSwitch G8264 has the following hardware features:
Models
IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8264 Rear-to-Front Versions
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For ports located in the rear of the rack matching System x, IBM BladeCenter® and Power
Systems designs
IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8264 Front-to-Rear Versions
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For ports located in the front of the rack matching airflow of IBM iDataPlex®
Interface options
Forty-eight SFP/SFP+ ports (1/10 GbE)
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Four QSFP+ ports (40 GbE)
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Up to 64 10 Gb SFP+ connections with optional breakout cable
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One 10/100/1000 Ethernet RJ45 port for out-of-band management
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One USB port for mass storage device connection
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One mini-USB Console port for serial access
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Server-like port orientations, enabling short and simple cabling
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Dimensions:
17.3 inches wide, 19 inches deep, 1 RU high
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