IBM Storage Networking b-type Gen7 directors - Overview
A faster, more intelligent, resilient foundation for on-demand data centers
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Modern storage network infrastructure for mission-critical storage
IBM® Storage Networking SAN512B-7 and SAN256B-7 directors with Gen7 Fibre Channel and Fabric Vision technology is the foundational building block to realize the autonomous SAN for the on-demand data center. Ultra-low latency and up to 64Gb/s port bandwidth provide the highest level of performance for NVMe workloads. With data-center-proven reliability, seamless scalability, integrated analytics, and automation, they maximize the performance, productivity, and efficiency of storage investments and resources.
Modern modular building block designed for enterprise deployments
Designed to meet continuous data growth and critical application demands, the Gen7 Directors are purpose-built to power large-scale storage environments that require increased capacity, greater throughput, and higher levels of resiliency.
Analyze the SAN to optimize performance and reliability
Gen7 technology enables a self-optimizing SAN that proactively monitors and shapes traffic patterns and automatically prioritizes traffic streams to optimize application performance and reliability.
Automate the SAN to simplify management complexity
The Gen 7 Directors can automate actions to simplify management and resolve issues without intervention to avoid network disruptions and outages.
Instant visibility and simplified processes
IBM® SANnav Management Portal and SANnav Global View empower IT administrators with comprehensive visibility across the entire SAN, from a global view down to local environments.
Maximum performance for the on-demand data center
The Gen 7 Directors feature industry-leading Gen 7 Fibre Channel that increases performance for demanding workloads to address next-generation I/O intensive and bandwidth-intensive applications.
Extended distance and replication with a scalable, multiprotocol extension solution
With the IBM® Extension Blade, the Gen 7 Directors provide integrated metro and global connectivity with a purpose-built data center extension solution for Fibre Channel and IP storage environments.
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