The Cisco Catalyst Blade Switch 3020 for HP (Part Number: WS-CBS3020-HPQ) is a high-performance, fully managed layer 2 switch designed specifically for Hewlett-Packard BladeSystem enclosures. This switch integrates seamlessly with HP server systems, providing reliable networking functionality suitable for data centre environments. The Cisco Catalyst 3020 offers 16 Gigabit Ethernet ports, which can handle heavy traffic loads with high throughput and low latency.
As a modular switch, the WS-CBS3020-HPQ is a plug-in module that fits within the HP c-Class BladeSystem, delivering optimized and efficient data routing directly within the server infrastructure. It supports standard management features such as VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and Link Aggregation, making it versatile for various enterprise applications. The switch includes advanced security features like port security and access control lists (ACLs) to safeguard the network from malicious activities.
This switch is designed with resiliency and high availability in mind, minimizing downtime for mission-critical applications. It supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), enabling the deployment of IP phones, wireless access points, and other PoE-enabled devices without the need for external power supplies. The Cisco Catalyst Blade Switch 3020 also provides network administrators with comprehensive monitoring and maintenance tools via Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) and Cisco's Smartports functionality for simplified network management.
Furthermore, the switch includes sFlow support for efficient traffic monitoring and control. It also incorporates QoS (Quality of Service) features to prioritize data traffic, ensuring smooth network performance even during heavy traffic conditions. The combination of advanced security, manageability, and performance features makes the WS-CBS3020-HPQ a reliable and flexible solution for blade server networking environments.
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