Now the benefits of stackable IP switches are available for high-performance 4Gb Fibre Channel SANs. SANbox 5602Q Series stackable switches deliver top performance and seamless scalability in an easy-to-manage, pay-as-you-grow solution.

• Sixteen 4Gb storage/server ports (expandable 8-port version also available)
• Activate four 10Gb stacking ports later for unprecedented switch-to-switch bandwidth
• Multi-switch expansion to 96 device ports per stack (6 switches)
• Single-power supply version (SB5600Q) also available

SANbox 5602Q lets you start small, then scale with your company's needs using state-of-the-art 10Gb Fibre Channel "stacking" technology typically found only in high-end director products. As proven in the Ethernet world, stackable architectures cut costs and increase stability by providing a dedicated, highly expandable transport for aggregate ISL traffic--eliminating the disruption, port waste, and management hassles associated with using regular device ports for inter-switch links. It's like having the performance and "hands off" convenience of an expensive chassis switch--without the cost overhead of a chassis.

Need more server or storage ports? Simply add another 5000 Series switch to the stack. There's no need to move existing cables or disrupt devices--your ISL bandwidth expands automatically with each switch.

Perfect for applications such as video/rich media, tape back-up, or storage pooling/consolidation, the SANbox 5602Q stackable switch is ideal for both small stand-alone or departmental/workgroup SANs--or as an edge switch in larger core-edge topologies. Mac OS users will appreciate the intuitive switch management tools. Product interoperability has been verified with the complete Apple product line, including the Apple Xserve RAID, Xserve, Xsan, and Mac OS X.

Affordable now--big savings later

• Low initial cost
• Reduced expansion costs
• Longer product and topology lifespan

Powerful, intuitive software

• QuickTools on-board GUI included. No software to install. Just point a web browser at any switch and manage the entire fabric from that location. Contains everything needed for basic fabric management, including zoning.
• Optional Enterprise Fabric Suite 2007 for advanced management functionality
• Optional SANdoctor diagnostics
• Optional Fabric Security

More ways to grow

• Flexible port licensing on a single switch
• Stack switches for quick, easy expansion
• High-speed modular backbone

Easy to install and manage

• Installation and Configuration Wizards included
• Auto-sensing, self-configuring ports
• Manage stacks as a single device with Enterprise Fabric Suite 2007

Fast, reliable 4Gb/10Gb bandwidth

• Non-blocking, full bandwidth architecture
• Industry's fastest switch, lowest latency
• Adaptive ISL Trunking
• "No Wait" routing--guaranteed performance independent of data traffic
• I/O StreamGuard for RSCN suppression
• Hardware-enforced zoning by worldwide name
• Hot-swappable dual power supply option
• Non-Disruptive Code Load and Activation (NDCLA)

Why 10Gb stacking ports matter

• Predictable ROI--no need to steal device ports for ISLs
• Scalability "best practices" are built into the architecture
• Simpler ISL administration
• ISLs protected from day-to-day changes
• Less business disruption during expansion
• Consistent user experience over time
• Future-ready architecture

Service Programs

Advanced service options for this product are also available at the Apple Online Store. Search on the following part numbers:

• TL258LL/A - Prime: 7x24 call center, response times under 30 minutes, 4-hour on-site service commitment and more.
• TQ893LL/A - Preferred: Extend standard warranty to 3 years, 7x24 Call Center support, advanced next-business-day exchange.

Register this product to ensure support.

To rack mount the SANbox 5602Q switch, order Apple part number TE084LL/A.

SFPs not included. Order Apple part number: TK720LL/A 4Gb SFP.

Warranty Two-year limited (For details, please visit http://www.qlogic.com/Support/warranty.aspx.)

Mfr. Part No.: SB5602Q-20A

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