Save 40% off select 10Gb switch modules

Reduce cost and complexity with IBM's flexible, high performance networking solutions

Innovation comes standard

To create a dynamic infrastructure, you need extraordinary networks.

10Gb Ethernet will be the common network in the near future. IBM® is a leader in the blade server industry offering high performance, flexibility and choice in networking options. IBM has offerings from Cisco®, BLADE Network Technologies (BNT) and Brocade that let you take advantage of high-speed interconnects today.

Benefits:

Minimizes disruption - fully integrated inside the chassis
Provides flexibility for current and future needs
No Top of Rack required
Fully integrated with an Open Architecture
High Performance Ultra Low Latency
Flexible Fabric with Multi-protocol Support

For a limited time, save 40% off IBM 10Gb switch modules! View terms and conditions.

To redeem this special offer, call an ibm.com representative today at 1-866-883-8901, and reference priority code 101J313W. Our experts are waiting to assist you.

Hurry, offer expires: 6/30/11; valid while supplies last.

Switch	Features	Bandwidth	Compatibility	Management
BNT 10-port 10 Gb Ethernet Switch Module (46C7191) $11,999.00 IBM Web Price $7,199.40 Sale Price $4,799.60 You Save	Works with existing 1Gb or 10Gb infrastructures and when paired with the Emulex Virtual Fabric Adapter, it can offer up to 8 virtual ports per adapter. Learn more.	10 external SFP+ based uplink ports. 14 10Gb ports to each Blade.	Supported on High Speed Chassis (H/HT) and compatible with BladeCenter® Open Fabric Manager.	Easy Management using SmartConnect tool.
Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3110X (41Y8522) $9,599.00 IBM Web Price $5,759.40 Sale Price $3,839.60 You Save	Built-in Cisco® Virtual Blade Switch (VBS) technology helps increase server performance and resiliency while simplifying operations and management. Learn more.	3110X - 1 external 10Gb port.	Supported on BladeCenter® E, H, T and HT chassis and compatible with BladeCenter® Open Fabric Manager.	Common management with external Cisco® switches via IOS Command Line Interface and CiscoWorks LAN Management Solution.
Cisco Nexus 4001I Switch Module (46M6071) $11,999.00 IBM Web Price $7,199.40 Sale Price $4,799.60 You Save	End-to-end 10Gb switch offers a high-performance, low-latency solution that seamlessly integrates with other Cisco® Nexus family products. Optional upgrade license key enables easy transition to FCoE. Learn more.	20 ports of 10Gb (14 internal and 6 external) bandwidth.	Supported on High Speed Chassis (H/HT), All Multi-switch interconnect modules and compatible with BladeCenter® Open Fabric Manager.	Common Nexus CLI and web based management tool.
Brocade Converged 10GbE Switch Module (69Y1909) $9,149.00 IBM Web Price $5,489.40 Sale Price $3,659.60 You Save	First integrated Converged Switch for IBM BladeCenter that enables both Ethernet and Fibre Channel ports in a single package. Dymanic Ports allow for easy migration with low acquisition and operational costs. Learn more.	Base switch module enables the first 16 ports to be activated and includes 2 Brocade 10Gb SFP+ transceivers (49Y4216). The switch port upgrade activates all 30 ports on the switch and includes 2 Brocade 8Gb SFP+ transceivers (44X1962).	Supported on High Speed Chassis (H/HT) and compatible with BladeCenter® Open Fabric Manager.	Data Center Fabric Manager (DCFM) is fully integrated with IBM System Director for end-to-end data center management on a single pane of glass.

Need assistance? Call an ibm.com representative at 1-866-883-8901 and mention priority code 101J313W.

*While supplies last. Savings referenced off the current IBM Web price. Starting price may not include a hard drive, operating system or other features. Prices do not include tax or shipping and are subject to change without notice. Reseller prices may vary. All offers subject to availability. IBM reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time, without notice. Offer valid from IBM in the US only (including Puerto Rico). IBM hardware products are manufactured from new parts, or new and serviceable used parts. Regardless, our warranty terms apply. For a copy of applicable product warranties, write to: Warranty Information, P.O. Box 12195, RTP, NC 27709, Attn: Dept. JDJA/B203. IBM makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party products or services including those designated as ServerProven® or ClusterProven®. IBM is not responsible for photographic or typographic errors. The information set forth herein is provided for your information only. IBM, System x, xSeries®, the eServer™ logo, BladeCenter, IntelliStation® and ServerProven are trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. For a complete list of IBM Trademarks, see http://www.ibm.com/legal/copytrade.shtml. Information about non-IBM products is obtained from the manufacturers of those products or their published announcements. IBM has not tested those products and cannot confirm the performance, compatibility, or any other claims related to non-IBM products. Questions on the capabilities of non-IBM products should be addressed to the suppliers of those products. IBM reserves the right to modify or withdraw this promotion at any time. ©2011 IBM Corp. All rights reserved.

Close [x]

Terms and conditions

For a limited time only, if you acquire selected eligible new IBM BladeCenter 10Gb switch modules exclusively through ibm.com, you can receive a 40% discount off the regular published IBM Web price.

There is a limit of four (4) eligible new BladeCenter 10Gb switch modules, per customer location (single building with a single mailing address), that qualify for the promotional discount during the promotional period.

Orders must be received by IBM on or after February 15, 2011, but no later than June 30, 2011, by calling 1-866-883-8901. Be sure to reference priority code 101J313W.

Shipping and handling are extra.