Full Part Number:
DELL DS-6610B
Manufacturer:
Dell Technologies
Overview
The DELL DS-6610B is a high-performance, 16Gb Fibre Channel switch designed for storage area networks (SANs), ideal for enterprise-level environments requiring robust, scalable, and low-latency connectivity. This modular SAN switch offers flexible deployment options and can seamlessly integrate into your existing storage infrastructure, supporting a wide range of applications, from virtualized data centers to cloud storage environments.
With a 48-port configuration and high-density performance, the DS-6610B is designed to improve the efficiency and scalability of your SAN while ensuring high availability and redundancy. Featuring advanced features such as non-blocking architecture, automated port configuration, and flexible zoning options, this Fibre Channel switch is optimized for high-demand applications in mission-critical environments.
Key Features
48 Ports of 16Gb Fibre Channel: Provides high-density port options to connect multiple devices such as storage arrays, servers, and switches, ensuring the scalability of your SAN.
Non-Blocking Architecture: Ensures optimal bandwidth utilization with no data path congestion, offering full-fabric bandwidth for all connected devices.
Fibre Channel Connectivity: Supports 16Gb Fibre Channel for ultra-fast, low-latency connectivity, ideal for high-performance data transfers and mission-critical workloads.
Advanced Zoning: Flexible zoning capabilities that allow for more efficient use of network resources, providing isolation and security in the SAN.
Scalable & Modular: The DS-6610B supports both standalone and interconnect configurations, allowing for future scalability and ease of network expansion.
Automatic Port Configuration: Automatic configuration of new ports, reducing the complexity of manual setup and configuration, and speeding up deployment.
Redundant Power & Cooling: Features redundant power supplies and fans to ensure high availability and minimal downtime.
Integrated Management: Comprehensive management capabilities through Dell's Enterprise Manager software and support for SNMP, CLI, and web-based management for simplified configuration and monitoring.
Backward Compatibility: Fully backward compatible with previous-generation Fibre Channel switches, ensuring easy upgrades and seamless integration into existing networks.
Applications
Enterprise SAN Environments: Ideal for large-scale storage area networks requiring high-density connectivity and minimal latency for applications such as data backup, disaster recovery, and high-performance computing.
Virtualized Data Centers: Provides the high-speed, low-latency connections necessary to support virtual machines and storage for virtualized environments.
Cloud Infrastructure: The DS-6610B is designed to support cloud storage architectures by providing reliable and high-throughput interconnects between cloud storage systems and other enterprise resources.
Storage Consolidation: Enables storage consolidation by interconnecting storage arrays across the enterprise, providing seamless access to centralized storage resources.
Mission-Critical Applications: Optimized for environments where performance, availability, and reliability are critical, such as financial services, healthcare, and telecommunications.
Data Migration and Disaster Recovery: Supports rapid data migration and disaster recovery operations, providing fast, secure, and reliable storage connectivity.
Specifications
Product Type: 48-Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Switch
Port Density:
48 x 16Gb Fibre Channel Ports
16Gb FC Speed for high-performance data transfer
Fabric Type:
Single-switch or multi-switch configuration (supports full fabric mode)
Non-blocking architecture for maximum throughput
Form Factor: Rack-mounted 1U
Power Supply:
Redundant power supplies for high availability
Input voltage: 100–240V AC
Power consumption: Approx. 300W
Cooling:
Redundant cooling fans for efficient heat dissipation
Zoning:
Supports both port zoning and WWN zoning for improved flexibility and security
Management:
Dell Enterprise Manager (DELL EM)
CLI, SNMP, and web-based interface for ease of management and monitoring
Environmental Conditions:
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Dimensions:
1U rack-mounted form factor
Height: 1.75 inches (4.45 cm)
Width: 17.2 inches (43.6 cm)
Depth: 15.3 inches (38.9 cm)
Weight: 8.6 kg (19 lbs)
Compliance:
RoHS, CE, and UL compliant
Warranty: 1-year limited warranty with optional support packages for extended coverage
Why Choose DELL DS-6610B?
High-Performance Connectivity: With 48 ports of 16Gb Fibre Channel, the DS-6610B delivers high-speed connectivity for bandwidth-intensive applications, enabling rapid data transfers and minimal latency.
Scalable Design: The modular and scalable nature of the DS-6610B allows it to easily expand as your SAN requirements grow, providing long-term value and flexibility.
Reliable and Redundant: With redundant power supplies, cooling fans, and automatic configuration, the DS-6610B is designed for high availability and minimal downtime, making it ideal for mission-critical workloads.
Comprehensive Management: Dell's intuitive management tools, including the Dell Enterprise Manager software and CLI support, simplify the configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of your Fibre Channel network.
Seamless Integration: Backward compatibility with previous-generation switches ensures that your investment in storage infrastructure is protected and can grow with your business.
Optimized for High-Demand Environments: Whether for virtualized data centers, enterprise SAN environments, or cloud storage, the DS-6610B ensures that your network delivers the performance, reliability, and scalability required for modern storage needs.
The DELL DS-6610B is the ideal choice for organizations seeking a high-density, high-performance Fibre Channel switch with modular scalability, reliability, and robust management features. Perfect for enterprise SANs, virtualized environments, and mission-critical applications, this switch ensures your storage network performs at the highest level while providing the flexibility to scale as your business grows.