IBM RackSwitch G8000 Manual

IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000

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IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000

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IBM® System Networking RackSwitch™ G8000 (Figure 1) is a top-of-rack (TOR) switch that delivers 

unmatched line-rate Layer 2/3 performance at a very attractive price. The G8000 is prepared for network 

virtualization, airflow to match server racks, and low power consumption, making it an ideal choice for the 

next-generation data centers. It has forty-four 1GbE RJ45 ports, four 1G SFP ports, and standard 

redundant power supplies along with up to four optional 10GbE SFP+ or CX4 ports. Unlike most rack 

equipment that cools from side to side, the IBM RackSwitch G8000 has rear-to-front airflow or 

front-to-rear that matches server airflow. 

Figure 1. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000

Did you know?

The IBM RackSwitch G8000 comes standard with redundant power supplies and 2-post rail kits.

The IBM RackSwitch G8000 is designed specifically for the data center environment: airflow, 

high-availability hardware and software features, rich layer 2/3 functionality, and ease of 

management.

IBM VMready® switch-resident software reduces the complexity of configuring and managing virtual 

machines throughout the network.

IBM Networking Operating System (Networking OS) software features deliver seamless, 

standards-based integration into existing upstream switches.

The IBM RackSwitch G8000 supports stacking for up to six switches using a single switch image and 

configuration file that shares one IP address and one management interface.