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Cisco UCS-S3260-IOE2= Expansion Module - Optical Fiber Interface for UCS S3260 Storage Server
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This expansion module is built to meet the rigorous demands of data center and storage networking. It facilitates optical fiber connectivity, which is essential for high-bandwidth applications and environments requiring low latency and high reliability.
The module is hot-pluggable, allowing for easy installation and maintenance without disrupting server operations. Its design aligns with Cisco's standards for quality and interoperability, ensuring it integrates smoothly with the UCS S3260 storage server's architecture.
Key Product Advantages
The Cisco UCS-S3260-IOE2= expansion module offers several advantages for enhancing storage server connectivity. Its optical fiber support enables high-speed data transfer and reliable network performance, critical for modern data-intensive applications.
Enhanced Connectivity
Adds a dedicated optical fiber port to the UCS S3260 storage server, expanding network options and supporting fiber-based infrastructure.
- Optical fiber media for high bandwidth
- Single network port expansion
Seamless Integration
Designed specifically for the Cisco UCS S3260, ensuring compatibility and easy deployment within existing server setups.
- Hot-pluggable installation
- No additional configuration required
Reliable Performance
Built to Cisco's quality standards, providing dependable operation in data center and storage networking environments.
- Supports data and optical networking
- Low latency connectivity
Deployment / Use Cases
This expansion module is ideal for organizations using Cisco UCS S3260 storage servers that require additional optical fiber connectivity. It is commonly deployed in data centers, enterprise storage networks, and environments where high-speed, reliable data transmission is essential.
Use cases include integrating the UCS S3260 into fiber-optic network backbones, supporting storage area networks (SANs), and enhancing network redundancy for critical applications. It is also suitable for expanding network capacity in growing IT infrastructures without replacing existing server hardware.
Data Center Expansion
Add optical fiber ports to UCS S3260 servers in data centers for improved network scalability and performance.
Storage Network Integration
Connect storage servers to fiber-based SANs or network backbones, enabling efficient data access and management.
Highlights
- Cisco UCS-S3260-IOE2= expansion module for optical fiber networking
- Compatible with Cisco UCS S3260 storage server
- Supports data networking and optical network applications
- Optical fiber media type for high-speed connectivity
- Hot-pluggable design for easy installation and maintenance
- Single network port expansion to enhance server capabilities
- Packaged as a single unit for straightforward deployment
- Built to Cisco's quality and interoperability standards
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cisco Systems, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | UCS-S3260-IOE2= |
| Brand Name | Cisco |
| Product Name | Expansion Module |
| Product Type | Expansion Module |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Data Networking,Optical Network |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Cisco UCS S3260 Storage Server |
FAQ
What is the Cisco UCS-S3260-IOE2= expansion module used for?
The Cisco UCS-S3260-IOE2= expansion module is used to add a single optical fiber network port to the Cisco UCS S3260 storage server. It supports data networking and optical network applications, enabling high-speed connectivity and integration into fiber-based network infrastructures for enhanced storage server performance.
Is this expansion module compatible with other Cisco servers?
No, this expansion module is specifically designed for compatibility with the Cisco UCS S3260 storage server. It is not intended for use with other server models, as it is engineered to integrate seamlessly with the UCS S3260's architecture and connectivity requirements.
What type of media does this expansion module support?
This expansion module supports optical fiber media. It is designed for use with fiber-optic cables, providing reliable, high-bandwidth connectivity suitable for data center and storage networking environments where long-distance transmission and low latency are important.
How is this expansion module installed on the UCS S3260 server?
The expansion module is hot-pluggable, allowing for installation without powering down the UCS S3260 server. It can be easily inserted into the appropriate slot on the server, and it typically requires no additional configuration, making deployment straightforward and minimizing downtime.