Lenovo 00FM518

Overview

The Lenovo 00FM518 is a system interconnect module designed to fit directly into a Lenovo Flex System chassis, providing 24 high-speed ports with Layer 3 managed switching capabilities. It delivers fourteen 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports internally for direct server connections and ten external SFP+ ports that support both 1 Gigabit and 10 Gigabit speeds, making it a versatile solution for data center environments that require low latency and flexible uplink options.

This switch is ideal for administrators managing clustered workloads such as virtualization hosts, database nodes, or high-performance computing clusters, as it reduces hop count and latency by keeping traffic local within the chassis. Its advanced routing and authentication features integrate smoothly into existing network infrastructures, supporting both traditional Ethernet and storage traffic on a unified fabric.

Key features

• Fourteen internal 10 GbE ports provide direct, low-latency connections to Flex System servers, optimizing performance for clustered applications.
• Ten external SFP+ ports offer flexible uplink speeds at 1 GbE or 10 GbE, allowing tailored bandwidth for connections to aggregation switches or storage networks.
• Full Layer 3 routing capabilities enable efficient traffic management and segmentation within the data center fabric.
• Supports RADIUS, TACACS+, and LDAP authentication protocols to integrate securely with existing network access controls.
• Data Center Bridging and Converged Enhanced Ethernet features allow unified handling of storage and Ethernet traffic, simplifying infrastructure.
• Plug-in form factor designed specifically for Lenovo Flex System chassis ensures seamless installation and minimal configuration.
• Minimizes configuration complexity by avoiding traditional spanning tree protocols, enabling rapid deployment of new chassis.
• Backed by a limited one-year Lenovo warranty, providing assurance for maintenance and expansion planning.

Key specs

• Ports: 24 total (14 internal 10 GbE, 10 external SFP+ supporting 1 GbE or 10 GbE)
• Switch type: Layer 3 managed
• Internal connectivity: Direct server links within Flex System chassis
• External connectivity: SFP+ ports for uplinks to aggregation or storage networks
• Authentication protocols: RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP
• Data Center Bridging and Converged Enhanced Ethernet support
• Form factor: Plug-in module for Lenovo Flex System chassis
• Warranty: Limited one-year Lenovo hardware warranty

Connectivity and compatibility

This module integrates tightly with Lenovo Flex System servers through its internal 10 GbE ports, ensuring high-speed, low-latency communication within the chassis. The external SFP+ ports provide flexible uplink options, supporting a range of transceivers to connect with top-of-rack switches or storage fabrics. Its support for common authentication protocols allows it to fit into existing enterprise security frameworks without additional overhead.

• Internal 10 GbE ports connect directly to Flex System compute nodes
• External SFP+ ports configurable for 1 GbE or 10 GbE speeds
• Compatible with standard transceivers for uplink customization
• Supports integration with RADIUS, TACACS+, and LDAP authentication systems

Ideal uses and environments

This switch is well suited to data centers running Lenovo Flex System chassis that require efficient, high-speed interconnects between servers and external networks. It excels in environments with clustered workloads such as virtualization, database management, and high-performance computing, where low latency and reliable connectivity are critical. The unified handling of storage and Ethernet traffic makes it a strong choice for converged data center fabrics.

IT teams looking for a compact, easy-to-deploy module that reduces configuration complexity while providing robust Layer 3 features will find this switch a practical addition to their infrastructure.

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