[179917] in North American Network Operators' Group
Re: Recommended 10GE ISCSI SAN switch
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (Matt Taylor)
Wed May 13 00:44:46 2015
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From: Matt Taylor <mtaylor@mty.net.au>
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We've been using Dell 8024F's for over 2 years now. No problems at all.
On 12/05/2015 23:36, Paul S. wrote:
> Hi guys,
>
> We're shortly going to be getting some 10G SANs, and I was wondering
> what people were using as SAN switches for 10G SANs.
>
> It is my understanding that low buffer sizes make most 'normal' 10G
> ethernet switches unsuitable for the job.
>
> We're pretty much an exclusive Juniper shop, but are not biased in any
> way -- best tool for the job is what I've been tasked with to find.
>
> Keeping that in mind, how would something like a EX4550 fare in the
> role? Are there better devices in the same price range?
>
> Thanks!
