Dell's guide details I/O connectivity options, performance specs, and features for a range of storage networking products.
The Dell Storage Networking I/O Guide provides an overview of LAN/SAN converged, iSCSI, NAS, and Fibre Channel connectivity options for Dell storage solutions. It includes performance metrics, port configurations, power options, and feature sets for many Dell and partner switches and storage arrays.
The document is organized by product families such as FC/FCoE switches, 1GbE and 10GbE iSCSI/NAS switches, Fibre Channel switches, and various Dell storage arrays. Each section lists switching capacity, latency, port counts, expansion modules, and power/cooling details, helping planners select the right hardware for their data‑center needs.
| Switching capacity (Dell S5000) | 1.28 Tbps |
|---|---|
| Latency (Dell S5000) | 0.8 µs |
| Power options (Dell S5000) | AC or DC, redundant hot‑swappable |
| Switching capacity (Dell MXL IO Aggregator) | 1.28 Tbps |
The Dell S5000 provides a switching capacity of 1.28 Tbps.
The Dell S5000 can be powered by AC or DC and supports redundant hot‑swappable power supplies.
The Dell MXL IO Aggregator has a latency of 0.8 µs.