IBM - 41Y8519 - Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3110G

IBM 41Y8519 Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3110G

The IBM 41Y8519 is a Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3110G designed for integrated Gigabit Ethernet switching inside compatible IBM BladeCenter environments. It provides in-chassis connectivity for blade servers and supports common enterprise switching functions such as VLAN segmentation and QoS to prioritise latency-sensitive traffic like voice and business-critical applications.

This module is a practical choice when you need to expand BladeCenter network capacity without adding an external access switch, while still keeping a familiar Catalyst operating model for day-to-day operations. For broader platform sourcing and lifecycle support, you can standardise across related IBM infrastructure components.

Depending on your uplink design, the module is typically deployed with fibre or copper optics; for compatible add-ons, consider matching TRANSCEIVER options to your cabling and distance requirements. It can also be used alongside other chassis expansion options such as a NETWORK MODULE to align internal switching with your BladeCenter I/O architecture.

Key Features

Key technical characteristics of the Catalyst Switch Module 3110G for IBM BladeCenter deployments:

• Integrated blade-chassis switch module design to deliver in-chassis Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for supported IBM BladeCenter systems.
• Compatibility with IBM BladeCenter I/O module bays to support BladeCenter families such as IBM BladeCenter H and IBM BladeCenter S (deployment depends on chassis I/O configuration).
• Gigabit Ethernet switching architecture to aggregate blade server traffic and reduce external top-of-rack port consumption.
• VLAN support to separate production, management, and storage networks within the chassis.
• Quality of Service (QoS) capabilities to prioritise critical application flows and improve predictability under load.
• Enterprise switching security features to help control access and support policy-based network operation in shared environments.
• Uplink connectivity options (model-dependent) to connect the chassis to upstream distribution/core switching for scalable designs.
• Designed for continuous operation in data centre or server room environments to support 24/7 blade infrastructure.

Refurbished Quality and Warranty

This unit is refurbished hardware. Each module is cleaned and tested by technicians before entering stock to help reduce the risk of hardware defects and support reliable redeployment in production environments. Choosing refurbished can extend the lifecycle of existing BladeCenter installations, reduce electronic waste, and help control budgets versus buying new.

Direct Hardware Supply includes a one-year warranty from the date of purchase (batteries, tape drives and tape libraries include a three-month warranty). Extended warranty options are available on request. For end-to-end blade connectivity, many customers pair chassis switching with server-side NETWORK ADAPTER options to match port types and network design standards.