McDATA Introduces the ES-3016 Fabric Switch

McDATA introduces the ES-3016 Fabric Switch-an ideal entry point for building enterprise-class, extensible SANs. The ES-3016 Switch is the first department level fabric switch focused on enhancing availability of mid-range environments. The ES-3016 Switch provides IT Managers with a flexible solution capable of supporting today's business requirements and tomorrow's.

The new ES-3016 Switch is the only 16-port switch in its class providing all of the following high availability features:

• Hot-plug redundant power supplies
• Hot-plug redundant fans
• Hot-plug optics
• On-line diagnostics
• On-line, non-disruptive firmware load and activation
• Fault isolation tools for network-wide activity

When the ES-3016 Switch is coupled with McDATA's EFC Manager software, large or small fabrics can be managed from a single console adding a new dimension of functionality to mid-range environments. The ES-3016 Switch also comes with an embedded web server management scheme. With its simple user-friendly interface the web server enables broad network access for general monitoring and configuration tasks.

High-availability features, single point management capabilities, and a wide range of product service options make the ES-3016 Switch an ideal entry point for building enterprise-class, extensible SANs.