6 - 12 10GB SFP+ Port Switch?

[timothy.lazarus]

I know similar questions have been asked, but most posters are also seeking additional gigabit ports. I want an SFP+ only switch, unless the gigabit ports are a completely free addition... I am currently doing 10GB between my ESXi server and my storage server with ConnectX-2 EN cards, but I'd like to add additional hosts and that requires a switch for VMotion and storage. I've been following the latest D-Link series, but that appears to be vaporware in the USA. Any other available options?

Tim

 

[firenity]

I think the D-Link switches you're referring to have been announced for May 2015, so I wouldn't say that qualifies as vaporware. AFAIK they're not available anywhere yet.

 

[timothy.lazarus]

Thanks! I feel like I've seen them available in Europe, but no word in the USA yet. May 15 definitely works.

 

[timothy.lazarus]

Oh, and if it wasn't clear, I appreciate the quick response.

 

[legopc]

How about this one Brocade ICX6610-24-I w/ 2x ICX6610-10G-LIC-POD (8x10GbE SFP+ uplink ports!) | eBay it does come with gigabit ports but also with 8x10gb sfp+ ports.

 

[timothy.lazarus]

I should probably clarify that I am looking to spend less than $1500.

 

[MiniKnight]

There is the 24-port SFP+ IBM switch in the FS section for $800 with an ebay auction link. A Juniper switch for half your budget with twice as many ports.

 

[mattj150]

I'm selling a 24 port SFP+ switch for $500.

https://forums.servethehome.com/ind...de-emc2-mp8000-10gbe-switch-24-port-sfp.5819/

 

[timothy.lazarus]

I'm selling a 24 port SFP+ switch for $500.

https://forums.servethehome.com/ind...de-emc2-mp8000-10gbe-switch-24-port-sfp.5819/

Thanks, but I am going to hold out for one of the new D-Links...just haven't pulled the trigger yet. Lower power consumption, warranty, most likely no sfp+ restrictions, etc. The Brocade does look like a very nice switch though.