Businesses of all sizes have embraced SANs based on the iSCSI standard for its performance, cost and scalability attributes. To derive their full potential for low latency, high IOPS and virtualized operations, iSCSI SANs require high-performance, reliable networks. Nortel’s Stackable ERS 5000 portfolio addresses these challenges to provide an excellent networking platform for iSCSI-based storage. With its patented stacking and resiliency architectures, the 5000 Series provides a robust and scalable network environment for Dell™ EqualLogic™ PS Series iSCSI SANs.
Nortel’s industry-leading resilient FAST and SMLT/RSMLT technologies complement Dell EqualLogic SANs for Top-of-Rack and Sub-Second Failover Installations
Nortel’s industry-leading reslilent FAST (Fast Architecture Stacking Technology) and SMLT/RSMLT (Routed Split Multi-Link Trunking) provide high-performance, top-of-rack placement with up to 1.2 Tbps in stacking bandwidth and ultra-resilient networks for sub-second failover.
Benefits include:
- Greener solution; efficient network design requires less power and cooling
- Simplified ongoing maintenance and management
- Scalable and flexible configuration options for great investment protection
- Always-on operation for mission-critical applications
- Terabit performance within a stack for enhanced user experience
- Low OPEX due to ease of installation and troubleshooting
- Top-of-rack placement (TOR)