The Accusys SW16-G3 is a third-generation PCIe switch from Accusys. As a new addition to the world's first and only PCIe SAN switch product line, it features PCIe 3.0 technology and comes with 16 ports (12 client ports and 4 storage ports). This enables great scalability and supports large group collaborative workflows. With a total performance of up to 10,000 MB/s and a storage capacity reaching 2,560 TB, it's a must - have for large workgroups in the rich media industry. Using the Master - Slave feature, you can combine two SW16 - G3 switches to connect up to 24 clients, optimizing workflows and speeding up projects. Thanks to PCIe 3.0 technology, it offers double the capabilities of its predecessor, providing high - speed performance for heavy workloads. The 12 client ports allow small workgroups to grow while maintaining high performance, and it's compatible with MAC, Windows, and Linux operating systems. Technical specs include dimensions of L: 430 mm x W: 450 mm x H: 43mm, a weight of 6.3 Kg. It supports 12 hosts and 4 storages with QSFP connectors, has a Gigabit Ethernet LAN port for remote management and a console port for RD debug. It uses an Intel Atom processor and 2GB DDR3 - 1333 MHz memory. It offers web - based GUI management, LED indicators for status display, and a buzzer for system alarms. It supports various SAN management software and multiple operating systems. It requires a redundant 220W power supply, operates in 5% - 85% non - condensing humidity, at 0 - 40 deg C, and has an operating sound pressure level of 45dB. It's certified with RoHS, UL, CE, FCC, C - Tick, BSMI.
Using the Accusys SW16 - G3 is straightforward. First, connect it to your power source using the redundant 220W power supply. Make sure the environment has a humidity of 5% - 85% and a temperature between 0 - 40 degrees Celsius. Then, connect your hosts and storages to the appropriate QSFP connectors. For remote management, use the Gigabit Ethernet LAN port. If you want to expand your client connections, you can use the Master - Slave feature to combine two switches. When it comes to maintenance, keep an eye on the LED indicators on the front panel and connectors. They'll show you the access, fan, network, and power status. If there's an abnormal condition, the buzzer will go off. Make sure to use the supported SAN management software like MetaSAN, Xsan, or BWFS for smooth operation. And always ensure your operating system is one of the supported ones, such as Windows 7 - 10, various Linux distributions, or MAC OS X 10.5 - 10.12.
