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EMC DS-5300B 80x8Gb/s Ports Fibre Channel Director Switch

MPN: DS-5300B·By: EMC

Part #:DS-5300BRefurbishedIn stock

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Product overview

The EMC Connectrix DS-5300B is a director-class Fibre Channel SAN switch designed for enterprise environments with rapidly growing storage needs. It features 80 universal ports (48 base + 16-port increments) supporting 2.125, 4.25, and 8.5 Gb/s speeds in full duplex, delivering 1360 Gb/s aggregate bandwidth. Port types include FL_Port, F_Port, M_Port, E_Port, and EX_Port for flexible fabric connectivity. With low latency of 700 ns on locally switched ports and support for FC-SW3 protocols, it ensures reliable performance in unicast, multicast, and broadcast traffic. The 2U rackmount chassis includes dual redundant hot-pluggable power supplies (260W nominal, 275W max), non-port to port-side airflow, and weighs 15.6 kg. Operating temperature ranges from 0°C to 40°C. Certified for up to 56 domains in FOS fabric, it scales seamlessly for midrange to large SANs with non-disruptive upgrades.

  • 80 universal FC ports, 8 Gb/s, 1360 Gb/s bandwidth
  • Dual redundant hot-plug PSUs, 260W nominal
  • 2U rackmount, 15.6 kg, 0-40°C operation
  • 700 ns latency, 56 domains/19 hops fabric
  • FC-SW3 protocols, EX_Port routing support
  • 1460 frame buffers, 2112-byte payload
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Featuring

Manufacturer part #DS-5300B
BrandEMC
ConditionRefurbished
ModelDS-5300B
Product LineConnectrix B-Series
Product TypeFibre Channel Switch
Certified MaximumSingle FOS fabric: 56 domains, 19 hops; Single M-EOS fabric: 31 domains, 3 hops
Classes of ServiceClass 2, Class 3, Class F (Interswitch Frames)
Supported ProtocolsFC-PH, FC-PH-2, FC-PH-3, FC-GS-2, FC-FLA, FC-FG, FC-SW3
Compliance CertificationsSafety: UL 60950, CSA No. 60950; EMI: FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-003 Class A; Australia/New Zealand

Physical Characteristics

Weight15.6 kg (34.4 lb) with dual power supplies, without SFP/SFP+ media
DimensionsWidth: 42.88 cm (16.88 in); Height: 8.60 cm (3.4 in); Depth: 61.05 cm (24.00 in)
Form Factor2U rackmount, 19-inch EIA-compliant, non-port to port-side airflow

Storage

Frame Buffers1,460 dynamically allocated, 268 maximum per port

Environmental

ShockOperating: 20 G, 6 ms, half-sine; Non-operating: Half-sine, 33G 11 ms, 3/eg Axis
AirflowMaximum 609 CFM (cu. ft./min); nominal 44 CFM
VibrationOperating: 0.5 g sine, 0.4 grms random, 5 to 500 Hz; Non-operating: 2.0 g sine, 1.1 grms random, 5 to 500 Hz
Storage Temperature–25°C to 70°C (–13°F to 158°F)
Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Interface/Ports

Port TypesFL_Port, F_Port, M_Port (Mirror Port), E_Port, EX_Port (Fibre Channel Integrated Routing); self-discovery based on switch type (U_Port); optional port type control
Fibre Channel Ports80 universal (E, F, M, FL, or N) ports; 48-port base with 16-port increments

Power Consumption

Power SuppliesDual redundant hot-pluggable; Power Inlet C13; Input Voltage 85 to 264 VAC nominal; Frequency 47 to 63 Hz; Inrush Current Maximum of 38 amps for period between 10 to 150 ms at 50° C
Power ConsumptionNominal 260 watts; maximum 275 watts with 80 ports at 8 Gb/s

Network & Communication

Ethernet Speed2.125 Gb/s, 4.25 Gb/s, 8.50 Gb/s line speed, full duplex
Data Traffic TypesFabric switches supporting unicast, multicast (255 groups), and broadcast
Maximum Frame Size2,112-byte payload
Aggregate Bandwidth1360 Gb/s: 80 ports × 8.5 Gb/s (line rate) × 2 (full duplex)
Maximum Fabric LatencyLocally switched ports 700 ns with no contention, cut-through routing at 8 Gb/s between locally switched groups

Compatible systems

No specific system or OS compatibility lists found in sources

Best for

  • Enterprise SAN Fabrics

    Scales to 80 universal ports at 8 Gb/s with 1360 Gb/s bandwidth, supporting up to 56 domains and 19 hops in FOS fabric for large-scale storage connectivity.

  • Data Center Consolidation

    Provides 48-port base with 16-port increments and low 700 ns latency, enabling efficient consolidation of mission-critical storage environments.

  • High-Density Switching

    Delivers full line-speed switching across 80 ports in a compact 2U form factor with dual redundant power for reliable, dense deployments.

  • Storage Virtualization

    Supports FC-SW3 protocols, EX_Ports for routing, and 2112-byte frames, facilitating virtualization and integrated routing in SAN infrastructures.

Frequently asked questions

What are the port configurations of the EMC Connectrix DS-5300B?

It features 80 universal Fibre Channel ports (E, F, M, FL, N types) with a 48-port base expandable in 16-port increments. Ports auto-sense 2/4/8 Gb/s speeds or can be fixed, supporting FL/F/M/E/EX_Port types with optional control for flexible SAN integration.

What is the performance and bandwidth capacity?

Aggregate bandwidth reaches 1360 Gb/s (80 ports x 8.5 Gb/s line rate x 2 full duplex). Max latency is 700 ns on locally switched ports with no contention using cut-through routing at 8 Gb/s; supports 2112-byte payloads and 1460 dynamically allocated frame buffers (268 max per port).

What power and redundancy features does it offer?

Dual redundant hot-pluggable power supplies with C13 inlet, 85-264 VAC input, 47-63 Hz, max 38A inrush; nominal 260W consumption, 275W maximum with 80 ports at 8 Gb/s. Ensures high availability without service interruptions.

What are the physical dimensions and environmental specs?

2U rackmount form factor: 42.88 cm W x 8.60 cm H x 61.05 cm D, 15.6 kg with dual PSUs (no media). Operating temp 0-40°C, storage -25-70°C; shock 20G operating, vibration 0.5g; airflow 44-609 CFM non-port to port-side.

What fabric scalability does it support?

Certified for single FOS fabric: 56 domains, 19 hops; M-EOS: 31 domains, 3 hops. Supports FC-PH-3, FC-GS-2, FC-SW3 protocols, unicast/multicast/broadcast, and ISL trunking up to 68 Gb/s per trunk for large-scale deployments.

What compliance standards does it meet?

Safety: UL 60950, CSA 60950; EMI: FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-003 Class A; also Australia/New Zealand compliant. Ensures regulatory adherence in global enterprise data centers.

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