Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3012 for BladeCenterProduct Guide (withdrawn product)The Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3012 is a Gigabit Ethernet Switch Module in a standard switch-bay form-factor for use in all BladeCenter chassis. This non-stacking switch is a full wire-rated, non-blocking switchfor use with high performance servers.This switch provides a next generation networking solution for blade server environments. Built uponCisco's market-leading hardware and IOS software, the switch is designed to deliver scalable, highperformance, highly resilient connectivity while supporting ongoing IT initiatives around reducing serverinfrastructure complexity and TCO by seamlessly integrating into existing Cisco management networks.Figure 1. Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3012Did you know?Built on Cisco hardware and Cisco IOS software, the Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3012 is engineered withunique technologies specifically designed for blade server–based application infrastructure. It is also fullycompatible with BladeCenter Open Fabric Manager, enabling I/O virtualization and making switchinstallation and replacement a simple process.Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3012 for BladeCenter (withdrawn product) 1