Supermicro MicroBlade Switch MBM-GEM-004

Supermicro MicroBlade Switch MBM-GEM-004 is a networking module engineered specifically for Supermicro MicroBlade chassis, enabling efficient Ethernet connectivity in high-density blade environments. It is intended for use in data centers and IT infrastructures where space, cabling complexity, and operational continuity are critical.

Designed as an integrated blade switch, it helps consolidate network connections from multiple blades into a single module, reducing the number of external cables and simplifying rack layout. This contributes to improved airflow, easier maintenance, and more predictable network topology inside the chassis.

• Integration with MicroBlade – fits into compatible Supermicro MicroBlade enclosures, providing internal switching for installed blade nodes.
• Optimized cabling – reduces cable count by aggregating ports at the chassis level, supporting cleaner and more manageable installations.
• High-density environments – suitable for compute-dense deployments such as virtualization clusters, cloud nodes, or edge computing, where many blades share a common network fabric.
• Operational efficiency – centralized switching within the chassis can simplify monitoring and troubleshooting compared to fully discrete, per-node network connections.

Due to the lack of detailed public specifications in the provided data, specific port counts, speeds, and management features cannot be listed here. The MBM-GEM-004 should be evaluated in the context of your exact MicroBlade chassis model and workload requirements to ensure compatibility and appropriate performance characteristics.

Typical usage scenarios include:

• Virtualization and private cloud – consolidating network access for multiple virtualized blade servers in a single chassis.
• HPC and compute clusters – providing Ethernet connectivity for management, monitoring, or non-latency-critical data paths in dense compute nodes.
• Enterprise applications – supporting application servers, microservices, and container platforms deployed on blade infrastructure.

For precise technical parameters such as throughput, supported standards, or management interfaces, refer to official Supermicro documentation or product datasheets for the MBM-GEM-004.