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Brocade 40-1000052-12 CR16-4 Core Blade
- Product Type: Core Blade
- Model: CR16-4
- Compatibility: Brocade Fabric Switch Chassis
- Functionality: Provides core switching fabric and management
- Interface: Fibre Channel
- Performance: High-speed, low-latency connectivity
- Scalability: Enables expansion of SAN infrastructure
- Redundancy: Supports high availability configurations
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Product Overview
The Brocade 40-1000052-12 is a CR16-4 Core Blade, designed as a component for Brocade's Fibre Channel switch chassis. This blade provides the core switching fabric and management capabilities for the chassis, enabling high-performance data center connectivity. It is essential for building scalable and resilient storage area networks (SANs).
Technical Information
| Product Type | Core Blade |
| Model | CR16-4 |
| Chassis Compatibility | Brocade Fabric Switch Chassis |
| Primary Function | Core Switching Fabric, Management |
Additional Specifications
| Technology | Fibre Channel |
| Port Speed | Varies by chassis configuration (e.g., 8Gbps, 16Gbps, 32Gbps) |
| Management | Integrated |
Product Description
The Brocade 40-1000052-12 is a critical component within Brocade's modular Fibre Channel switch architecture, specifically identified as the CR16-4 Core Blade. This blade serves as the central processing and switching engine for compatible Brocade chassis, forming the backbone of the Storage Area Network (SAN). It is responsible for managing traffic flow, ensuring high-speed data transmission between connected servers and storage devices, and providing the overall intelligence and control for the switch. As a core blade, the CR16-4 is designed to deliver high performance and low latency, which are essential for demanding enterprise storage environments. It facilitates the aggregation of multiple I/O modules (port blades) within the chassis, enabling a scalable and robust SAN infrastructure. The blade's architecture is optimized for efficient packet forwarding and fabric management, ensuring reliable and consistent performance even under heavy load conditions. Its integration into the chassis allows for a consolidated and manageable SAN solution. This component is fundamental for organizations looking to build or expand their data center storage networks. By providing the core switching fabric, the CR16-4 blade enables features such as fabric-wide management, advanced diagnostics, and high availability through redundant configurations. Its compatibility with specific Brocade chassis ensures seamless integration and allows for the creation of powerful, resilient, and scalable SAN solutions tailored to the specific needs of the business.
