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Brocade BR-2240-0001 Br-2240-0001 Silk Worm 2240 16Port Fc Network Switch Br-2240-0001
- 16 Fibre Channel Ports
- Brocade Silk Worm 2240
- Network Switch
- Storage Area Network (SAN) Connectivity
- Enterprise Storage Solution
- High-Speed Data Transfer
- Reliable SAN Infrastructure
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Product Overview
The Brocade BR-2240-0001, also known as Silk Worm 2240, is a 16-port Fibre Channel network switch. It provides essential connectivity for storage area networks (SANs).
Technical Information
| Model | BR-2240-0001 |
| Alternative Model | Silk Worm 2240 |
| Port Count | 16 Ports |
Additional Specifications
| Technology | Fibre Channel |
| Device Type | Network Switch |
Product Description
The Brocade BR-2240-0001, identified by its SKU and also known as the Silk Worm 2240, is a dedicated Fibre Channel network switch. This device is designed to provide reliable and high-performance connectivity for Storage Area Networks (SANs). With 16 Fibre Channel ports, it offers sufficient density for small to medium-sized SAN deployments or for specific departmental storage needs within larger enterprises. As a Fibre Channel switch, the BR-2240-0001 facilitates direct, high-speed communication between servers and storage devices. This dedicated network infrastructure is crucial for applications that require low latency and high throughput, such as database operations, virtualization, and high-performance computing. The Silk Worm series from Brocade has a reputation for stability and efficiency in SAN environments. This switch serves as a fundamental building block for a SAN, enabling efficient data access and management. It supports essential SAN protocols and features, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of servers, storage arrays, and HBAs (Host Bus Adapters). The Brocade BR-2240-0001 is a cost-effective solution for organizations looking to establish or expand their SAN infrastructure with a dependable Fibre Channel switch.
