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Brocade BR-5120-1000 40 x Ports 24 x Active 8Gb/s Fibre Channel SAN Switch
- Brocade 5120 SAN Switch
- 24 x Active 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Ports
- Designed for enterprise Storage Area Networks (SAN)
- Provides high-speed connectivity between servers and storage
- Supports 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speed
- Enhances storage performance and availability
- Rack-mountable form factor
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Product Overview
The Brocade BR-5120-1000 is a 24-port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel SAN switch, designed for enterprise storage area networks (SANs). It provides high-speed, reliable connectivity for servers and storage arrays.
Technical Information
| Product Type | SAN Switch |
| Brand | Brocade |
| Model | 5120 |
| Number of Ports | 40 (24 Active) |
Additional Specifications
| Port Type | Fibre Channel |
| Port Speed | 8Gb/s |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
Product Description
The Brocade BR-5120-1000 is a high-performance SAN (Storage Area Network) switch designed to facilitate efficient and reliable data connectivity between servers and storage devices in enterprise environments. This model features 24 active 8Gb/s Fibre Channel ports, providing substantial bandwidth for demanding storage applications. The 'BR-5120' designation points to the specific Brocade switch model, known for its robust feature set and scalability. With a total port count of 40, where 24 are actively enabled (indicated by '24 x Active'), this switch offers flexibility for network expansion. The 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speed ensures rapid data transfer rates, crucial for applications requiring low latency and high throughput, such as databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing. Fibre Channel technology is the standard for high-speed SANs, offering dedicated, lossless connectivity for storage traffic. The Brocade 5120 switch is designed for ease of deployment and management, typically fitting into a standard rack-mount configuration. It plays a critical role in modern data centers by providing a reliable and high-performance infrastructure for storage access, enhancing data availability, and improving overall storage system efficiency. This switch is an essential component for organizations looking to build or upgrade their SAN infrastructure.
