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Brocade BR-6505-24-8G 6505 24 x Active Ports 16Gb/s Fibre Channel SAN Switch

SKU BR-6505-24-8G
Brand Brocade
  • 24 x 16Gb/s Fibre Channel ports
  • 8 x 8Gb/s Fibre Channel ports (or 16Gb/s)
  • Entry-level SAN switch for SMBs
  • Support for basic SAN features like zoning
  • Compact form factor
  • Cost-effective solution
  • Designed for ease of use
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Key specifications

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Product Type
Fibre Channel Switch
Number of Ports
24 x 16Gb/s FC
Additional Ports
8 x 8Gb/s FC (or 16Gb/s)
Switching Fabric Speed
Up to 768 Gbps
Port Speed
16 Gbps
Protocol Support
Fibre Channel

Product details

The Brocade BR-6505-24-8G is a 24-port Fibre Channel SAN switch designed for small to medium-sized businesses and departmental SANs. It offers 16Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity, providing reliable and efficient storage networking. This switch is a cost-effective solution for entry-level SAN deployments.

Technical Information

Product TypeFibre Channel Switch
Number of Ports24 x 16Gb/s FC
Additional Ports8 x 8Gb/s FC (or 16Gb/s)
Switching Fabric SpeedUp to 768 Gbps

Additional Specifications

Port Speed16 Gbps
Protocol SupportFibre Channel
Form FactorRackmount

Description

The Brocade BR-6505-24-8G is an entry-level Fibre Channel switch designed to provide reliable and cost-effective SAN connectivity for small to medium-sized businesses and departmental deployments. It features 24 active ports, each capable of operating at speeds up to 16Gb/s, offering sufficient bandwidth for typical storage access needs. The switch also includes eight additional ports that can operate at 8Gb/s or 16Gb/s, providing flexibility for connecting to servers or storage devices. This switch is built to deliver dependable performance for SAN environments, ensuring efficient data transfer between servers and storage arrays. It supports essential SAN features, including basic zoning capabilities, which help to secure the network and manage access to storage resources. The BR-6505-24-8G is designed with simplicity in mind, making it easier for organizations with limited IT resources to deploy and manage their SAN infrastructure. Its compact form factor allows for easy integration into existing rack environments. The Brocade BR-6505-24-8G represents a cost-effective solution for businesses looking to implement or upgrade their SAN, providing the necessary performance and reliability for critical data storage and access. It is an ideal choice for organizations seeking a straightforward and affordable way to enhance their storage networking capabilities.

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