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Brocade DS-6520B-8GB-48P 6520B 48 x Active Ports 16Gb/s FC San Switch
- 16Gb/s Fibre Channel speed
- 48 active ports
- Managed SAN switch
- Designed for enterprise SAN deployments
- High performance and scalability
- Robust fabric services
- Ideal for demanding workloads
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- SAN Switch
- Brand
- Brocade
- Model
- 6520B
- SKU
- DS-6520B-8GB-48P
- Speed
- 16Gb/s
- Active Ports
- 48
Product details
The Brocade DS-6520B-8GB-48P is a high-performance 16Gb/s Fibre Channel SAN switch designed for enterprise data centers. It features 48 active ports, providing extensive connectivity for servers and storage devices. This managed switch offers advanced capabilities for scalability and reliability in SAN environments.
Technical Information
| Product Type | SAN Switch |
| Brand | Brocade |
| Model | 6520B |
| SKU | DS-6520B-8GB-48P |
Additional Specifications
| Speed | 16Gb/s |
| Active Ports | 48 |
| Management | Managed |
Description
The Brocade DS-6520B-8GB-48P is a powerful and scalable Fibre Channel SAN switch engineered for the most demanding enterprise data center environments. This switch boasts 48 active ports, each operating at a high-speed 16Gb/s, providing substantial bandwidth and connectivity for a large number of servers and storage arrays. It is designed to deliver exceptional performance, reliability, and advanced features essential for mission-critical applications and large-scale storage infrastructures. This managed switch leverages Brocade's industry-leading Fabric OS, offering comprehensive management capabilities, robust security features, and advanced traffic optimization tools. The 16Gb/s Fibre Channel technology ensures low latency and high throughput, enabling faster data access and improved application performance. The DS-6520B is built to handle high-density deployments and demanding workloads, making it suitable for virtualization, cloud environments, and big data analytics. The Brocade DS-6520B-8GB-48P is a key component for organizations looking to build a high-performance, resilient, and scalable SAN. Its 48 active ports provide ample room for growth and consolidation, while its advanced features ensure efficient operation and data integrity. This switch represents a significant investment in a robust storage networking foundation, capable of supporting the evolving needs of modern enterprises.
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