Brocade HTNS-BC23-N 12 x Ports 8GB Fiber Channel SAN Switch

SKU HTNS-BC23-N

Brand Brocade

12 x 8Gb Fibre Channel ports
Enterprise-grade SAN switching
Supports Fibre Channel Protocol (FCP)
Optimized for server-to-storage connectivity
High availability and reliability features
Facilitates efficient data access and management
Scalable for growing storage demands

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Key specifications

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Number of Ports: 12
Port Speed: 8 Gbps Fibre Channel
Product Type: SAN Switch
Form Factor: Rackmount (typically 1U)
Protocol Support: Fibre Channel (FCP)

Product details

The Brocade HTNS-BC23-N is a 12-port 8Gb Fibre Channel SAN Switch, similar in function to the 5480 model, providing high-speed connectivity for enterprise storage environments. It ensures reliable data flow between servers and storage arrays.

Technical Information

Number of Ports	12
Port Speed	8 Gbps Fibre Channel
Product Type	SAN Switch

Additional Specifications

Form Factor	Rackmount (typically 1U)
Protocol Support	Fibre Channel (FCP)

Description

The Brocade HTNS-BC23-N is an enterprise-class Fibre Channel SAN switch designed to deliver high-performance and reliable connectivity within a storage area network. Featuring 12 ports capable of operating at 8Gbps, this switch provides the necessary bandwidth to support demanding applications, virtualized environments, and large-scale data storage solutions. It is engineered to ensure low latency and high throughput, critical factors for maintaining optimal performance in storage-intensive operations. This switch plays a crucial role in modern data centers by enabling efficient communication between servers and storage devices. It supports the Fibre Channel Protocol (FCP), the standard for SANs, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of servers, HBAs (Host Bus Adapters), and storage arrays. The HTNS-BC23-N is built with enterprise-grade features aimed at maximizing uptime and data integrity, making it suitable for mission-critical applications where data availability is paramount. By deploying the Brocade HTNS-BC23-N, organizations can establish a robust and scalable SAN infrastructure. This allows for better management of storage resources, improved data protection strategies, and enhanced overall system performance. The 8Gbps port speed offers a significant advantage for environments requiring rapid data access, such as high-transaction databases, video editing, or large-scale virtualization deployments, contributing to increased productivity and operational efficiency.

Condition: Refurbished