Name: 3873-AR2 Lenovo Brocade 6505 24-Port 8Gbps Fibre Channel SAN Switch
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 3873-AR2
Price: 4752.25 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 3873-AR2 Lenovo Brocade 6505 FC SAN Switch provides dependable Fibre Channel switching capabilities designed for mid-sized SAN environments. It fits neatly into storage networks requiring steady connectivity and straightforward management, focusing on delivering consistent performance without complexity.

General Information
Brand	Lenovo

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	16Gbps
Generation	Gen 5
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Chipset / Controller	Broadcom/Brocade
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	1U Rackmount
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, TUV

Product Description
The 3873-AR2 Lenovo Brocade 6505 FC SAN Switch serves as an efficient connectivity solution for storage area networks, providing reliable Fibre Channel communication. It is commonly found in data center environments where SAN fabrics require stable and scalable switching components. IT professionals and network administrators often rely on this switch for managing storage traffic and enhancing SAN performance. Key Features Delivers consistent 8 Gbps Fibre Channel speeds across all ports Low power consumption suitable for dense rack deployments Supports advanced zoning capabilities for secure SAN segmentation Compact form factor optimized for space-constrained environments Compatible with industry-standard SAN management tools This switch plays a vital role in maintaining operational efficiency within storage networks. Its design balances performance and reliability, ensuring smooth data transfers and network stability. The 3873-AR2 switch's consistent throughput and manageable footprint make it a practical choice in a variety of SAN setups.

Use Cases
The 3873-AR2 Lenovo Brocade 6505 SAN Switch is ideal for environments requiring high-speed, reliable storage networking. How It's Used: Connecting servers to shared storage arrays in data centers Facilitating virtualization by providing fast SAN connectivity Implementing storage clustering for high availability Supporting backup and disaster recovery solutions Enhancing performance in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems By deploying this switch, organizations can ensure efficient data flow and scalability within their storage networks, supporting critical business applications.