Name: 5300B Brocade 80-Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel 2U Rack-Mount FC Switch
Brand: Brocade
SKU: 5300B
Price: 754.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 5300B - Brocade 5300 Series 5300B functions as a high-capacity Fibre Channel switch mainly used in storage networks that require solid performance and reliability. It fits naturally into data center racks where space and throughput are key considerations, supporting enterprise-grade storage communication without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	Brocade
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	2U Rack
Switch Ports	80
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	8 Gbps
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP+

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,10/100Base-T
Security Features	RADIUS,TACACS+,SNMPv3,SSH,Port Binding
Management Type	Web GUI,CLI,SNMP
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,SNMP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Yes (hot-swappable)
Power Supply	Dual hot-swappable redundant AC power supplies

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The 5300B from the Brocade 5300 Series is a Fibre Channel switch tailored for storage area networks (SANs) requiring reliable and fast data handling. It is commonly found in data center environments where robust, high-throughput connectivity is essential. Built for IT professionals managing storage infrastructure, this switch supports environments where scalability and performance are critical factors. The design targets storage networking setups that demand consistent throughput and low latency. Key Features Delivers 80 ports capable of 8Gb/s speeds to handle large-scale storage traffic Includes comprehensive zoning capabilities for enhanced security and traffic management Employs a 2U rack-mount chassis to maximize data center space efficiency Offers resilient architecture to maintain uptime and reliability Compatible with a broad range of storage protocols and devices This switch plays a crucial role in maintaining steady communication between servers and storage systems, ensuring data moves with minimal delay. Its reliable performance supports sustained workloads without compromising connectivity. Engineered for stability and ease of integration, it provides practical value by simplifying SAN expansions and delivering consistent operational efficiency across various storage infrastructures.

Use Cases
This switch typically serves in environments where storage networking demands high port density and fast Fibre Channel connections. It benefits IT teams managing growing SAN deployments that rely on steady, secure data transport between servers and storage arrays. How It's Used: Data centers implementing large-scale SAN infrastructures with high throughput requirements Enterprise IT departments connecting diverse storage arrays and servers for efficient data access Organizations needing secure segmentation of storage traffic through zoning in virtualized environments Rack deployments requiring compact, high-density switches to conserve physical space Storage clusters that demand low-latency and consistent Fibre Channel connectivity In these scenarios, the 5300B supports operational continuity and performance, helping streamline storage traffic management and accommodate network growth without sacrificing reliability.