Name: BR-4100 Brocade SW4132 4GB 32-Port Fibre Channel SAN Switch
Brand: Brocade
SKU: BR-4100
Price: 596.40 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The BR-4100 - Brocade SW4132 4GB 32 x Active Ports SAN Switch facilitates efficient Fibre Channel SAN connectivity with 32 active ports running at 4Gbps. It fits within enterprise storage networks as a high-capacity switch optimized for stable and scalable fabric performance without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	Brocade
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	32
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	SFP
Port Speed	4 Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	256 Gbps
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Connector Type	SFP

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),10/100Base-T
Security Features	SSH,RADIUS,TACACS+,Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Management Type	CLI,Web GUI,SNMP
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The BR-4100 - Brocade SW4132 is a 32-port SAN switch delivering 4Gbps Fibre Channel speeds, designed for storage network environments where reliable and fast data transfer is essential. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise storage infrastructures where multiple servers and storage arrays interconnect. Built for storage administrators and IT professionals managing SAN fabrics, this switch offers dependable performance and supports a variety of SAN topologies. It often serves as a core or edge switch within Fibre Channel storage networks. Key Features High-density port count to enable significant device connectivity 4Gbps Fibre Channel speed ensures low latency and efficient data throughput Compatibility with standard SAN protocols and devices Designed for continuous operation in demanding data center conditions Management tools included for easier fabric administration This SAN switch provides stable and consistent performance critical to storage network functionality. Its robust design supports ongoing operations, helping maintain the integrity and speed of data transfer across the storage fabric. IT teams will find it a reliable component in managing enterprise storage networks.

Use Cases
The BR-4100 SAN switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and storage clusters where multiple servers and storage devices need fast, reliable interconnection. It suits environments requiring high availability and consistent data flow, especially in virtualization and backup infrastructures. How It's Used: Connecting multiple storage arrays and servers in data center SAN fabrics Serving as an edge switch in enterprise SAN topologies Supporting virtualization environments requiring stable storage access Integrating with backup appliances for efficient data protection workflows Facilitating SAN zoning and fabric segmentation for improved management By enabling stable and scalable connectivity across storage devices, the BR-4100 helps streamline SAN management and support reliable data operations within complex IT environments.