Name: BR-6505-12-8G-1R EMC 24-Port 16Gb/s Fibre Channel SAN Switch 12 Active Ports
Brand: EMC
SKU: BR-6505-12-8G-1R
Price: 2562.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The BR-6505-12-8G-1R EMC Brocade 6505 switch provides essential Fibre Channel connectivity for SANs, focusing on delivering steady 16Gb/s speeds with 12 active ports. It fits well into storage network setups that require dependable data movement and manageable fabric integration, offering a solid foundation for enterprise storage solutions.

General Information
Brand	EMC
Part Number	BR-6505-12-8G-1R
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	24 (12 active)
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	16 Gb/s
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	384 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	48 Mpps
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP+ (16Gb Fibre Channel transceivers)

Performance
Latency	Low (wire-speed fabric switching)

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	RJ45, serial, USB, SNMP, Brocade Fabric OS
Management Interfaces	CLI, Fabric OS management via RJ45, serial, USB
Security Features	Zones, Buffer Credits, Fabric Watch (with Fabric OS 7.x)
Management Type	CLI, Web GUI (Brocade Fabric Tools/Webtools), SNMP
Security	VSAN,Port Zoning,Role-Based Access Control (RBAC),RADIUS,LDAP
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,SNMP

Power & Cooling
Fans	No (fanless)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.75″ × 17.2″ × 19.7″
Weight	18.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL
Compliant Standards	FC-16,FC-SW,FC-FS,SFP+ MSA

Product Description
The BR-6505-12-8G-1R is a Fibre Channel SAN switch built for storage area networks demanding reliable and swift data transfer. It’s commonly used in data centers to connect servers and storage arrays, helping ensure smooth access to critical data. Often found in enterprise environments, this switch benefits IT professionals managing storage infrastructure by providing consistent performance and scalability. Key Features Offers 12 active 16Gb/s Fibre Channel ports out of 24 total Enables high-speed, low-latency connectivity for SANs Supports zoning and advanced fabric services for security and management Integrates easily with existing Brocade SAN fabrics Compact design fits standard rack setups without extra space needs This switch is typically deployed within medium to large data centers where efficient storage networking is critical. It helps maintain stable, high-throughput connections between servers and storage resources without unnecessary downtime.

Use Cases
The EMC Brocade 6505 is commonly deployed in mid-sized data centers and enterprise storage environments that demand reliable Fibre Channel connectivity with controlled port activation. It is ideal for IT teams managing storage area networks where efficient bandwidth allocation and fabric integration are critical for performance and stability. How It's Used: Establishing dedicated SAN fabrics in enterprise IT infrastructures requiring consistent 16Gb/s data transfer rates. Supporting virtualization environments where multiple storage clusters need stable and low-latency connectivity. Deploying in rack-mounted storage arrays for SMBs seeking scalable and manageable SAN solutions. Integrating with high-availability storage systems in data centers that prioritize continuous data access and redundancy. Facilitating storage consolidation projects where controlled port activation aids in phased migration and network segmentation. This switch contributes to operational efficiency by providing a scalable platform that aligns with evolving storage demands. Its balanced port activation approach helps optimize resource utilization while maintaining performance consistency in complex SAN topologies.