Name: BR-6510-48-8G-R Brocade 6510 48-Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel FC Switch
Brand: Brocade
SKU: BR-6510-48-8G-R
Price: 2724.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The BR-6510-48-8G-R switch delivers consistent 8Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity across 48 active ports, positioning it as a core component in enterprise and data center storage networks. Its design focuses on high density and dependable performance, fitting well into SAN fabrics where speed and reliability are essential.

General Information
Brand	Brocade

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	8Gbps
Generation	Gen 5
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 7.x, VMware ESXi 8.x, RHEL 8, RHEL 9, SLES 15, Solaris, AIX

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	1U Rackmount
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus

Product Description
The BR-6510-48-8G-R is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch designed to facilitate fast and reliable storage networking. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise storage networks, providing a backbone for SAN infrastructure. Built for IT professionals and storage administrators, this switch enables efficient management of large-scale storage environments. Key Features Delivers 8Gb/s speed on all 48 active SFP ports to ensure quick data transfers Offers advanced fabric services for optimized SAN traffic handling Compact form factor suitable for rack deployments in storage clusters Supports low latency operation to maintain application responsiveness Includes robust management tools for monitoring and configuring the switch This switch plays a crucial role in maintaining seamless storage connectivity and boosting the overall SAN performance. Its reliability and throughput capabilities make it a solid choice for environments requiring consistent data flow and access.

Use Cases
The BR-6510-48-8G-R switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and large storage area networks where high-throughput, low-latency connectivity is necessary. Storage administrators and IT teams use this switch to build scalable and efficient SAN fabrics that support heavy workloads. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays in data centers requiring fast data replication and backup Supporting virtualization environments with high I/O demands Integrating within SAN clusters for enterprise IT infrastructure Deploying in rack-mounted configurations for space-efficient storage networking Facilitating disaster recovery setups with reliable high-speed links By offering stable and rapid Fibre Channel connections, the BR-6510-48-8G-R enhances the performance and scalability of storage networks. Its robust architecture supports continuous operation under demanding conditions, helping to maintain efficient data flow.