Name: BR-6510 Brocade 16Gbps 48-Port 24-Active Fibre Channel SAN Switch
Brand: Brocade
SKU: BR-6510
Price: 2974.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The BR-6510 - Brocade 16Gbs 48-Ports 24-Active Ports Managed FC SAN Switch functions as a high-capacity Fibre Channel switch designed for storage networks requiring scalable and efficient connectivity. It fits well into enterprise SAN architectures, delivering fast, managed access to storage resources while supporting key features for fabric control and reliability.

General Information
Brand	Brocade

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	16Gbps
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	NPIV Support, 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, UL, TUV

Product Description
The BR-6510 is a managed Fibre Channel SAN switch designed to provide high-performance connectivity for storage networks. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise storage environments where robust and efficient storage fabric is essential. The switch is built for IT professionals and storage administrators who require dependable and scalable SAN infrastructure. Key Features Offers 24 active ports capable of 16Gbps to handle heavy data throughput demands Supports comprehensive zoning and traffic management for secure and organized fabrics Provides resilient performance with built-in redundancy and fault tolerance Integrates seamlessly with existing storage and server hardware for flexible deployments Equipped with management tools for real-time monitoring and configuration This product plays a critical role in creating stable storage environments, ensuring data traffic flows smoothly and securely. Its reliable throughput and management features contribute to consistent SAN performance, minimizing downtime and complexity in storage fabric operations.

Use Cases
The BR-6510 is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and large storage environments where fast and reliable SAN connectivity is crucial. Organizations running virtualized workloads or large storage arrays benefit from its capacity to manage extensive traffic securely and efficiently. How It's Used: Connecting high-performance storage arrays in data center SAN fabrics Supporting virtualization infrastructures that require low-latency storage access Managing heavy storage traffic in enterprise IT storage clusters Enabling fabric zoning and segmentation for secure multi-tenant environments Facilitating scalable SAN topologies for growing storage needs By providing solid performance and management features, the BR-6510 helps maintain stable and scalable SAN environments. Its role in ensuring efficient data flow supports the operational demands of complex storage networks without excessive overhead.