Name: BR-VDX6720-40-R Brocade 40-Port SFP+ 10GbE 2U Rack-Mount Switch
Brand: Brocade
SKU: BR-VDX6720-40-R
Price: 921.08 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The BR-VDX6720-40-R is a 2U switch that consolidates 40 SFP+ ports for high-speed 10Gb Ethernet connectivity. It fits seamlessly into data center racks, offering network teams a versatile platform to manage virtualized and traditional traffic efficiently. Its fabric-based architecture ensures low latency and scalable performance suitable for a range of enterprise networking needs.

General Information
Brand	Brocade
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 2, Layer 3, Managed Switch, Stackable Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	2U Rack
Switch Ports	40
Number of Ports	40-Ports
Port Type	SFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10 Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	800 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	1562500000 pps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI,Web GUI,SNMP,RMON,sFlow
Security Features	802.1X,ACLs,TACACS+,RADIUS,SSH
Management Type	Managed
Security	802.1X,ACLs,TACACS+,RADIUS
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,SNMPv1/v2c/v3

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

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

Product Description
The BR-VDX6720-40-R is a high-density switch designed to deliver reliable 10Gb Ethernet connectivity through 40 SFP+ ports. It is commonly found in data center environments and enterprise networks where compact, high-throughput switching is critical. This device is built for network administrators and IT teams who require efficient management of storage and data traffic across virtualized environments. Key Features Delivers low-latency switching with a scalable fabric architecture Supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols for flexible network design Equipped with redundant power supplies to ensure continuous operation Offers extensive virtualization support including VXLAN and fabric automation Designed to fit standard 2U rack spaces, optimizing data center footprint This switch provides the essential performance and reliability needed for modern networking infrastructures. Its robust feature set supports the demands of virtualization and cloud environments without compromising on speed or stability.

Use Cases
The BR-VDX6720-40-R switch is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise IT infrastructures where dense 10Gb connectivity is essential. It supports environments that require efficient management of virtualized workloads and high-throughput storage traffic. Network engineers and system administrators benefit from its flexibility and performance in managing complex network fabrics. How It's Used: Core switch in medium to large data centers handling storage and server traffic Aggregation switch in virtualized network environments supporting VXLAN overlays Deployment in enterprise IT networks requiring scalable and redundant 10Gb connectivity Integration in rack-mounted setups demanding compact, high-port density switches Supporting edge computing nodes with low-latency, high-bandwidth needs Its design and functionality help maintain efficient network operations, enabling scalable growth and stable performance in demanding IT settings. This switch aligns with the operational requirements of modern data centers and enterprise networks, enhancing overall infrastructure capabilities.