Name: BR-VDX6740-24-F Brocade 48 SFP+ 24 Active 10GBase-X 4 QSFP+ Switch
Brand: Brocade
SKU: BR-VDX6740-24-F
Price: 444.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The BR-VDX6740-24-F offers a balance of port density and performance, designed specifically for environments that require scalable 10G connectivity. It fits neatly into rack deployments where efficient airflow and compact sizing are priorities, providing a reliable backbone for complex network topologies.

General Information
Brand	Brocade
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 2, Layer 3, Managed Switch, Stackable Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	SFP+,QSFP+
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10G,40G
UpLink Ports	4
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	800 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	1562.5 Mpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP+,Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP, VRRP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI (Console/SSH),Web GUI,Telnet,SNMP
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,SSH,Port Security
Management Type	Out-of-Band Management,In-Band Management
Remote Management Protocol	SNMPv1/v2/v3,SSH,Telnet,RADIUS,TACACS+

Power & Cooling
Fans	Front-to-Back airflow, hot-swappable fans
Power Supply	Dual hot-swappable AC power supplies (redundant)

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

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The BR-VDX6740-24-F is a compact, high-density Gigabit Ethernet switch commonly found in data centers and enterprise network cores. It delivers 24 active 10GBase-X SFP+ ports along with 4 QSFP+ ports to support scalable, high-bandwidth connectivity. This switch is built for network administrators and IT teams who require reliable, rack-mounted switching with efficient cooling for demanding environments. Key Features High port density enabling efficient network scaling Front-to-back airflow tailored for optimized cooling in rack setups Supports both 10GBase-X and QSFP+ standards for diverse connectivity Low latency switching suitable for performance-sensitive applications Compact 1U form factor saves rack space while maintaining power This Gigabit Ethernet switch plays a critical role in maintaining robust network performance and reliability. Its engineering ensures consistent operation under heavy loads and contributes to streamlined data center air management. Users benefit from stable throughput and flexible deployment options within standard rack infrastructures.

Use Cases
The BR-VDX6740-24-F switch is suited for environments requiring robust 10G Ethernet connectivity and scalable network solutions. How It's Used: Aggregating server and storage connections in data centers Providing high-speed uplink connections for core network switches Supporting virtualization platforms with high bandwidth demands Connecting enterprise LAN segments with 10GBase-X interfaces Enabling low latency and high throughput for financial trading networks This switch is ideal for organizations looking to enhance their network performance with dense 10G connectivity and reliable uplink options.