Name: BR-VDX6740-48-F Brocade 48-Port 10GbE Rack-Mount Switch
Brand: Brocade
SKU: BR-VDX6740-48-F
Price: 1244.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The BR-VDX6740-48-F switch provides high-density 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity designed for modern data center and enterprise networks. It fits into network fabrics that require scalable and efficient traffic handling, offering a compact solution tailored to high-performance environments.

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	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10G SFP+, 40G QSFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10Gbps
UpLink Ports	6
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1440 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	1073.7 Mpps
DRAM	2 GB
Flash Memory	4 GB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP+,USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45)

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI (SSH, Telnet), Web GUI (HTTP/HTTPS), SNMP (v1/v2c/v3), Out-of-band Management (RJ-45), Serial Console (RJ-45), USB
Security Features	RADIUS, TACACS+, 802.1X, ACLs, MAC authentication, DHCP snooping, IP source guard, Storm control
Management Type	Managed
Security	802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,ACLs
Remote Management Protocol	SNMPv1/v2c/v3,SSH,HTTP/HTTPS,Telnet

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans (front-to-back cooling)
Power	100-240V AC (autosensing)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, cULus
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1s

Product Description
The BR-VDX6740-48-F is a robust network switch designed to deliver high-speed connectivity and reliable performance. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise networks where a large number of 10GbE ports are needed to handle demanding workloads. Engineered for network administrators and IT professionals, this switch supports scalable fabric architectures and offers consistent throughput for virtualization and cloud environments. It is built to integrate seamlessly into complex network topologies, streamlining traffic flow and enhancing network efficiency. Key Features Provides 48 fixed 10GbE ports to accommodate high-density connections Delivers low latency suitable for performance-sensitive applications Supports advanced fabric networking for simplified management Compact design facilitates dense rack deployments Offers robust reliability for continuous operation in demanding environments This switch plays a key role in maintaining fast and dependable network communication, essential for supporting large-scale IT infrastructure. Its balance of performance and compact design helps organizations optimize physical space without sacrificing capability.

Use Cases
The BR-VDX6740-48-F switch is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise IT setups where high port density and low latency are critical. It benefits network teams managing virtualization, storage clusters, and high-throughput applications that demand consistent network performance. How It's Used: Connecting servers and storage in large data center racks for virtualization environments Forming part of a fabric in enterprise networks to streamline traffic and simplify management Supporting edge computing deployments requiring robust 10GbE connectivity Integrating into high-performance computing clusters where low latency is essential Facilitating network scalability in growing IT infrastructures By providing reliable and scalable connectivity, the BR-VDX6740-48-F helps maintain efficient operations and adapts well as network demands evolve. Its design supports ongoing performance needs without compromising rack space or operational simplicity.