Name: BR-VDX6740T-48-F Brocade 48-Port 10GBASE-T Layer 3 Switch
Brand: Brocade
SKU: BR-VDX6740T-48-F
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The Brocade VDX 6740T-48-F switch delivers 48 10GBASE-T ports for copper connectivity and 4 QSFP+ ports for 40GbE uplinks or stacking. It operates as a Layer 3 switch, providing routing capabilities essential for data center and campus network infrastructures. This combination supports scalable, high-density network deployments.

General Information
Brand	Brocade
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch, Stackable Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	48 x 10GBASE-T,4 x 40GbE QSFP+
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10GBase-T, 40G QSFP+
Port Speed	10G,40G
UpLink Ports	4 x 40GbE QSFP+
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1.28 Tbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI,Web GUI,SNMP
Security Features	802.1X,ACLs,SSH
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,SNMP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The Brocade VDX 6740T-48 is a Layer 3 switch featuring 48 copper 10GBASE-T ports paired with 4 QSFP+ ports capable of 40GbE connections. It is engineered to deliver robust switching and routing functions suitable for demanding data center and enterprise campus networks. This switch supports high-density 10 Gigabit Ethernet access with flexible uplink options, enabling scalable and efficient network designs. Network administrators and IT professionals can leverage its Layer 3 capabilities for optimized routing and segmentation. Key Features 48 RJ-45 10GBASE-T ports for connectivity over copper cabling 4 QSFP+ ports supporting 40GbE uplink or stacking configurations Layer 3 switching for routing and advanced network management Designed for data center and enterprise campus network deployment Supports scalable network architectures with high port density The Brocade VDX 6740T-48 switch provides a balanced solution for networks requiring a combination of high-speed copper access and high-bandwidth uplinks. Its Layer 3 functionality supports complex network topologies and routing needs, making it suitable for modern enterprise and data center environments.

Use Cases
The Brocade VDX 6740T-48-F is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise campus environments where high-density 10 Gigabit Ethernet access is needed alongside versatile uplink options. It supports workloads requiring efficient Layer 3 routing and scalable network architecture. How It's Used: Providing 10GBASE-T connectivity for servers and endpoints in data centers Serving as aggregation or access layer in enterprise campus networks Supporting 40GbE uplinks to core switches or for stacking multiple switches Implementing Layer 3 routing for traffic segmentation and network optimization Facilitating scalable network designs requiring high port density In operation, this switch plays a key role in managing network traffic efficiently and enabling network segmentation through Layer 3 functions. It supports a mix of copper access and higher-speed uplinks to meet varied network demands.

FAQ's
What type of ports does the BR-VDX6740T-48-F include? The switch includes 48 10GBASE-T RJ-45 ports for copper connections and 4 QSFP+ ports supporting 40GbE for uplinks or stacking. What Layer functionality does this switch provide? This Brocade VDX switch operates at Layer 3, enabling routing capabilities in addition to standard switching. Can the QSFP+ ports be used for stacking? Yes, the 4 QSFP+ ports support 40GbE connections, which can be used for uplinks or stacking multiple switches. Is this switch suitable for copper cabling environments? Yes, it offers 48 10GBASE-T ports that support copper cabling, suitable for environments using RJ-45 connections. Where is the BR-VDX6740T-48-F typically deployed? It is commonly deployed in data center and enterprise campus networks requiring high-density 10GbE access and Layer 3 routing. Does the switch support scalable network architectures? Yes, its combination of 10GBASE-T and 40GbE uplinks supports scalable and flexible network designs.