Name: DL-6505-24-16G-0R Brocade 6505 24-Port 16Gb Fibre Channel SAN Switch
Brand: Brocade
SKU: DL-6505-24-16G-0R
Price: 6749.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The DL-6505-24-16G-0R is a 24-port Fibre Channel SAN switch delivering 16Gbps connectivity tailored for storage network fabrics. It fits into mid-sized to large SAN deployments where fast, secure, and scalable interconnections are necessary to support storage traffic and enterprise operations.

General Information
Brand	Brocade

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	16Gbps
Generation	Gen 5
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	NPIV Support, Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 7.x, VMware ESXi 8.x, RHEL 8, RHEL 9, SLES 15, Solaris, AIX

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	1U Rackmount
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The DL-6505-24-16G-0R is a SAN switch designed for storage area networks requiring reliable and fast Fibre Channel connectivity. It is often found in enterprise data centers and storage clusters where consistent data transfer rates are essential. This switch is built for IT professionals managing complex network fabrics who need both performance and flexibility. Key Features Provides low-latency 16Gb Fibre Channel connections across 24 active ports Includes comprehensive fabric services such as advanced zoning and fabric-wide security Delivers robust scalability for growing SAN deployments Integrates energy-saving technologies to minimize power consumption Supports seamless interoperability with existing Fibre Channel infrastructures With its balanced mix of speed and manageability, this SAN switch plays a critical role in maintaining consistent data flow within storage environments. Its design emphasizes reliability and efficiency, ensuring effective network performance without unnecessary complexity.

Use Cases
This switch is typically deployed in enterprise storage area networks that demand high bandwidth and low latency. Environments such as data centers and virtualization clusters benefit from its throughput and fabric services. Storage administrators and network engineers rely on it to maintain consistent and scalable SAN performance. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays to servers in data center SANs for high-speed data transfers Supporting virtualization environments requiring dependable storage network performance Serving as a core switch in rack deployments within enterprise IT infrastructures Facilitating SAN fabric expansion in growing storage clusters Integrating with existing Fibre Channel networks to enhance bandwidth and security The DL-6505-24-16G-0R aids in sustaining operational efficiency by providing stable and scalable storage connectivity. It supports enterprise needs without overcomplicating network management, ensuring smooth data flow and consistent performance.