Name: DS-6505B EMC Brocade 24 x Ports 16GbE (12 x Ports Active)1U Rack-mountable Fibre Channel SAN Switch
Brand: Brocade
SKU: DS-6505B
Price: 791.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The DS-6505B EMC Brocade Fibre Channel switch manages high-speed connections between storage arrays and servers in data centers. It fits well in rack-mounted environments where space and performance balance is essential, providing a reliable backbone for SAN architectures.

General Information
Brand	Brocade
Part Number	DS-6505B
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	24 ports (12 active)
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	16 Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	768 Gbps (full duplex aggregate: 24 x 16 Gbps)
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP+

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	Zoning (WWN-based zoning), Role-based access control, RADIUS/TACACS+ authentication, SSH, SNMPv3 support, WWN filtering
Security	Zoning, WWN filtering, Role-based access control, RADIUS/TACACS+, SSH, SNMPv3
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, HTTPS, SNMPv3, Telnet, Serial Console (RJ-45)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1U rack-mount (height 1.75 in)
Weight	5.00

Product Description
The DS-6505B EMC Brocade SAN switch is built for storage area networks requiring fast and reliable data transfer. It often appears in data centers where high-speed connectivity and scalability are crucial for managing storage traffic. Typically used by IT professionals managing enterprise storage infrastructure, this switch supports multiple servers and storage arrays efficiently. Its 16Gb Fibre Channel ports deliver consistent performance, making it suitable for environments demanding low latency and high throughput. Key Features Offers a mix of 24 ports with 12 active for optimizing network design Delivers 16Gbps Fibre Channel speeds for fast data access Compact 1U rack form factor fits into standard data center racks Facilitates high availability and redundancy in SAN setups Compatible with EMC storage solutions for seamless integration This switch is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers and storage-heavy operations where space efficiency and performance are priorities. It helps maintain smooth data flow between servers and storage devices, ensuring business continuity and efficient resource use.

Use Cases
The DS-6505B EMC Brocade Fibre Channel switch is designed for environments requiring robust, high-throughput SAN connectivity, such as data centers and enterprise storage networks. It is particularly suited for IT teams managing virtualization environments or storage clusters where reliable, low-latency data transfers are critical. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays to servers in medium-sized data centers to ensure consistent high-speed SAN communication. Supporting virtualization infrastructures that demand stable and scalable storage networking. Enabling edge computing deployments with limited rack space by leveraging its 1U form factor. Facilitating performance-intensive workloads like database management and analytics in enterprise IT environments. Integrating storage clusters for disaster recovery and business continuity setups within campus networks. This switch enhances operational efficiency by consolidating SAN traffic in compact rack deployments, allowing seamless scalability and dependable performance for storage-centric applications. Its optimized port configuration supports critical storage workflows without compromising network stability.

DS-6505B EMC Brocade 24 x Ports 16GbE (12 x Ports Active)1U Rack-mountable Fibre Channel SAN Switch

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Management and Configuration

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases