Name: EM-6510-24-8G-R EMC 6510 48-Port 8Gbps Fibre Channel SAN Switch
Brand: EMC
SKU: EM-6510-24-8G-R
Price: 444.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The EM-6510-24-8G-R switch provides 48 active 8Gb/s Fibre Channel ports tailored for SAN environments requiring stable and efficient storage communication. It fits well into data center racks and supports extensive storage networking needs while maintaining low latency and high throughput.

General Information
Brand	EMC

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	8Gbps
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The EM-6510-24-8G-R is a Fibre Channel switch built for managing large-scale storage area networks. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise environments that require robust connectivity and high throughput for storage traffic. Storage administrators and network engineers often rely on this switch to maintain consistent performance and reliability. Key Features High port density with 48 active SFP ports to support extensive SAN connections 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speed ensuring quick data transfers across storage nodes Advanced traffic management capabilities for smooth data flow and minimal congestion Compact design suitable for rack deployments in storage clusters Built-in reliability features to maintain continuous operation in critical environments This switch plays an essential role in facilitating dependable storage networking. Its design supports the consistent delivery of data between servers and storage units, maintaining operational stability. The combination of speed and port capacity helps to meet the demands of growing storage infrastructures without sacrificing performance.

Use Cases
This switch is typically deployed in enterprise storage networks and large data centers where high bandwidth and port density are critical. It serves environments needing reliable storage communication and scalability. Network professionals managing storage fabrics benefit from its consistent performance and robust design. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays and servers in enterprise SAN deployments Supporting virtualization environments requiring high-speed storage access Facilitating data replication and backup processes in storage clusters Integrating into rack-mounted SAN arrays for consolidated storage management Maintaining low-latency communication in database and application hosting centers By providing stable, high-throughput connections, this switch helps streamline storage traffic flow and scalability. It supports complex storage fabrics with reliability that aligns with the demands of enterprise data environments.