Name: EM-7840-B-001 Brocade 7840 16Gb/s 24-Port Fibre Channel + 16x10GbE 2U Switch
Brand: Brocade
SKU: EM-7840-B-001
Price: 4944.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Brocade 7840 switch brings together Fibre Channel and 10 Gigabit Ethernet capabilities in a 2U rack-mountable unit. It serves as a versatile component in storage networks, handling data traffic between servers and storage systems efficiently. Its blend of ports and manageable design makes it suitable for data centers requiring reliable and expandable SAN solutions.

General Information
Brand	Brocade
Part Number	EM-7840-B-001
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	24 x 16Gb/s Fibre Channel ports, 16 x 10GbE SFP+ expansion slots
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	10G SFP+, SFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	16Gb/s,10Gb/s
UpLink Ports	16 x 10GbE SFP+ expansion slots (can be used as uplinks)
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Connector Type	SFP+,SFP

Management and Configuration
Security Features	Zoning, Access Control Lists (ACLs), Port security, Fabric services
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, Telnet, HTTPS, SNMP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fan modules (chassis-based, typical for this class)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	2U rack-mount (standard 19" rack) - depth not specified
Weight	4.00

Product Description
The Brocade 7840 is a manageable Fibre Channel switch designed to connect storage devices and servers in enterprise data centers. It is often found in SAN (Storage Area Network) environments where high-speed data transfers and reliable connectivity are critical. Built for storage administrators and IT professionals, the switch combines Fibre Channel and 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports to provide flexible expansion options. Key Features Offers consistent 16Gb/s Fibre Channel throughput for demanding workloads Includes 24 ports for Fibre Channel connections and 16 slots for 10GbE expansion cards Compact 2U form factor fits standard rack enclosures efficiently Enables 40 Gigabit Ethernet extension to support modern network infrastructures Manageable interface simplifies configuration and monitoring of network traffic This switch is typically deployed in enterprise storage networks, where it acts as a backbone for connecting multiple storage arrays and servers. Its configuration flexibility allows organizations to scale their SAN infrastructure without sacrificing performance. The Brocade 7840 helps maintain smooth data flow in environments that demand high availability and speed.

Use Cases
The Brocade 7840 switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and large-scale storage networks that demand high throughput and low latency. It is especially suited for IT teams managing mixed Fibre Channel and Ethernet environments requiring scalable, rack-mountable SAN solutions. How It's Used: Integrating storage clusters in hyperscale data centers to support virtualization workloads with high bandwidth needs. Connecting SAN fabrics in enterprise IT infrastructures for consolidated storage access across multiple server farms. Facilitating seamless 40 Gigabit Ethernet extensions in data centers that combine Fibre Channel storage with Ethernet-based IP traffic. Deploying in managed service provider (MSP) environments to offer scalable and secure storage networking to multiple clients. Supporting disaster recovery sites by enabling high-speed, reliable storage replication over extended distances. This switch enhances operational efficiency by providing flexible connectivity options and a manageable form factor that fits standard racks. Its ability to integrate Fibre Channel and Ethernet traffic helps organizations scale storage networking capacity without disrupting existing infrastructure.