Name: DS-32B2 EMC 32-Port 2Gbps Fibre Channel Brocade 3902 Silkworm Switch
Brand: EMC
SKU: DS-32B2
Price: 381.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The DS-32B2 EMC Brocade 3902 Silkworm is a 32-port Fibre Channel switch designed to provide dependable high-speed connections in storage networks. It fits well within enterprise SAN environments, supporting efficient data exchange between servers and storage devices while ensuring network stability.

General Information
Brand	EMC
Part Number	DS-32B2
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	32-Ports
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	SFP, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	2 Gbps
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Connector Type	SFP

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	Port zoning, Role-based access control (RBAC), SSH, SNMPv3
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, Telnet, SNMP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Product Description
The DS-32B2 is a 32-port external Fibre Channel switch that provides fast and stable connections for storage networks. It is commonly used in data centers and enterprise environments to manage storage traffic efficiently. Built for reliability and speed, this switch helps maintain smooth data flow between servers and storage devices. Key Features Delivers 2Gbps throughput per port for consistent performance Integrates seamlessly with EMC Brocade 3902 Silkworm systems Offers scalable connectivity for growing storage needs Designed to reduce latency and improve data transfer speeds Includes management tools for easy network oversight This switch is often found in SAN deployments where stable, high-speed connections are critical. It helps businesses handle large volumes of data without bottlenecks, making it a practical choice for organizations focused on reliable storage infrastructure.

Use Cases
The DS-32B2 EMC Brocade 3902 Silkworm switch is primarily deployed in enterprise storage area networks where consistent, high-speed connectivity between servers and storage arrays is critical. It is suited for IT environments that require scalable SAN fabrics to manage large volumes of data with low latency. How It's Used: Data center SAN deployments connecting multiple storage arrays to virtualization hosts for optimized resource allocation. Enterprise backup and disaster recovery infrastructures requiring high-throughput and reliable Fibre Channel connectivity. High-performance computing clusters within research institutions needing fast, dedicated storage networks. Large-scale database environments where consistent low-latency access to storage is essential for transaction processing. Media and entertainment companies managing extensive digital content across shared storage platforms. This switch facilitates operational efficiency by enabling robust and scalable SAN architectures that support demanding workloads. Its integration into existing EMC environments streamlines storage networking, helping maintain performance consistency and network stability as infrastructure scales.

DS-32B2 EMC 32-Port 2Gbps Fibre Channel Brocade 3902 Silkworm Switch

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Management and Configuration

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases