Name: FCX648-E-ADV Brocade 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Layer 2/3
Brand: Brocade
SKU: FCX648-E-ADV
Price: 596.40 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (115 reviews)

Product Overview
The FCX648-E-ADV is a high-capacity switch designed to deliver reliable, high-speed connectivity primarily in enterprise and data center network cores. It combines extensive port density with advanced routing features and hardware redundancy to maintain stable and efficient network traffic management.

General Information
Brand	Brocade
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 2, Layer 3, Managed Switch, Stackable Switch, Gigabit Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, 10G SFP+
Port Speed	10/100/1000Base-T,10G SFP+
UpLink Ports	4
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	176 Gbps
DRAM	512 MB
Flash Memory	64 MB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,SFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	16000

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, VRRP, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),SSH,Telnet,Web GUI (HTTP/HTTPS),SNMPv1/v2c/v3,USB Console
Security Features	802.1X,ACLs,Radius,TACACS+,DHCP Snooping,IP Source Guard,Storm Control,Port Security
Management Type	Managed
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SNMPv1/v2c/v3,SSH,Telnet,HTTP/HTTPS

Power & Cooling
Fans	2 (variable-speed, front-to-back)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3z, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.3x

Product Description
The Brocade FastIron CX 648 Switch is built to handle demanding network environments where high throughput and resilient performance matter. It is often found in enterprise campus cores, data centers, and service provider networks. Network administrators and IT professionals rely on it for robust connectivity and advanced routing features. Key Features Supports up to 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports with flexible 10GbE uplink options Delivers Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching with comprehensive protocol support Includes redundant power and cooling for uninterrupted operation Offers scalable performance with non-blocking architecture Integrates advanced security and management tools The switch’s design balances scalability with operational stability, enabling smooth network performance under heavy traffic loads. Its reliability and feature set make it a solid foundation for core network infrastructure, supporting complex environments without compromise.

Use Cases
The FCX648-E-ADV is typically deployed in environments where consistent, high-throughput network performance is critical, such as large enterprise campuses and midsize data centers. IT teams benefit from its robust hardware and flexible configuration options for demanding workloads. How It's Used: Core switch in enterprise networks supporting multiple VLANs and routing protocols Data center aggregation layer handling high-speed server and storage connections Edge routing for service providers requiring scalable port density Redundant network setups to ensure uptime and fault tolerance Supporting virtualization environments with high bandwidth and low latency By delivering dependable performance and scalability, this switch facilitates efficient network operations in environments that require both speed and resilience, helping maintain smooth connectivity and minimize downtime.

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FCX648-E-ADV Brocade 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Layer 2/3

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