Name: SILKWORM200E Brocade 16-Port 4Gbps Fibre Channel SAN Switch FC SFP
Brand: Brocade
SKU: SILKWORM200E
Price: 124.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The SILKWORM200E is a 16-port Fibre Channel switch specializing in SAN connectivity at 4Gbps speeds. It fits into enterprise storage networks, facilitating communication between servers and storage arrays while supporting fabric scalability and data zoning.

General Information
Brand	Brocade

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	4Gbps
Generation	N/A
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 7.x, VMware ESXi 8.x, RHEL 8, RHEL 9, SLES 15

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	1U Rack-mount
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The SILKWORM200E is a Fibre Channel SAN switch designed to connect storage devices and servers within a storage area network. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise IT environments where reliable, high-speed storage communication is essential. Built for IT professionals and network administrators, it supports the efficient transport of data across storage fabrics. Key Features Offers 16 ports operating at 4Gbps speeds to handle demanding storage traffic Compatible with Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) modules for versatile fiber optic cabling Includes advanced zoning capabilities to segment traffic for security and performance Delivers low latency to maintain quick response times within storage clusters Supports fabric services that enhance scalability and reliability in SANs This switch plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity and speed of storage networks, enabling smooth data flow between connected devices. Its reliable performance and traffic management help optimize storage fabric operations.

Use Cases
The SILKWORM200E is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and storage networks where stable and fast SAN connectivity is essential. It benefits organizations managing complex storage infrastructures requiring secure and efficient data transfer. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays and servers in mid-sized enterprise storage environments Facilitating SAN fabric segmentation through zoning in multi-tenant or shared data centers Supporting virtualization platforms with dedicated high-speed storage access Integrating into backup and disaster recovery setups needing consistent data replication Enhancing edge computing nodes with reliable storage connectivity By providing controlled, high-bandwidth connections, this switch supports operational efficiency and scalability in SAN fabrics. It ensures storage traffic is managed with minimal latency and high reliability across various enterprise workloads.