Name: SW4132 Brocade 32-Port 4Gb Active Layer 2 SAN Switch
Brand: Brocade
SKU: SW4132
Price: 602.90 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The SW4132 Brocade 32 x Ports Active 4Gb Layer 2 SAN Switch handles storage traffic by providing numerous 4Gb Fibre Channel connections tailored for SAN environments. It fits well in data centers and enterprise storage setups where efficient Layer 2 switching supports the backbone of storage communications.

General Information
Brand	Brocade
Part Number	SW4132
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	32
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	SFP, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	4 Gbps Fibre Channel
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45), SSH, Telnet, SNMP
Security Features	SSH,RADIUS,TACACS+,SNMPv3
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, Telnet, SNMP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	4.00

Product Description
The SW4132 Brocade switch is built for managing storage area networks with 32 active 4Gb Fibre Channel ports, offering reliable and efficient data traffic flow. It’s often found in data centers where managing high volumes of storage traffic is critical, providing consistent performance for storage devices and servers. This switch is commonly used by IT professionals and storage administrators who require stable, low-latency connections between storage arrays and hosts. Its Layer 2 capabilities make it suitable for environments needing focused storage network management without the complexity of routing. Key Features Provides 32 ports with 4Gbps Fibre Channel speeds for fast data movement Supports Layer 2 SAN switching to simplify storage connectivity Offers high port density to accommodate large storage networks Includes feature support for zoning to enhance security and traffic management Ensures compatibility with a broad range of storage devices and servers This switch is typically deployed in enterprise SAN environments, including backup, archiving, and database storage networks. It plays a key role in maintaining smooth data flow and reliable storage access, crucial for businesses depending on fast and secure storage solutions.

Use Cases
The SW4132 Brocade 32-Port 4Gb Active Layer 2 SAN Switch is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers and large-scale storage networks requiring reliable and high-throughput Fibre Channel connectivity. It is ideal for IT teams managing complex SAN infrastructures that demand consistent low-latency performance and seamless data flow between storage arrays and servers. How It's Used: Connecting high-density storage clusters in enterprise IT environments to optimize backup and recovery operations. Supporting virtualization platforms by providing dedicated storage network paths in data centers. Integrating with SAN fabric topologies for improved scalability in mid-to-large scale storage deployments. Enabling rack deployments where consolidated SAN switching reduces cable complexity and enhances manageability. Facilitating disaster recovery sites with robust and redundant storage network connections across geographically distributed data centers. This switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent Layer 2 SAN switching performance, enabling storage administrators to scale their network infrastructure without compromising throughput or reliability. Its design supports the demands of growing storage environments, ensuring smooth data transfer and simplified fabric management.

SW4132 Brocade 32-Port 4Gb Active Layer 2 SAN Switch

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Management and Configuration

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases