Enterprise SAN Switch – Brocade 6505 Network Hardware Featuring Stable 8Gbps FC Bandwidth , 24 Interface Expandable Frame And Standard 1U Rack

BR-6505-12-0R is a Brocade 6505 Gen 5 Fibre Channel Switch purpose-built for entry-level enterprise SANs, small-to-mid data centers, and virtualized storage environments. It delivers 8Gbps high-speed FC performance with enterprise reliability, ideal for daily storage networking, backup, and disaster recovery workloads.

This unit features a 24-port SFP+ chassis with 12 ports factory-activated, and comes with 12*8Gb shortwave (SW) SFP+ transceivers for out-of-the-box deployment. Supporting auto-sensing of 2/4/8/16Gbps FC speeds, it offers flexible Ports-on-Demand (PoD) scalability to expand up to 24 ports as your business grows.

Designed as a 1U rack-mountable form factor, it saves valuable cabinet space while ensuring efficient heat dissipation. Powered by Brocade Fabric OS, it provides advanced management, diagnostic tools, and robust security features to simplify SAN deployment and maintenance. A single fixed power supply ensures stable operation for non-redundant environments.

• Gen 5 8Gbps FC Performance: Reliable for enterprise storage and virtualization workloads
• Pre-Configured & Ready-to-Use: 12 active ports + 12*8Gb SW SFP+ modules included
• 24-Port Scalable Chassis: Expandable to full 24 ports via PoD licensing
• 1U Compact Design: Rack-mountable for space-saving data center deployment
• Enterprise-Grade OS: Brocade Fabric OS with advanced management and security
• Cost-Effective SAN Solution: Ideal for small-to-mid-sized data centers

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