Description
Product Overview
The BR-5140-1008-A is a Brocade 5100 switch designed for enterprise storage networks. It is a rack-mountable device with 40 ports that support 8GB Fibre Channel, a high-speed networking protocol used to connect storage devices to servers. In this article, we will discuss the features and benefits of the BR-5140-1008-A switch, its technical specifications, and the use cases where it can be deployed.
Features and Benefits
The Brocade 5100 switch offers a range of features that make it a popular choice for enterprise storage networks. Some of the key benefits of the switch include:
High performance: The BR-5140-1008-A switch supports 8GB Fibre Channel, which delivers high-speed connectivity between servers and storage devices. This allows for faster data transfers and improved application performance.
Scalability: The switch has 40 ports, which can be expanded using additional switches to support larger storage networks. The Brocade 5100 also supports port trunking, which allows multiple ports to be combined to create a higher bandwidth connection.
Reliability: The switch is designed for high availability, with redundant power supplies and cooling fans. It also supports hot-swappable components, allowing for maintenance and upgrades to be performed without disrupting the network.
Security: The Brocade 5100 switch supports a range of security features, including authentication, encryption, and zoning. These features help to ensure that data is kept secure and only accessed by authorized users.
Technical Specifications
The BR-5140-1008-A switch has the following technical specifications:
- Ports: 40 x 8GB Fibre Channel
- Maximum throughput: 680 Gbps
- Latency: 700 nanoseconds
- Management: CLI, SNMP, HTTP, SMI-S
- Dimensions: 1.72″ x 16.93″ x 12.02″
- Weight: 18.1 lbs
- Power supply: 2 x 580W AC
Use Cases
The Brocade 5100 switch is suitable for a wide range of enterprise storage network deployments. Some of the most common use cases include:
Data centers: The high performance and scalability of the switch make it ideal for use in large data center environments. The switch can be used to connect servers to storage devices, providing fast and reliable access to data.
Virtualized environments: The Brocade 5100 switch is compatible with a range of virtualization technologies, including VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V. This makes it a good choice for virtualized environments where storage connectivity is critical.
Backup and recovery: The switch can be used to connect backup devices to servers, allowing for fast and efficient backups and restores. The high availability and reliability of the switch also ensure that backups are completed without interruption.
Overall, the BR-5140-1008-A Brocade 5100 switch is a high-performance, scalable, and reliable switch that is well-suited for enterprise storage networks. With 40 ports that support 8GB Fibre Channel, it provides fast and secure connectivity between servers and storage devices. Its range of features, including high availability, security, and scalability, make it a popular choice for data centers, virtualized environments, and backup and recovery applications.
General Information about the Brocade BR-5140-1008-A
- Brand Name: Brocade
- Part Number or SKU # BR-5140-1008-A
- Device Type: Networking Switch
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces :
- 1 X 10base-T/100base-Tx – Rj-45 – Management
- 1 X Rs-232 – Rj-45 – Management
- Usb : 1 X 40 X 4GB Fibre Channel – Lc
- Installed Modules Qty (Max) : 40 (Installed) / 40 (Max)
Power
- Power Device : Power Supply – Hot-Plug / Redundant
- Installed Qty : 2
- Voltage Required : Ac 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
- Power Consumption Operational : 91 Watt
