Name: 32-Port 8-Gbps Blade Switch Plug-in Module, No SFP Transceivers
Brand: Brocade
Price: 224.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Brocade FC8-32 32-Port 8-Gbps Blade Switch Plug-in Module, No SFP Transceivers

Product Overview The Brocade FC8-32 is a high-performance 32-port 8-Gbps blade switch plug-in module designed to deliver reliable, low-latency connectivity for modern data centers and enterprise networks. Engineered for seamless integration into Broc... Read More

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Manufacturer: Brocade
Model or Part: FC8-32
Condition: Refurbished
Weight: 22.00lb
Dimensions: 22.00in x 18.00in x 6.00in

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Description

Product Overview

The Brocade FC8-32 is a high-performance 32-port 8-Gbps blade switch plug-in module designed to deliver reliable, low-latency connectivity for modern data centers and enterprise networks. Engineered for seamless integration into Brocade's BladeSwitch family, this module offers scalable bandwidth without the need for external SFP transceivers.

Key Features

32 high-speed 8-Gbps ports in a compact blade form factor
NoSFP design eliminates the requirement for separate transceiver modules
Low power consumption and efficient heat dissipation for dense deployments
Full support for Brocade's advanced routing, switching, and security features
Plug-and-play installation with hot-swappable capability in compatible chassis
Comprehensive diagnostics via SNMP, CLI, and REST APIs
Robust build quality with industry-standard reliability metrics

Technical Specifications

Port Count: 32 x 8 Gbps Ethernet ports
Form Factor: Blade module (2U height)
Power Consumption: Typical 120 Watts per module
Operating Temperature: 0 to 70 degrees Celsius
Fan Speed: Passive cooling, no additional fans required
Supported Protocols: Ethernet, FCoE, VLAN, QoS, LLDP, STP, RSTP, MSTP
Management Interfaces: SNMPv2c/v3, CLI over SSH/Telnet, REST API
Compatibility: Brocade BladeSwitch 1000 and later chassis models

Applications

High-density data center fabric upgrades where space and power are at a premium
Enterprise campus networks requiring fast, low-latency interconnects between servers and storage arrays
Virtualization platforms that benefit from rapid 8 Gbps links for VM migration and storage traffic
Storage area network (SAN) environments needing reliable FCoE support without additional transceivers
Cloud service providers looking to scale bandwidth while minimizing cabling complexity

The Brocade FC8-32 blade switch plug-in module empowers IT teams to build agile, high-throughput networks with minimal operational overhead. Its no-SFP design reduces cable clutter and simplifies inventory management, making it an ideal choice for organizations that demand performance, reliability, and ease of deployment in equal measure.