Brocade 3250 SilkWorm 3250 BR- 8-Port 2Gbps SAN FC Fibre Channel Switch

Brocade 3250 SilkWorm 3250 BR- 8-Port 2Gbps SAN FC Fibre Channel Switch
Brocade 3250 SilkWorm 3250 BR- 8-Port 2Gbps SAN FC Fibre Channel Switch
The Brocade SilkWorm 3250 (BR-8-Port 2Gbps SAN FC Fibre Channel Switch) delivers reliable, high-performance connectivity for storage area networks. Designed for mid-size data centres, this compact 8-port switch provides full 2Gbps Fibre Channel throu... Read More
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$200.95
  • In Stock: 3
  • Manufacturer: Brocade
  • Model or Part: 3250
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 15.00lb
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Overview
The Brocade SilkWorm 3250 (BR-8-Port 2Gbps SAN FC Fibre Channel Switch) delivers reliable, high-performance connectivity for storage area networks. Designed for mid-size data centres, this compact 8-port switch provides full 2Gbps Fibre Channel throughput with low latency, enabling seamless data movement between servers, storage arrays and virtualization platforms.

Key Features

  • Eight 2Gbps FC ports in a single, space-saving chassis
  • Non-blocking architecture for consistent performance under load
  • Integrated fabric management tools for easy configuration and monitoring
  • Redundant power supply options for increased availability
  • Plug-and-play installation with auto-negotiation of link speed
  • Supports zoning, LUN masking and other security features to protect data traffic

Technical Specifications

  • Model number: 3250
  • Port type: 8 x 2Gbps Fibre Channel (FC) ports
  • Switching capacity: 16Gbps full duplex
  • Latency: less than 2 microseconds typical
  • Management interfaces: Serial console, Telnet, SNMP, web based GUI
  • Operating temperature: 0 to 40 deg C
  • Power: 110-240V AC, dual redundant power supplies optional
  • Dimensions: 1U rack-mountable, 19 inch width

Typical Applications

  • Connecting servers to SAN storage arrays in virtualised environments
  • Consolidating storage traffic for backup and disaster recovery solutions
  • Providing high-speed interconnects for clustered database systems
  • Enabling fast data replication between remote sites using Fibre Channel over IP gateways
  • Supporting mixed vendor SAN deployments with robust zoning capabilities

The SilkWorm 3250 offers a balance of performance, reliability and ease of use, making it an ideal choice for organisations looking to expand or upgrade their storage networking infrastructure without sacrificing simplicity or cost efficiency.