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- In Stock: 74
- Manufacturer: Brocade
- Model or Part: BR-DCX-2164
- Condition: New
- Weight: 2.00lb
- Dimensions: 1.00in x 1.00in x 1.00in
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Overview
The Brocade BR-DCX-2164 is a high density 64 port Fibre Channel blade designed for Brocade DCX series chassis. It delivers 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity through mSFP transceivers, providing a compact and scalable solution for data centre SAN environments. This module enables rapid deployment of high performance storage networks while conserving space and power in the switch chassis.
Key Features
- 64 independent FC8 ports for maximum port density
- Supports 8Gb Fibre Channel over mSFP optics for flexible cabling options
- Hot pluggable design allows installation or removal without disrupting other ports
- Full compatibility with Brocade DCX-4 and DCX-6 switches
- Low power consumption per port reduces overall energy costs
- Built in error detection and correction to maintain data integrity
Technical Specifications
- Port count: 64 FC8 ports
- Data rate: 8 Gbps per port
- Interface: mSFP (mini Small Form Factor Pluggable)
- Form factor: Port blade for DCX chassis
- Operating temperature: 0 to 45 degrees Celsius
- Power supply: 120 V AC, 48 V DC optional
- Dimensions: Fits standard DCX slot, 1U height
Applications
- Enterprise data centre SAN deployments requiring high port density
- Virtualised environments with heavy storage traffic
- High performance computing clusters that need low latency storage connectivity
- Disaster recovery sites where reliable Fibre Channel links are critical
- Converged infrastructure solutions that integrate compute and storage
With the Brocade BR-DCX-2164, organisations can simplify their network architecture, increase bandwidth availability, and future proof their storage connectivity while maintaining a compact footprint within the DCX chassis.