Brocade DS-5000B EMC 4Gbps Switch, Fibre Channel Switch 32-Port

Brocade DS-5000B EMC 4Gbps Switch, Fibre Channel Switch 32-Port
Brocade DS-5000B EMC 4Gbps Switch, Fibre Channel Switch 32-Port
The Brocade DS-5000B, marketed as the EMC 4Gbps Switch, is a high-performance Ethernet fabric designed for mission critical data centre environments. It delivers reliable, low-latency connectivity at 4Gbps per port, enabling seamless integration of s... Read More
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  • In Stock: 6
  • Manufacturer: Brocade
  • Model or Part: DS-5000B
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 115.00lb
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OverviewThe Brocade DS-5000B, marketed as the EMC 4Gbps Switch, is a high-performance Ethernet fabric designed for mission critical data centre environments. It delivers reliable, low-latency connectivity at 4Gbps per port, enabling seamless integration of servers, storage arrays and networking equipment. Built with robust hardware and intelligent traffic management, the DS-5000B helps IT teams maintain high availability while simplifying network architecture.


Key Features

  • 4Gbps full-duplex Ethernet ports for fast data transfer
  • Non-blocking architecture ensures consistent performance under load
  • Advanced flow control and congestion avoidance to protect sensitive applications
  • Modular design with hot-swap capability for easy maintenance and upgrades
  • Comprehensive management via CLI, SNMP and web-based interfaces
  • Support for VLAN tagging, QoS and link aggregation for flexible network design

Technical Specifications

  • Port count: 24 x 4Gbps RJ45 ports
  • Backplane capacity: 96Gbps non-blocking
  • Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
  • Power supply: Dual redundant 500W hot-swappable units
  • Dimensions: 44.5 x 17.5 x 4.3 inches (H x W x D)
  • Weight: 45 lbs
  • Standards compliance: IEEE 802.3, 802.1Q, 802.1p
  • Management protocols: SNMPv2c/v3, RMON, Telnet, SSH

Typical Applications

  • Enterprise data centre core and aggregation layers
  • High-performance computing clusters requiring low latency interconnects
  • Virtualised server farms and cloud infrastructure
  • Storage area networks (SAN) that need reliable, high-speed Ethernet links
  • Mission critical financial trading platforms where speed and reliability are paramount

The Brocade DS-5000B EMC 4Gbps Switch offers a blend of speed, reliability and manageability that makes it an ideal choice for organisations seeking to future-proof their network while delivering consistent performance for demanding workloads.