Brocade DS-8B3 EM-3252-0002 2Gb, 8 Active Ports, EMC Connectrix Fiber Channel

Overview
The Brocade DS-8B3 (EM-3252-0002) is a high performance 2Gb Fibre Channel module that delivers eight active ports in a compact, reliable package. Designed for EMC Connectrix environments, this module provides fast, low latency data transport for mission critical storage networks. It is an ideal upgrade for data centers that demand consistent throughput and seamless integration with existing Brocade and EMC infrastructure.

Key Features

• Eight active 2Gb Fibre Channel ports for high density connectivity
• Full compatibility with EMC Connectrix storage arrays and Brocade switches
• Hot pluggable design for zero downtime installation and maintenance
• Advanced error detection and correction to ensure data integrity
• Low power consumption and efficient thermal design for reduced operating costs
• Support for both point-to-point and switched fabric topologies

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: DS-8B3 (EM-3252-0002)
• Data rate: 2Gb per port
• Number of ports: 8 active
• Connector type: LC duplex
• Form factor: 1U rack mount module
• Power supply: 120V AC, 12V DC optional
• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 deg C
• Operating humidity: 20 to 80 percent non condensing
• Compliance: FCC, CE, RoHS

Applications
The DS-8B3 module is suited for a wide range of enterprise storage scenarios, including:

• High performance SAN deployments that require reliable 2Gb connectivity
• Data center consolidation projects where space and power efficiency are critical
• Disaster recovery and backup solutions that depend on fast, error free data transfer
• Virtualization environments that need consistent bandwidth for multiple virtual machines
• Large scale database and transaction processing systems that demand low latency

By integrating the Brocade DS-8B3 into your storage network, you gain a scalable, robust solution that enhances performance while simplifying management and maintenance.