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Brocade FC8-48 Blade 48-Port 8GB Fc
The Brocade FC8-48 Blade is a high performance 48-port Fibre Channel module designed for blade server environments. It delivers 8Gbps data rates on each port, providing fast, reliable connectivity for storage area networks. This compact module fits i... Read More
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$239.95
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- In Stock: 28
- Manufacturer: Brocade
- Model or Part: FC8-48
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The Brocade FC8-48 Blade is a high performance 48-port Fibre Channel module designed for blade server environments. It delivers 8Gbps data rates on each port, providing fast, reliable connectivity for storage area networks. This compact module fits into standard blade chassis and offers low latency, high throughput and easy management, making it an ideal choice for data centers that demand scalable and efficient storage networking.
Key Features
- 48 native 8Gbps Fibre Channel ports for maximum bandwidth
- Hot-plug capable for non-disruptive maintenance and upgrades
- Integrated management interface with support for Brocade SAN tools
- Low power consumption per port to reduce overall data center energy costs
- Built-in error detection and correction to ensure data integrity
- Compatible with a wide range of Brocade blade chassis and switches
Technical Specifications
- Port count: 48
- Port speed: 8Gbps per port
- Connector type: LC duplex
- Form factor: Blade module (standard height)
- Power draw: approx 120 watts (typical)
- Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
- Operating humidity: 20 to 80 percent non-condensing
- Supported protocols: Fibre Channel, FCoE (with appropriate adapters)
- Management: SNMP, CLI, web based GUI via Brocade management suite
Applications
- Enterprise data center storage networking
- High performance computing clusters requiring fast storage access
- Virtualization environments with heavy I/O workloads
- Disaster recovery sites that need reliable, low latency connectivity
- Cloud service providers building scalable SAN fabrics
- Backup and archival systems that demand high throughput