Brocade G720 48-Port 64G Fibre Channel Switch
Brand: Broadcom | Category: Network Switches
SKU: BROCADE-G720-48-PORT-FIBRE-CHA | Part #: BROCADE-G720-48-PORT-FIBRE-CHA | MPN: SKU-BROCADE-G720-48-PORT-FIBRE-CHA
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About the Brocade G720 48-Port 64G Fibre Channel Switch
The Brocade G720 48-Port 64G Fibre Channel Switch is an advanced enterprise-grade SAN switch designed for large-scale storage networks demanding maximum performance and availability. Featuring 48 ports at 64Gbps, it delivers unprecedented throughput and ultra-low latency, supporting the most data-intensive applications. The G720’s sophisticated architecture includes high-availability features such as redundant power supplies and hot-swappable modules, ensuring continuous operation. Its fabric services encompass advanced zoning, virtualization, multi-pathing, and fabric provisioning, providing a flexible and resilient SAN environment. This switch is ideal for data centers requiring high bandwidth, scalability, and enterprise security. Its comprehensive management suite allows precise control over network configurations, monitoring, and troubleshooting. Built with Broadcom’s reliable Fibre Channel technology, the G720 ensures optimal performance and long-term investment protection. It’s the perfect solution for expanding enterprise SANs with demanding throughput and uptime requirements.
- 48x 64Gbps Fibre Channel ports for maximum throughput
- High-availability architecture with redundant components
- Advanced fabric services including virtualization and multi-pathing
- Secure and scalable design for enterprise SANs
- Comprehensive management tools for detailed control
- Ideal for large-scale, high-demand storage environments
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Broadcom |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | BROCADE-G720-48-PORT-FIBRE-CHA |
| Part Number | BROCADE-G720-48-PORT-FIBRE-CHA |
| MPN | SKU-BROCADE-G720-48-PORT-FIBRE-CHA |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mount |
| Port Count | 48 Fibre Channel ports |
| Switching Capacity | over 6.4 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | over 4.8 Bpps (billion packets per second) |
| Fabric Speed | 64 Gbps per port |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mount |
| Management Interface | CLI, Web GUI, SNMP |
| Supported Protocols | Fibre Channel, FCoE |
| Power Supply | Redundant hot-swappable power supplies |
| Latency | Less than 500 nanoseconds |
| Compatibility | Broadcom-based Fibre Channel SAN environments |
Frequently Asked Questions about Brocade G720 48-Port 64G Fibre Channel Switch
What does the Brocade G720 48-Port 64G Fibre Channel Switch do?
The Brocade G720 48-Port 64G Fibre Channel Switch is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
What are the headline specs of the Brocade G720 48-Port 64G Fibre Channel Switch?
Key specifications for the Brocade G720 48-Port 64G Fibre Channel Switch: new condition; port count 48 Fibre Channel ports; switching capacity over 6.4 Tbps; forwarding rate over 4.8 Bpps (billion packets per second); fabric speed 64 Gbps per port; form factor 1U Rack-mount; management interface CLI, Web GUI, SNMP. Manufacturer part number SKU-BROCADE-G720-48-PORT-FIBRE-CHA. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the Brocade G720 48-Port 64G Fibre Channel Switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The Brocade G720 48-Port 64G Fibre Channel Switch interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.