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At ETB Technologies we are committed to giving you the very best value for money on a huge range of IT equipment. In the unlikely event that you find the same product on sale in the UK at a lower price, we will match it.

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Warranty

Warranty

At ETB we’re confident in our testing procedures and the quality of the items we sell. For this reason we offer robust warranties on all orders. Everything apart from batteries and some clearance items are supplied with a minimum of 1-year warranty included, however the majority of our product range comes with a 3-year standard warranty.
We also offer the opportunity for you to upgrade your warranty to include onsite technical support.

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Delivery

UK next day delivery as standard and worldwide shipping available. Orders placed before 2pm which require no configuration will ship that day. For items requiring configuration or additional testing please allow an extra 24 hours. All orders are sent on fully tracked services and our team will keep you updated on the progress of your order.

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Brocade 6500 Series

Brocade 6500 Series Network Switches

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The Brocade 6500 series switches are designed to deliver high performance, scalability, and reliability for modern storage networking environments. These Fibre Channel switches are ideal for data-intensive applications, offering flexible deployment options and advanced management features.

With robust connectivity and scalability, the 6500 series is well-suited for enterprises looking to optimise their Storage area network infrastructure.

Brocade 6505, 6510 and 6520

The Brocade 6505 is an entry-level switch designed for small to medium-sized businesses, offering 12 to 24 ports with speeds of up to 16 Gbps. Compact and energy-efficient, it provides cost-effective scalability and seamless integration, making it ideal for smaller SAN environments or limited space.

For more demanding environments, the Brocade 6510 and 6520 offer mid-range and high-density solutions, respectively. The 6510 supports 24 to 48 ports with on-demand scalability and advanced features like Fabric Vision technology for proactive diagnostics and efficient performance. The 6520, designed for larger enterprises, delivers up to 96 ports, exceptional reliability, and modular architecture for mission-critical applications requiring robust, scalable connectivity.

Number of Ports: Up to 96 x SFP+

Transfer Rate: Up to 16GbE

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Fabric Vision Technology

The Brocade 6510 and 6520 switches feature Fabric Vision technology, offering advanced monitoring, diagnostics, and management tools. This technology provides insights into network health and performance, enabling proactive issue resolution and minimising downtime. Fabric Vision simplifies troubleshooting and ensures consistent availability.

These switches enhance visibility with detailed metrics and trend analysis, essential for optimising performance and planning growth. Tools like Monitoring and Alerting Policy Suite (MAPS) allow administrators to set thresholds and receive alerts for key performance indicators.

Aggregate Bandwidth: Up to 1.5Tb/s

Supported Operating System: Fabric OS

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At ETB Technologies, we offer a range of Brocade 6500 series switches backed by a 1-year return-to-base warranty. Our experienced team is available to assist with any questions about the 6500 series or other storage networking solutions. Contact us directly or via live chat to explore how the Brocade 6500 series can enhance your storage infrastructure.

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  2. Brocade 6510 RA 48-Port (24 Active) 16Gb/s Switch Brocade 6510 48 Port Switch
    24 Active Ports
    • 48 x 16Gb SFP+ Ports
    • 24 Active Ports
    • 2 x 150W Hot Swap PSUs
    • Reverse Airflow - PSU to IO
    • Fabric OS8
    US$388.20
    • Temporarily Out of stock
    • 100’s of new products arrive daily
    • 1 Year ETB Warranty
    Part number: DS-6510
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  5. Brocade EMC DS-6520B RA Switch 96 x 16Gb SFP+, 48 x Active Ports Brocade EMC DS-6520B 96 Port Switch
    48 Active Ports
    • 96 x 2/4/8/10/16Gb SFP+ Ports
    • 48 Active Ports
    • 2 x 1100W Hot Swap PSUs
    • Reverse Airflow - PSU to IO
    • Fabric OS8
    US$647.00
    • Temporarily Out of stock
    • 100’s of new products arrive daily
    • 1 Year ETB Warranty
    Part number: DS-6520B
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  6. Brocade EMC DS-6520B Switch 96 x 16Gb SFP+, 48 x Active Ports Brocade EMC DS-6520B 96 Port Switch
    48 Active Ports
    • 96 x 2/4/8/10/16Gb SFP+ Ports
    • 48 Active Ports w/ 48 x 16Gbps GBICs
    • 2 x 1100W Hot Swap PSUs
    • Normal Airflow - IO to PSU
    • Fabric OS8
    US$1,035.20
    • Temporarily Out of stock
    • 100’s of new products arrive daily
    • 1 Year ETB Warranty
    Part number: DS-6520B
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