What performance specs does this switch offer?

It provides up to 408 Gbit/sec aggregate bandwidth (24 ports x 8.5 Gbit/sec full duplex) and 700 ns maximum fabric latency at 8 Gbit/sec with cut-through routing. Enhanced ISL Trunking combines up to eight links for 68 Gbit/sec throughput, with 700 frame buffers dynamically allocated.

Is the Brocade 300 BR-340-0008 rack-mountable?

Yes, it is a 1U rack-mountable switch (19-inch EIA-compliant, dimensions 42.88 cm W x 4.29 cm H x 30.66 cm D, 4.2 kg). It uses non-port to port side airflow and C13 power inlet operating at 85-264 VAC, consuming 48 watts nominal or 57 watts maximum with 24 ports active.

What operating environment does it support?

Operating temperature is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) with 10% to 85% non-condensing humidity. It withstands 20g operating shock, 0.5g sine vibration, and power input of 47-63 Hz, making it suitable for standard enterprise data centers.

Can it function as an Access Gateway?

Yes, it offers dual functionality as a full-fabric SAN switch or NPIV-enabled Brocade Access Gateway, enhancing fabric scalability to 56 domains and 19 hops. This simplifies management and protects investments in Brocade Fabric OS environments.

What classes of service are supported?

Supports Class 2, Class 3, and Class F (inter-switch frames) with port mirroring (SPAN), FCping, Pathinfo, and non-disruptive daemon restart. Frame size up to 2112 bytes ensures compatibility with enterprise SAN standards.

BR-340-0008 - Brocade BR-340-0008 24x8Gbps FC SAN Switch 1U

Name: Brocade BR-340-0008 24x8Gbps FC SAN Switch 1U
Brand: Brocade
SKU: BR-340-0008
Price: 1460 USD
Availability: InStock

BR-340-0008 - Brocade BR-340-0008 24x8Gbps FC SAN Switch 1U | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Brocade BR-340-0008 from the 300 Series is an enterprise-grade Fibre Channel SAN switch designed for entry-level and core-to-edge storage area networks. It features up to 24 ports delivering 8 Gbit/sec performance each, with 16 ports active in this model, providing 192 Gbps aggregate bandwidth and up to 408 Gbit/sec uncongested throughput. Auto-sensing capabilities support 1, 2, 4, and 8 Gbit/sec speeds for seamless interoperability with existing devices. The 1U rack-mountable form factor ensures energy efficiency at 48-57 watts and low fabric latency of 700 ns. Equipped with management ports including Fast Ethernet RJ45, serial RJ45, and USB, it runs Brocade Fabric OS for simplified management, NPIV-enabled Access Gateway functionality, and scalability up to 56 domains. Ideal for demanding virtual server environments in finance and healthcare, it offers FL_Port, F_Port, and M_Port types with frame buffers for reliable Class 2/3/F service.

24x 8Gbps FC ports (16 active) with auto-sensing
408 Gbit/sec throughput, 700 ns latency
1U rack-mountable, 48-57W energy efficient
NPIV Access Gateway for fabric scalability
Brocade Fabric OS with ISL Trunking up to 68Gbps
Supports 1/2/4/8Gbps interoperability

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	BR-340-0008
Brand	Brocade
Condition	Refurbished
Model	BR-340-0008
Port Types	FL_Port, F_Port, M_Port
Product Line	Brocade 300 Series
Product Type	Fibre Channel SAN Switch
Network Ports	Up to 24 ports at 8 Gbit/sec performance
Fabric Services	monitoring, non-disruptive daemon restart, FCping and Pathinfo, port mirroring
Classes of Service	Class 2, Class 3, Class F
Max Fabric Latency	700 ns

Compatible systems

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Best for

Entry-Level SANs
Provides affordable foundation with up to 24 ports at 8 Gbit/sec and auto-sensing speeds, enabling small SANs to handle growing storage needs without high costs.
Core-to-Edge Deployments
Serves as edge switch in larger fabrics with 700 ns latency and 408 Gbit/sec throughput, ensuring efficient connectivity from core to edge devices.
Virtual Server Environments
Supports NPIV-enabled Access Gateway and high port density in 1U form for virtualized servers, maximizing performance in demanding deployments.
High-Performance Storage
Delivers 192 Gbps aggregate bandwidth with 16 active 8Gbps ports, ideal for finance/healthcare where low latency and reliability are critical.

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Maximum Frame Size	2112-byte payload

Maximum Fabric Latency	700 ns

Frequency	47 to 63 Hz
Max Wattage	57 watts
Power Inlet	C13
Input Voltage	85 to 264 VAC
Nominal Wattage	48 watts

Physical Characteristics

Depth	30.66 cm (12.07 in)
Width	42.88 cm (16.88 in)
Height	4.29 cm (1.69 in)
Weight	4.2 kg (9.30 lbs)
Enclosure	Non-port to port side airflow; 1U, 19-inch EIA-compliant
Form Factor	1U rack mountable

Environmental

Operating Altitude	Up to 3000 meters
Operating Humidity	10% to 85% non-condensing
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Non-operating Humidity	10% to 95% non-condensing
Non-operating Temperature	–25°C to 70°C (–13°F to 158°F)

Brocade BR-340-0008 24x8Gbps FC SAN Switch 1U