SILKWORM 3200

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While DAS environments do not allow storage resource sharing, SANs provide an easy and cost- effective way to share storage— even in multivendor environments.

To support high-speed data traffic, optional ISL Trunking combines up to four ISLs between a pair of switches into a single, logical high-speed trunk running at up to 8 Gbit/sec. In addition, Frame Filtering improves both SAN security and managea- bility.This intelligent design enables new capabilities such as hardware-enforced zon- ing based on World-Wide Name (WWN) and advanced performance monitoring to optimize storage resource utilization.

HIGH AVAILABILITY THROUGHOUT THE FABRIC

The full-fabric version of the SilkWorm 3200 is designed to provide high-availability switching in redundant dual-fabric SANs for small-to-medium-sized deployments. Combining the proven reliability of

the SilkWorm family with a wide range of advanced fabric services, the SilkWorm 3200 line provides a SAN fabric capable of delivering overall system availability greater than 99.999 percent— the “five nines” of availability.

With the Brocade Extended Fabrics feature and Dense Wave Division Multiplexing (DWDM) technology, storage networks can span up to 100 km (1 Gbit/sec) or

50 km (2 Gbit/sec) over Metropolitan Area Networks (MANs)—helping to ensure the highest levels of business continuance.

FAST, RELIABLE 2 GBIT/SEC PERFORMANCE

The SilkWorm 3200 line provides excellent price/performance value with all ports capable of operating at 1 and 2 Gbit/sec (full-duplex) to enable 32 Gbit/sec of uncongested switch throughput. Auto- sensing and speed-matching of 1 and

2 Gbit/sec traffic ensures interoperability between current 1 Gbit/sec devices and next-generation 2 Gbit/sec devices.

INVESTMENT PROTECTION FOR

EXISTING TECHNOLOGY

To help protect existing investments,

the SilkWorm 3200 line offers full backward and forward compatibility with other SilkWorm switches—providing a seamless migration path to 2 Gbit/sec connectivity and intelligent fabric services.

Because the new switch supports multivendor SAN environments—such as those built on Windows NT/2000, UNIX, Linux, Solaris, and AIX platforms—organizations migrating from DAS environments have much greater flexibility in building low-cost, easy-to-manage SANs. As a result, these organizations can quickly deploy business continuance applications such as remote, LAN-free, and serverless backup; storage consolidation; remote mirroring; clustering; and data replication.

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Brocade Communications Systems 3200 manual High Availability Throughout the Fabric

3200 specifications

Brocade Communications Systems 3200 is a robust solution designed for high-performance networking and data center connectivity. Part of Brocade’s family of networking products, the Brocade 3200 is tailored for organizations looking to optimize their storage area networks (SANs), ensuring high speed, reliability, and scalability.

One of the main features of the Brocade 3200 is its ability to support Fibre Channel technology, which enables fast and reliable transmission of data. Operating at speeds of up to 16 Gbps, the Brocade 3200 facilitates rapid data transfer rates, crucial for environments requiring real-time data access and processing. This high-speed capability is particularly beneficial for applications that demand low latency and high throughput, such as database management and virtualization.

The Brocade 3200 supports various topologies including point-to-point, switching, and cascaded configurations. This flexibility allows organizations to design their network architecture to meet specific business needs and growth expectations. With a maximum of 24 ports, the device can easily integrate into existing infrastructures and enables seamless scaling as storage demands increase.

Security is a significant concern in today’s data-driven world. The Brocade 3200 features advanced security protocols such as Secure Fabric OS, which protects sensitive data from unauthorized access. Additionally, it supports encryption services that help secure data both in transit and at rest, enhancing overall data protection.

Another notable characteristic is the management and monitoring capabilities that the Brocade 3200 offers. Administrators can utilize Brocade Network Advisor for an intuitive interface to manage and monitor the network environment. This centralized management functionality simplifies troubleshooting and helps maintain optimal performance across the network.

The platform also supports a range of diagnostic tools and features, such as port mirroring and real-time analytics. This operational insight aids in proactive maintenance and performance tuning, ensuring consistent performance and minimizing downtime.

Overall, the Brocade Communications Systems 3200 stands out for its combination of speed, reliability, and advanced security features. This makes it an ideal choice for enterprises looking to bolster their networking infrastructure while ensuring a future-proof solution that can grow alongside technological advancements and increasing data demands. With its focus on performance and management, the Brocade 3200 continues to be a valuable asset in today’s interconnected business landscape.