Hardware features

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Brocade MLX-8 router components

You can install the following components in the router slots:

Up to two management modules (one active and one redundant).

Up to three switch fabric modules.

Up to eight interface modules.

Up to four power supplies (AC or DC).

Figure 6 displays the Brocade MLX-8 router.

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ESD connector

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Brocade MLX Series and Brocade NetIron XMR Hardware Installation Guide

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53-1002373-02

 

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Brocade Communications Systems 53-1002373-02 manual Brocade MLX-8 router components, Displays the Brocade MLX-8 router