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Brocade VDX 6720 16-port rackmount network switch, silver metal chassis with front port array

Brocade

Brocade BR-VDX6720-16-R 16-port network switch

SKU CH-EK1A-6VGE5 MPN BR-VDX6720-16-R

A managed 16-port rackmount switch for virtualised data-centre fabrics

  • FormatRackmount
  • Network Management TypeManaged
  • Managed 16-port switch simplifies network operations
  • Rackmount format fits standard data-centre cabinets
  • Brocade 6720 series built for virtualised environments
  • VCS fabric technology improves Layer 2 utilisation
  • Scalable architecture supports cloud computing workloads

Purpose-built data-centre fabric switch

The Brocade VDX 6720 is a managed rackmount switch with 16 ports designed for virtualised data-centre environments. It targets network architects who need to simplify Layer 2 infrastructure and build scalable Ethernet fabrics for cloud workloads. Buyers seeking a simple unmanaged access switch or a low-port-count desktop unit will not find those attributes here.

Sustained fabric operation

The switch leverages Brocade VCS technology to create intelligent Ethernet fabrics that maintain consistent performance under continuous data-centre traffic. Fabric architecture distributes load across the 16 ports to avoid bottlenecks during prolonged high-utilisation periods rather than relying on burst headroom alone. Operations that require deep buffer analytics or per-flow telemetry beyond the documented fabric capabilities are outside the scope of this platform.

16-port managed rackmount density

The decisive specification is the 16-port managed rackmount format in the 6720 series, which determines whether the switch fits the required rack density and fabric topology. This port count and form factor define the scale of the Ethernet fabric you can deploy in a single appliance. Any design needing a different port density or non-rackmount form factor must evaluate alternative hardware.

Highlights

  • Managed 16-port switch simplifies network operations
  • Rackmount format fits standard data-centre cabinets
  • Brocade 6720 series built for virtualised environments
  • VCS fabric technology improves Layer 2 utilisation
  • Scalable architecture supports cloud computing workloads

Specifications

BrandBrocade
Series6720
ModelBR-VDX6720-16-R
FormatRackmount
Network Management TypeManaged
Shipping weight13.61 kg
Package size25 × 25 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How much noise and heat does the 16-port Brocade 6720 generate when running continuously in a rack?

The switch uses a managed, rackmount design with internal cooling fans sized for data-center airflow; typical operation stays within standard server-room temperature and acoustic limits for a 16-port fabric switch.

Which cables and transceivers must I already have to connect servers to the Brocade VDX 6720?

You need Ethernet patch cords or fibre patch cables that match the SFP+ ports on the 16-port unit, plus compatible SFP+ transceivers for the desired speed and distance.

Will the Brocade 6720 interoperate with my existing 1 GbE switches and older NICs?

Yes, the managed 16-port switch supports standard Ethernet framing and auto-negotiation, so it forwards traffic to legacy 1 GbE gear and older network cards without configuration changes.

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