Brocade
Brocade FCX624-I 24-port 10/100/1000 Layer 3 network switch
A managed Layer 3 rackmount switch with 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports supporting HCRP and SPP protocols
- Switch TypeLayer 3 Switch
- FormatRackmount
- Network Management TypeManaged
- Primary Port Speed10/100/1000Mbps
- ProtocolsHCRP, SPP
- Weight11.79 lb
- Managed Layer 3 switching enables advanced routing policies
- 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports deliver 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity
- Stackable design scales to 48 ports for growing networks
- Optional 10 GbE uplinks provide high-speed aggregation
- 79 lb weight simplifies rack installation
Enterprise Layer 3 Access Switch
The Brocade FCX624-I is a managed Layer 3 switch built for enterprise campus and data centre edge deployments. It delivers twenty-four 10/100/1000 Mbps copper ports in a rackmount form factor and supports optional 10 GbE uplinks for aggregation. Stackable architecture allows multiple units to operate as a single logical device, simplifying management and scaling bandwidth as the network grows.
IT Teams Needing Stackable Gigabit Aggregation
Network engineers who require a managed, stackable Layer 3 access switch with two dozen Gigabit ports will find this unit fits the role. It suits environments that rely on HCRP and SPP protocols for resilience and traffic optimisation. Buyers who need more than twenty-four copper ports, require built-in 10 GbE ports without add-on modules, or need Power over Ethernet support should look at alternative models.
Twenty-Four Gigabit Copper Ports Decide Fit
The defining specification is the count of twenty-four 10/100/1000 Mbps ports combined with Layer 3 routing and stackable management. This port density determines whether the switch satisfies the access-layer capacity plan for a given wiring closet or rack. If the design calls for a different port count or a non-stackable deployment, another platform will be required.
Highlights
- Managed Layer 3 switching enables advanced routing policies
- 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports deliver 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity
- Stackable design scales to 48 ports for growing networks
- Optional 10 GbE uplinks provide high-speed aggregation
- 79 lb weight simplifies rack installation
Specifications
| Brand | Brocade |
|---|---|
| Series | FCX |
| Model | FCX624 |
| Switch Type | Layer 3 Switch |
| Format | Rackmount |
| Network Management Type | Managed |
| Primary Port Speed | 10/100/1000Mbps |
| Protocols | HCRP, SPP |
| Weight | 11.79 lb |
| Shipping weight | 10.07 kg |
| Package size | 620 × 580 × 210 mm |
Questions about this item
How do I verify the 24-port 10/100/1000 Layer 3 switch is operating correctly after rackmount installation?
Connect to the management interface, confirm all 24 ports show active link status at the negotiated speed, and check that Layer 3 routing tables populate as expected for your configured VLANs.
What comes with the FCX624-I and what must I source separately for deployment?
The unit includes the rackmount switch; you will need to supply rack rails or a shelf, power cables matching your PDU, and any 10 GbE uplink modules if your design requires uplinks beyond the 24 copper ports.
Should I choose the 24-port or 48-port version for a stackable L2/L3 edge deployment?
Select the 24-port model when port density requirements fit within 24 GbE connections and you want a lighter 11.79 lb chassis; move to the 48-port variant only if you need twice the copper port count in a single unit.
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