The 2 Gbit/sec Brocade SilkWorm 3250 8-port entry-level fabric switch
simplifies SAN deployment and administration—enabling simple,
easy-to-use storage networks.
Designed for entry-level SANs, the SilkWorm 3250 switch combines the
value of a Brocade enterprise switch with the affordability of a
low-cost entry-level switch. Fully compatible with all SilkWorm
switches and directors, the SilkWorm 3250 provides flexibility as
the foundation for entry-level SANs while enabling a seamless
upgrade path and cost-effective migration. The SilkWorm 3250 is
ideal for key SAN solutions such as easing e-mail storage growth and
streamlining data backup.
2 Gbit/sec
Fibre Channel Switches
for Entry-Level SANs |
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High Availability Throughout the Fabric
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Fabric Shortest Path First (FSPF) traffic
rerouting |
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Non-disruptive software upgrades (hot code load
and activation) |
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Single FRU with redundant cooling fans |
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Affordable Scalability
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Full backward and forward compatibility with the
entire family of SilkWorm switches and directors |
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Seamless migration path to 2 Gbit/sec
connectivity and advanced fabric services |
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Fast, Reliable 2 Gbit/sec Performance
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1 and 2 Gbit/sec (full-duplex) performance to
enable 32 Gbit/sec of uncongested switch throughput |
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Auto-sensing and speed matching of 1 and 2
Gbit/sec traffic |
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Capable of delivering overall system
availability greater than 99.999 percent |
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Simplified Deployment and Management
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Brocade WEB TOOLS to simplify SAN management |
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Per-port statistics for fast problem diagnosis
and isolation |
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Hardware-enforced zoning by World Wide Name
(WWN) |
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SNMP v3-based interfaces |
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Secure Telnet access through SSH (Secure Shell) |
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RADIUS and SSL/HTTPS support |
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Excellent Value for a Variety of SAN Environments
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Full forward and backward compatibility for
changing SAN environments |
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Integration with heterogeneous environments:
Windows 2000, Windows NT, UNIX, Linux, HPUX, and
Solaris AIX |
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