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Silver rackmount network switch with 24 front ports

Brocade

Brocade FCX624-E 24-port network switch

SKU CH-8H32-VKWCD MPN FCX624-E

24-port managed Gigabit Ethernet switch with optional 10 GbE uplinks in a rackmount format

  • Product formatRackmount
  • Management typeManaged
  • Main portsGigabit Ethernet Port
  • Product weight11.79 lb (5.35 kg)
  • Managed switching for enterprise edge networks
  • 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-density connectivity
  • Stackable design enables scalable network growth
  • Optional 10 GbE uplinks boost backbone throughput
  • Rackmount format fits standard data-centre cabinets

Enterprise Stackable Switch

The Brocade FCX624-E is a managed 24-port Gigabit Ethernet switch built for rackmount deployment. It delivers Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching for enterprise campus and data centre networks. The stackable design allows multiple units to operate as a single logical device.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Stackable architecture distributes traffic across combined backplanes so throughput scales with each added member. Managed firmware maintains consistent forwarding rates during extended production workloads without relying on burst buffers. Optional 10 GbE uplinks prevent congestion when aggregate demand rises.

Uplink Interface Limits

Optional 10 GbE uplinks cap inter-switch bandwidth at 10 Gbps per link. Primary ports remain fixed at Gigabit speeds so total edge capacity is bounded by 24 Gbps per unit. Stacking expands port count to 48 GbE ports while uplink bandwidth stays constrained by the 10 GbE ceiling.

How it compares

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Price $2,315.99
Pricier than about 80% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameBrocade
Model nameFCX624
Connectivity
Management typeManaged
Ports & slots
Main portsGigabit Ethernet Port
Size & build
Product weight11.79 lb (5.35 kg)
Shipping weight15.20 kg
Package size439 × 437 × 43 mm
More details
Product formatRackmount

Questions about this item

How loud is the FCX624-E when running continuously in a rack?

The 24-port switch is built for rackmount deployment with managed L2/L3 operation, designed for enterprise campus and data center environments where continuous duty is standard.

What cables or modules are needed to connect devices to the 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports?

Each of the 24 primary ports accepts standard Gigabit Ethernet copper or fibre connections, and optional 10 GbE uplink modules can be added for higher-speed links.

Will the FCX624-E stack with older Brocade switches still in our rack?

The FCX Series supports stacking across the family, so the 624 model can join a stack with other compatible FCX units to form a single managed entity.

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