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Brocade

Brocade FCX624-I 24-port 10/100/1000 Layer 3 network switch

SKU CH-RDAN-CZ2EM MPN FCX624-I

A managed Layer 3 rackmount switch with 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports supporting HCRP and SPP protocols

  • Type of switchLayer 3 Switch
  • Product formatRackmount
  • Management typeManaged
  • Main port speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
  • Supported protocolsHCRP, SPP
  • Product weight11.79 lb (5.35 kg)
  • 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.

How it compares

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Price $2,784.99
Pricier than about 82% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameBrocade
Product lineFCX
Model nameFCX624
Connectivity
Management typeManaged
Main port speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Supported protocolsHCRP, SPP
Size & build
Product weight11.79 lb (5.35 kg)
Shipping weight10.07 kg
Package size620 × 580 × 210 mm
More details
Type of switchLayer 3 Switch
Product formatRackmount

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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