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Silver 1U rackmount network switch with forty-eight copper ports and one power supply

Brocade

Brocade FCX648-I 48-port 10/100/1000 network switch

SKU CH-YCZ9-D03M1 MPN FCX648-I

A managed 48-port Gigabit rackmount switch with back-to-front airflow, IronStack support for up to 384 ports, and one RPS13 power supply included

  • Product formatRackmount
  • Management typeManaged
  • Main port speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
  • Product weight12.59 lb (5.71 kg)
  • 48 copper ports deliver wire-speed gigabit connectivity
  • Layer 3 managed switching enables advanced traffic control
  • IronStack technology stacks up to eight units into a single 384-port logical switch
  • Single RPS13 power supply simplifies deployment
  • Back-to-front airflow suits standard rack cooling layouts

Product Identity

The Brocade FCX648-I is a managed, rack-mount switch that provides 48 copper ports operating at 10, 100 or 1000 Mbps. It is built for enterprise campus and data-centre networks that need wire-speed, non-blocking performance in a 1U form factor.

Who It Serves

This switch suits network teams that want a single managed device for high-density access-layer connectivity and the ability to stack up to eight units into one logical switch with 384 ports. It does not suit buyers who need Power over Ethernet, fibre uplinks or a non-managed plug-and-play device.

Deciding Specification

The single specification that decides fit is the 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Mbps ports with back-to-front airflow and an included RPS13 power supply, which together define the port density, speed ceiling and cooling direction for the rack.

How it compares

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Price $3,601.99
Pricier than about 85% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameBrocade
Product lineFCX
Model nameFCX648
Connectivity
Management typeManaged
Main port speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Size & build
Product weight12.59 lb (5.71 kg)
Shipping weight10.07 kg
Package size620 × 580 × 210 mm
More details
Product formatRackmount

Questions about this item

What rack space and weight should I plan for the FCX648-I?

The switch occupies a 1U rackmount slot and weighs 12.59 lb, so allow one rack unit and verify the rack can support that load.

How do I connect the included RPS13 power supply during initial setup?

Insert the RPS13 unit into the rear power bay, secure the retention latch, then plug the AC cord into a suitable circuit before powering on the switch.

When should I expect to replace the RPS13 power supply in this switch?

Plan to swap the RPS13 module after several years of continuous operation or if the front power-status LED shows a fault indication.

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