Description
The Brocade X74-4 Director (BR-X74-0002) is a high-performance, Gen 7 Fibre Channel chassis designed for mission-critical Storage Area Networks (SANs). As part of the Brocade X7 Director series, it delivers unmatched scalability, reliability, and performance for enterprise data centers. The X74-4 model supports up to 256 ports operating at 64 Gbps, providing ultra-low latency and full backward compatibility with Gen 6 and Gen 5 Fibre Channel environments.
Optimized for large-scale virtualization, flash storage, and high-density server connectivity, the X74-4 integrates Fabric Vision technology, Enterprise Bundle licenses, and ISL Trunking as standard. It also features redundant NPE/NPI power supplies and fan modules for continuous availability and simplified maintenance.
Ideal for organizations demanding resilient SAN infrastructure, the Brocade X74-4 Director ensures superior throughput, reliability, and management simplicity in enterprise-class deployments.
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Model | Brocade X74-4 Gen 7 Fibre Channel Director |
| Part Number | BR-X74-0002 |
| Form Factor | 14U modular director chassis |
| Maximum Ports | Up to 256 x 64 Gbps Fibre Channel ports |
| Supported Blades | Gen 7 Port Blades (Fibre Channel 64G): BR-X764-2148, BR-X764-3148, BR-X764-5148 |
| Supported ICL Pods | BR-X7ICLKIT-100M-01 (100 m Gen 7 QSFP), BR-X7ICLKIT-2KM-01 (2 km Gen 7 QSFP) |
| Integrated Licenses | Enterprise Bundle, Fabric Vision, Extended Fabrics, ISL Trunking, Integrated Routing, FICON CUP, Full Fabric |
| Data Rate Support | 64G / 32G / 16G / 8G Fibre Channel (backward compatible) |
| Switching Bandwidth | Up to 25.6 Tbps (aggregate) |
| Chassis Architecture | Fully redundant control processor and fabric modules |
| Power Supply Modules | X6RACNPEPSU0104 (NPE), X6RACNPIPSU0104 (NPI) — 2 per chassis |
| Fan Modules | X6-FANNPE-0122 (NPE), X6-FANNPI-0122 (NPI) — 2 per chassis |
| Management | Supported via Brocade SANnav Management Portal and CLI interface |
| Rack Mount Kit | Included (IEA310 compatible) |
| Operating Environment | 10 °C – 40 °C (50 °F – 104 °F), 10–85% non-condensing humidity |
| Compliance & Certifications | RoHS Compliant, CE, FCC Class A |
| Warranty | 1-Year Limited Hardware Warranty (extendable) |
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
We offer a 30-day return window for most unopened, factory-sealed items.
Returns must be authorized before shipping back and must include all original packaging and accessories. Opened or used items are not returnable unless defective.
Some products—such as custom orders, special-order items, audio gear, software, and LED video walls—are non-returnable. Non-defective returns may be subject to a 20–30% restocking fee, and customers are responsible for return shipping costs.
For damaged or incorrect items, please contact us immediately.
From Scope to Sign-Off
A structured delivery process designed to reduce risk and keep projects moving.
Plan
Discovery, site review, requirements gathering, and project alignment. We define scope, constraints, and success criteria before any design work begins.
- Discovery calls & stakeholder interviews
- On-site survey & infrastructure review
- Requirements & use-case documentation
- Project scope, timeline & milestone alignment
Engineer
System design, schematics, signal flow, BOM development, and documentation. Every project leaves this phase with a complete engineering package.
- AV system design & signal flow diagrams
- Equipment selection & BOM development
- Rack layout & control system design
- As-built documentation package
Deploy
Procurement, logistics, installation, programming, commissioning, and training. We own the delivery from first shipment to final handoff.
- Authorized procurement & logistics coordination
- Physical installation & cable management
- Control system programming & configuration
- Commissioning, testing & end-user training
Support
Monitoring, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and long-term service agreements. We stay engaged long after project close.
- 24/7 remote system monitoring
- Preventive & reactive maintenance
- Technology lifecycle & refresh planning
- Long-term service level agreements
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