
Brocade G720 series 64 port switch, 56 port activation, including 56 Brocade 32Gb/s shortwave multi-mode modules, port side exhaust, Gen 7 switch with an ultra-dense 1U design BR-G720-56-32G-R
Description
Brocade’s BR-G720-56-32G-R is a high-performance enterprise switch purpose-built for demanding data center and storage network environments. Designed to deliver robust enterprise network optimization, this model empowers organizations seeking to accelerate digital transformation and ensure seamless infrastructure scalability. Optimizing NVMe storage architectures, the BR-G720-56-32G-R provides accelerated access to critical workloads and data. Switching latency is minimized, supporting mission-critical applications that require real-time responsiveness. A sophisticated port-side exhaust design enhances thermal efficiency, making it suitable for high-density deployments where airflow management is vital. With impressive bandwidth, flexible port scalability, and support for contemporary storage protocols, this switch enables businesses to maintain SLA consistency, lower TCO, and align with new-generation data center requirements. Enterprises benefit from dynamic auto-sensing port speeds, advanced trunking technology, and dual hot-swappable power supplies for maximum uptime. With expansive support for Brocade Fabric OS fabrics, the BR-G720-56-32G-R stands out as a future-ready backbone for NVMe and high-throughput fabrics, fully optimized for the evolving needs of global enterprises, service providers, and agile integrators across Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America.
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Model | BR-G720-56-32G-R | BR-G610-24-16G-0 | G620 | C8R43A |
Brand | Brocade | Brocade | Broadcom | HPE |
Port Configuration | 24 to 64 @ 64G | 8 to 24 @ 32G | 24 to 64 @ 32G | 48, 72, 96 ports (24-port increments) |
Switching Capacity | 4.096 Tb/s | 768 Gb/s | 2 Tbps | 1,536 Gb/s |
Forwarding Rate | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
PoE Budget | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Stacking Capability | Frame-based trunking with up to eight SFP+ ports per ISL trunk; up to 512Gb/s per ISL trunk | 256Gb/s frame-based trunk (optional) | 256Gbps (optional) | n/a |
Optional Add-ons
Model Number | Description |
XBR-000245 | Brocade SFP+ 16G Transceiver Module for high-speed optical connections |
XBR-000286 | Brocade 64G QSFP28 Transceiver, optimized for NVMe fabrics |
XBR-000234 |
Brocade Hot-Swappable Fan Module for BR Series Switches |
Product Details
Specifications
Model: BR-G720-56-32G-R
Brand: Brocade
Lifecycle: Active
Access Gateway: Supports
Bandwidth: 4.096 Tb/s
Certified Maximum: 4K active nodes; 56 switches, 19 hops in Brocade Fabric OS® fabrics
Fibre Channel Performance:
8.5Gb/s, 10.53Gb/s, 14.025Gb/s, 28.05Gb/s, 57.8Gb/s line speeds, full duplex;
Auto-sensing for 8, 10, 16, 32, 64G port speeds;
10Gb/s optionally programmable to fixed port speed
FICON Support: Supports
Frame Based ISL Trunking: Frame-based trunking with up to eight SFP+ ports per ISL trunk; up to 512Gb/s per ISL trunk
Power: 349W, dual hot-swappable power supplies
Size (mm): 440(W) x 43.9(H) x 355.6(D)
Total Line Rate Ports: 24 to 64 @ 64G
item |
BR G720 BR-G720-56-32G-R Switch Gen 7 switch with 64 ports in an ultra-dense 1U design |
Private Mold |
NO |
Products Status |
Available/Order On Demand |
Ports |
64 |
Transmission Rate |
10/100/1000Mbps |
Function |
POE, QoS, SNMP, VLAN Support |
Communication Mode |
Full-Duplex & Half-Duplex |
Switch Capacity |
768Gbps |
Brand Name |
Brocade BR |
Model Number |
BR-G720-56-32G-R |
Place of Origin |
N/A |
Warranty |
3 Years |
Product Name |
G720 network switch |
PoE Ports |
64 Ports Support PoE |
Scalability |
Full-fabric architecture with a maximum of 239 switches |
Certified maximum |
6000 active nodes: 56 switches 19hops in Brocade Fabricos |
Frame buffers |
2000 dynamically allocated |
Data traffic types |
Fabric switches supporting unicast |
Classes of service |
Class 2, class 3, Class F (inter switch frames) |
Inventory Last Updated: Sep 28, 2025