BROCADE 7800 EXTENSION SWITCH

DATA SHEETwww.brocade.comBROCADE7800EXTENSIONSWITCHDATA CENTERNext-Generation SAN Extensionfor Remote Data Replication,Backup, and MigrationHIGHLIGHTS• Leverages next-generation Fibre Channeland FCIP technology to enable fast,reliable, and cost-effective remote datareplication, backup, and migration• Maximizes flexibility with an extensiblehardware platform and flexible softwarelicensing to support a broad range ofSAN extension requirements• Offers best-in-class Fibre Channeland FCIP port density, bandwidth, andthroughput with up to sixteen 8 GbpsFibre Channel ports and six 1 GbE portsin a 1U space• Maximizes replication, backup, andmigration throughput over distanceusing advanced Fibre Channel framecompression, disk and tape protocolacceleration, and QoS-aware FCIPnetworking technology• Introduces FCIP Trunking and AdaptiveRate Limiting to maximize WAN linkutilization and resiliencyIT organizations continue to face unprecedenteddata growth as more platforms, applications,and users connect to the data center network.In turn, the storage network infrastructure mustcontinue evolving to enable fast, continuous,and cost-effective access to mission-criticaldata from anywhere in the world.To address this challenge, the Brocade ® 7800Extension Switch helps provide the fastest,most reliable, and most cost-effectivenetwork infrastructure for remote datareplication, backup, and migration. Leveragingnext-generation Fibre Channel and advancedFibre Channel over IP (FCIP) technology, theBrocade 7800 provides a flexible andextensible platform to move more datafaster and further than ever before.Whether configured for simple point-to-pointor comprehensive multisite SAN extension,the Brocade 7800 addresses the mostdemanding business continuity, compliance,and global data access requirements. Up tosixteen 8 Gbps Fibre Channel ports and six1 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) ports provideunmatched Fibre Channel and FCIP bandwidth,port density, and throughput for maximumapplication performance over WAN links.A SCALABLE, FLEXIBLESAN EXTENSION PLATFORMThe Brocade 7800 is an ideal platform forbuilding or expanding a high-performanceSAN extension infrastructure for disasterrecovery, data protection, and data mobilitystorage solutions (see figure 1). It leveragescost-effective IP WAN transport to extendopen systems and mainframe disk and tapestorage applications over distances thatwould otherwise be impossible, impractical,or too expensive with standard FibreChannel connections.The Brocade One strategy helpssimplify networking infrastructuresthrough innovative technologies andsolutions. The Brocade 7800 ExtensionSwitch supports this strategy byextending and optimizing Storage AreaNetwork (SAN) fabric connectivity overdistance to support business continuityand disaster recovery applications.

Figure 1. The Brocade 7800 provides flexible deployment options to extend disaster recovery,data protection, and data mobility storage solutions across any distance.Synchronous and Asynchronous ReplicationCentralized SAN Backup and ArchivingGlobal Data Migration and SharingBrocade7800IP WANBrocade7800SecondarySiteBrocade7800BrocadeFX8-24IP WANBrocade7800Brocade7800BrocadeIP WAN7800 BrocadeBrocade78007800Primary SiteCentral Backup SiteAvailable in two configurations (the Brocade7800 16/6 Extension Switch and theBrocade 7800 4/2 Extension Switch),the Brocade 7800 supports a variety ofarchitectures and deployment models toaddress current and future SAN extensionrequirements. A broad range of optionaladvanced extension, FICON ® , and SANfabric services are available to address themost challenging extension and storagenetworking requirements.The Brocade 7800 16/6 Extension Switchis a robust platform for data centers andmultisite environments implementing diskand tape solutions for open systems andmainframe environments. Organizations canoptimize bandwidth and throughput throughsixteen 8 Gbps Fibre Channel ports andsix 1 GbE ports. The Brocade 7800 16/6Extension Switch is ideal for:• Open systems and mainframe diskand tape extension• Multisite synchronous and asynchronousstorage replication• Centralized SAN backup, recovery,and archiving• Global data and storage resourcemigration, distribution, and sharingThe Brocade 7800 4/2 Extension Switch isa cost-effective option for smaller datacenters and remote offices, for opensystems and mainframe environments.Organizations can optimize bandwidthand throughput through four 8 GbpsFibre Channel ports and two 1 GbEports. The Brocade 7800 4/2 can beeasily upgraded to the Brocade 780016/6 through software licensing, providingscalability and investment protection forgrowing environments. The Brocade 78004/2 Extension Switch is ideal for:• Point-to-point synchronous andasynchronous open systems diskreplication• Point-to-point IBM z/OS Global Mirror(zGM, formerly known as eXtendedRemote Copy or XRC) and mainframetape extension• Global data and storage resourcemigration, distribution, and sharingSIMPLIFIED DISASTER RECOVERYAND DATA PROTECTIONToday’s organizations depend on fast,reliable access to data wherever andwhenever needed, regardless of location.As a result, the ramifications and potentialbusiness impact of an inadequate disasterrecovery and data protection infrastructureare greater than ever.The advanced performance and networkoptimization features of the Brocade 7800enable replication and backup applicationsto send more data over FCIP links in lesstime, protecting time-sensitive synchronousor other high-priority traffic, and optimizingavailable WAN bandwidth.Acceleration for SCSI writes (FastWrite) andIBM zGM maximize replication performanceand enable cost-effective synchronousand asynchronous replication across anydistance. In addition, Tape Pipelining foropen systems and mainframe tapes utilizesunique read and write tape processing tosignificantly reduce backup and recoverytimes over distance anywhere in the world.Optional FCIP Trunking provides FCIP tunnelredundancy for lossless path failover andguaranteed in-order data delivery in theevent of a failure.The Brocade 7800 leverages the coretechnology of Brocade systems performingat greater than 99.999 percent uptime inthe world’s most demanding data centers.It combines enterprise-class availabilityfeatures such as hot-pluggable redundantpower supplies and fans with non-disruptivesoftware upgrades to maximize applicationuptime and minimize outages. These uniquecapabilities enable a high-performance andhighly reliable network infrastructure fordisaster recovery and data protection.UNMATCHED PERFORMANCEAND OPTIMIZATIONBest-in-class Fibre Channel and FCIP switchport density, bandwidth, and throughputaddress today’s dynamic I/O and workloadrequirements and are designed to meettomorrow’s evolving requirements for virtualdata centers. Supporting up to 350 msRound-Trip Time (RTT) of latency, theBrocade 7800 enables cost-effective SANextension solutions over distances up to17,500 kilometers (nearly 11,000 miles).The Brocade 7800 maximizes replication,backup, and migration throughput overdistance using advanced Fibre Channelframe compression, disk and tape protocolacceleration, and FCIP networking technology.Unique features and technologies includethe following:• FCIP Trunking combines multiple IPsource and destination address pairsinto a single logical high-bandwidth FCIPtrunk spanning multiple physical portsto provide load balancing and networkfailure resiliency.• Adaptive Rate Limiting dynamicallyadjusts bandwidth between minimumand maximum rate limits to optimizebandwidth utilization and sharing.• FCIP Quality of Service (QoS) provideshigh-, medium-, and low-priority handling

of initiator-target flows within the sameFCIP tunnel for transmission over theWAN with individual TCP sessions perQoS class.• IPSec support ensures secure transportover WAN links by encrypting data-in-flightwith standard 256-bit AES algorithm.• Advanced compression architectureprovides multiple modes to optimizecompression ratios for various throughputrequirements.• FCIP Fast Write accelerates SCSI writeprocessing, maximizing performanceof synchronous and asynchronousreplication applications across highlatencyWAN connections.• Open Systems Tape Pipeliningaccelerates read and write tapeprocessing over distance, minimizingbackup and restore windows.• Brocade Advanced Accelerator for FICONuses advanced networking technologies,data management techniques, andprotocol intelligence to accelerateIBM zGM, mainframe tape read andwrite operations, and z/OS hostconnection to Teradata warehousingsystems over distance.• Storage-Optimized TCP optimizes TCPwindow size and flow control, acceleratingTCP transport for storage applications.INTEGRATED ARCHITECTUREAND MANAGEMENTThe Brocade 7800 utilizes the same Fabric OS ®that supports the entire Brocade SAN productfamily—from the Brocade 300 Switch to theBrocade DCX ® Backbone family. This helpsensure seamless interoperability with optionaladvanced features such as Brocade IntegratedRouting, Brocade ISL Trunking, BrocadeAdaptive Networking, Brocade ServerApplication Optimization (SAO), BrocadeAdvanced Performance Monitoring, BrocadeFabric Watch, and Brocade Extended Fabrics.In addition, organizations can performmanagement and administrative tasks throughfamiliar Brocade management tools, includingBrocade Network Advisor, Brocade Data CenterFabric Manager (DCFM ® ), Brocade Web Tools,and the Command Line Interface (CLI).Moreover, optional FICON Control Unit Port(CUP) capabilities enable legacy managementapplications to seamlessly support BrocadeFICON environments.BROCADE GLOBAL SERVICESBrocade Global Services delivers world-classprofessional services and technical supportto enable the transition to virtualized datacenters and cloud-optimized architectures.Brocade Professional Services offersassessment, design, and implementationservices to help organizations optimizetheir SAN architectures in cloud-optimizeddata centers. Brocade Premier Supportand onsite residencies help organizationsmaximize availability of mission-criticaldata in SAN environments throughpersonalized, preferential, and proactivetechnical support.MAXIMIZING INVESTMENTSTo help optimize technology investments,Brocade and its partners offer completesolutions that include education, support,and services. For more information, contacta Brocade sales partner or visitwww.brocade.com.BROCADE 7800 SPECIFICATIONSSystem ArchitectureFibre Channel portsFCIP portsScalabilityCertified maximumFibre ChannelperformanceFCIP performanceISL TrunkingFibre Channelaggregate bandwidthFCIP aggregatebandwidthFabric latencyMaximum frame sizeMaximum MTU sizeClasses of service16 ports, universal (E, F, M, EX, and FL)6 ports, 1 GbE (VE, VEX)Full fabric architecture with 239 switches maximumSingle fabric: 56 domains, 7 hopsMultiprotocol routing fabric: 19 hops1.063 Gbps line speed, full duplex; 2.125 Gbpsline speed, full duplex; 4.25 Gbps line speed, fullduplex; 8.5 Gbps line speed, full duplex. Autosensingof 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 4 Gbps, and 8 Gbpsport speeds; optionally programmable to fixed portspeed. Speed matching between 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps,4 Gbps, and 8 Gbps ports.1 Gbps line speedUp to eight 8 Gbps ports per ISL trunk; up to64 Gbps per ISL trunk. There is no limit to howmany trunk groups can be configured in the switch.128 Gbps: 16 ports at 8 Gbps (data rate)6 Gbps: 6 ports at 1 Gbps (data rate)700 ns with no contention, cut-through routingat 8 Gbps2112-byte payload1500-byte Ethernet packets with FCIPClass 2, Class 3, Class F (inter-switch frames)Port typesData traffic typesUSBMedia typesFabric servicesFL_Port, F_Port, E_Port, EX_Port, M_Port (MirrorPort), and self-discovery based on switch type (U_Port). For FCIP, VE_Port (Virtual E_Port), VEX_Port(Virtual EX_Port).Fabric switches supporting unicast,multicast (255 groups), and broadcastOne USB port for system log file downloads orfirmware upgradesFibre Channel: Brocade hot-pluggable Small FormFactor Pluggable (SFP) and SFP+, LC connector;Short-Wave Laser (SWL) and Long-Wave Laser(LWL); distance depends on fiber-optic cable andport speed; supports SFP+ (2, 4, and 8 Gbps) andSFP (1, 2, and 4 Gbps) optical transceivers1 GbE: Brocade hot-pluggable optical SFP,Short-Wave Laser (SWL) and Long-Wave Laser (LWL);GbE Copper SFP; built-in RJ-45 copper (two GbEports); distance depends on fiber-optic or coppercable and port speedBrocade Advanced Zoning, Dynamic Path Selection(DPS), FDMI, Enhanced Group Management (EGM),Frame Redirection, Registered State ChangeNotification (RSCN), Reliable Commit Service(RCS), and Simple Name Server (SNS). Optionalfabric services include Brocade AdaptiveNetworking, Brocade Advanced PerformanceMonitoring, Brocade Fabric Watch, BrocadeIntegrated Routing, Brocade Server ApplicationOptimization (SAO), Brocade Extended Fabrics, andBrocade ISL Trunking.

DATA SHEETwww.brocade.comBROCADE 7800 SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED)Licensing optionsManagementSupportedmanagement softwareSecurityManagement accessDiagnosticsMechanicalEnclosureThe following optional extension features can beenabled via license keys:• Advanced Extension: Enables FCIP Trunking andAdaptive Rate Limiting• Adaptive Networking: Activates Fibre Channeland FCIP QoS functionality• Brocade 7800 Upgrade License: Enablesall ports, additional FCIP tunnels, and opensystems tape read/write pipelining• FICON Management Server: Control Unit Port(CUP) enables host control of switches inmainframe environments• Advanced Accelerator for FICON: AcceleratesIBM zGM, mainframe tapes, and z/OS hostconnection to Teradata systems over distanceSSH v2, HTTP/HTTPS, SNMP v1/v3, Telnet; SNMP(FE MIB, FC Management MIB); Brocade WebTools; Brocade Network Advisor; Brocade DCFMProfessional, Professional Plus, and Enterprise(optional); SMI-S, RADIUS, LDAPDH-CHAP (between switches and end devices),HTTPS, IPsec, IP Filtering, LDAP, Port Binding,RADIUS, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), SecureCopy (SCP), Secure RPC, SSH v2, SSL, SwitchBinding, Trusted Switch10/100/1000 Ethernet (RJ-45), in-band overFibre Channel ports; serial port (RJ-45) and oneUSB portPOST and embedded online/offline diagnostics,including FCping, Pathinfo (FCtraceroute), etc.Back-to-front airflow; 1U, 19-inch EIA-compliant,power from backSizeSystem weightEnvironmentalTemperatureHumidityAltitudeShockVibrationHeat dissipationAirflowPowerPower supplyPower inletInput voltageInput line frequencyInrush currentPowerWidth: 43.2 cm (17.0 in)Height: 4.5 cm (1.8 in)Depth: 64.1 cm (25.2 in)10.9 kg (24.0 lbs) with two power supplies,without SFP/SFP+Operating: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)Non-operating: –25°C to 70°C (–13°F to 158°F)Operating: 10% to 85% non-condensingNon-operating: 10% to 90% non-condensingOperating: Up to 3000 m (9842 ft)Storage: Up to 12 km (39,370 ft)Operating: 20 g, 6 ms half-sineNon-operating: 33 g, 11 ms, half-sine, 3/eg AxisOperating: 0.5 g sine, 0.4 grms random, 5 to 500 HzNon-operating: 2.0 g sine, 1.1 grms random,5 to 500 HzMaximum 22 ports: 590 BTU/hrMaximum 60 CFM; nominal 44 CFMDual hot-swappable redundant power suppliesC1385 to 264 VAC nominal47 to 63 HzMaximum of 60 amps for period of 10 to 150 msNominal 145 watts; maximum 173 wattsFor information about supported SAN standards, visitwww.brocade.com/sanstandardsFor information about hardware regulatory compliance, visit www.brocade.com/regulatorycomplianceFor information about switch and device interoperability, visitwww.brocade.com/interoperabilityCorporate HeadquartersSan Jose, CA USAT: +1-408-333-8000info@brocade.comEuropean HeadquartersGeneva, SwitzerlandT: +41-22-799-56-40emea-info@brocade.comAsia Pacific HeadquartersSingaporeT: +65-6538-4700apac-info@brocade.com© 2011 Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. 03/11 GA-DS-1375-01Brocade, the B-wing symbol, BigIron, DCFM, DCX, Fabric OS, FastIron, IronView, NetIron, SAN Health, ServerIron,TurboIron, and Wingspan are registered trademarks, and Brocade Assurance, Brocade NET Health, Brocade One,Extraordinary Networks, MyBrocade, VCS, and VDX are trademarks of Brocade Communications Systems, Inc., in theUnited States and/or in other countries. Other brands, products, or service names mentioned are or may be trademarksor service marks of their respective owners.Notice: This document is for informational purposes only and does not set forth any warranty, expressed or implied,concerning any equipment, equipment feature, or service offered or to be offered by Brocade. Brocade reserves theright to make changes to this document at any time, without notice, and assumes no responsibility for its use. Thisinformational document describes features that may not be currently available. Contact a Brocade sales office forinformation on feature and product availability. Export of technical data contained in this document may require anexport license from the United States government.