The Brocade 5100 with 40 active ports is a high-density, high-performance SAN switch designed to accommodate the rigorous demands of expansive storage networks within large enterprises and data centers. Boasting data transfer rates of up to 8 Gbps across 40 active ports, the BR-5140 facilitates efficient data communication and robust connectivity among storage devices and servers. This switch integrates seamlessly into highly virtualized environments, offering features such as dynamic load balancing, adaptive networking, and advanced security protocols to ensure data integrity and network reliability. Its comprehensive management tools simplify deployment and maintenance, while diagnostic features like D-Port diagnostics and Fabric Vision technology provide proactive monitoring and troubleshooting. The Brocade 5140's scalability makes it a fitting solution for organizations looking to expand their SAN capacity, offering an efficient way to manage growing data volumes with uncompromised performance. The switch's durability, combined with energy-efficient design, ensures long-term operational savings and reliability for mission-critical storage networking tasks.