Broadcom Launches the Industry’s Lowest Latency and Highest Efficiency SAN Switch for Rack-Based Infrastructure
Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) has launched the Brocade G710, a new Gen 7 entry-level SAN switch featuring 24 ports and 64G capability. The switch sets industry benchmarks with the lowest latency (460 ns port-to-port at 64G) and highest energy efficiency (65 watts typical power draw).
The G710 offers scalability from 8 to 24 ports, delivering up to 1.5 Tb/s total bandwidth. Key features include six nines (99.9999%) availability, cyber-resilient architecture with root-of-trust validation, and self-healing capabilities. The switch comes with an industry-exclusive lifetime warranty, including 24/7 technical support and continuous security updates.
Designed for small to mid-sized businesses, the G710 extends Broadcom's 64G SAN portfolio, providing an affordable entry point for Gen 7 Fibre Channel technology while maintaining enterprise-class capabilities.
Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) ha lanciato il Brocade G710, un nuovo switch SAN entry-level di Gen 7 che offre 24 porte e capacità di 64G. Questo switch stabilisce nuovi standard nel settore, con la latenza più bassa (460 ns da porta a porta a 64G) e la massima efficienza energetica (65 watt di consumo tipico).
Il G710 offre scalabilità da 8 a 24 porte, garantendo fino a 1,5 Tb/s di larghezza di banda totale. Le caratteristiche principali includono una disponibilità di sei nove (99.9999%), architettura cyber-resiliente con validazione della root-of-trust e capacità di auto-guarigione. Lo switch è fornito con una garanzia a vita esclusiva nel settore, comprensiva di supporto tecnico 24/7 e aggiornamenti continui della sicurezza.
Progettato per piccole e medie imprese, il G710 amplia il portafoglio SAN 64G di Broadcom, offrendo un punto di ingresso accessibile per la tecnologia Fibre Channel di Gen 7, mantenendo al contempo funzionalità di classe enterprise.
Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) ha lanzado el Brocade G710, un nuevo switch SAN de nivel de entrada de Gen 7 que cuenta con 24 puertos y capacidad de 64G. El switch establece nuevos estándares en la industria con la latencia más baja (460 ns de puerto a puerto a 64G) y la mayor eficiencia energética (65 vatios de consumo típico).
El G710 ofrece escalabilidad de 8 a 24 puertos, proporcionando hasta 1,5 Tb/s de ancho de banda total. Las características clave incluyen una disponibilidad de seis nueves (99.9999%), arquitectura ciber-resiliente con validación de raíz de confianza y capacidades de auto-recuperación. El switch viene con una garantía de por vida exclusiva en la industria, que incluye soporte técnico 24/7 y actualizaciones de seguridad continuas.
Diseñado para pequeñas y medianas empresas, el G710 amplía el portafolio SAN de 64G de Broadcom, ofreciendo un punto de entrada accesible para la tecnología de Canal de Fibra de Gen 7 mientras mantiene capacidades de nivel empresarial.
브로드컴 (NASDAQ:AVGO)이 브로케이드 G710을 출시했습니다. 이 새로운 7세대 입문용 SAN 스위치는 24포트를 특징으로 하며 64G 기능을 지원합니다. 이 스위치는 업계 표준을 설정하며, 가장 낮은 지연 시간(64G에서 포트 간 460ns)과 가장 높은 에너지 효율(일반적인 전력 소모 65와트)을 자랑합니다.
G710은 8에서 24포트까지 확장 가능하며, 최대 1.5 Tb/s의 전체 대역폭을 제공합니다. 주요 기능으로는 6개의 9(99.9999%)의 가용성, 루트 오브 트러스트 검증이 포함된 사이버 회복력 아키텍처 및 자동 복구 기능이 있습니다. 이 스위치는 업계에서 유일한 평생 보증을 제공하며, 24/7 기술 지원과 지속적인 보안 업데이트를 포함합니다.
중소기업을 위해 설계된 G710은 브로드컴의 64G SAN 포트폴리오를 확대하여 7세대 광섬유 채널 기술에 대한 저렴한 진입점을 제공하면서도 엔터프라이즈급 기능을 유지합니다.
Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) a lancé le Brocade G710, un nouveau commutateur SAN d'entrée de gamme de la génération 7 présentant 24 ports et une capacité de 64G. Ce commutateur établit des références dans l'industrie avec la latence la plus basse (460 ns entre les ports à 64G) et la meilleure efficacité énergétique (65 watts de consommation typique).
Le G710 offre une scalabilité de 8 à 24 ports, fournissant jusqu'à 1,5 Tb/s de bande passante totale. Les fonctionnalités clés incluent une disponibilité de six neufs (99,9999 %), une architecture cyber-résiliente avec validation de la racine de confiance et des capacités d'auto-guérison. Le commutateur est livré avec une garantie exclusive à vie dans l'industrie, incluant un support technique 24/7 et des mises à jour de sécurité continues.
Conçu pour les petites et moyennes entreprises, le G710 étend le portefeuille SAN 64G de Broadcom, offrant un point d'entrée abordable pour la technologie Fibre Channel de génération 7 tout en conservant des capacités de niveau entreprise.
Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) hat den Brocade G710 eingeführt, einen neuen SAN-Switch der Gen 7 für Einsteiger mit 24 Ports und 64G-Fähigkeit. Der Switch setzt Branchenbenchmarks mit der niedrigsten Latenz (460 ns Port-zu-Port bei 64G) und der höchsten Energieeffizienz (65 Watt typischer Stromverbrauch).
Der G710 bietet Skalierbarkeit von 8 bis 24 Ports und liefert bis zu 1,5 Tb/s Gesamtdatenübertragungsrate. Zu den Hauptmerkmalen gehören eine Verfügbarkeit von sechs Neunen (99,9999 %), eine cyber-resiliente Architektur mit Root-of-Trust-Validierung und Selbstheilungsfunktionen. Der Switch wird mit einer branchenexklusiven lebenslangen Garantie geliefert, einschließlich 24/7 technischem Support und kontinuierlichen Sicherheitsupdates.
Der G710 wurde für kleine und mittelständische Unternehmen entwickelt und erweitert das 64G SAN-Portfolio von Broadcom und bietet einen erschwinglichen Einstiegspunkt für die Gen 7 Fibre Channel-Technologie bei gleichzeitigem Erhalt von Unternehmensqualität.
- Industry-leading lowest latency of 460 ns port-to-port at 64G
- Best-in-class energy efficiency with 65 watts typical power draw
- High availability rate of 99.9999%
- Scalable capacity from 8 to 24 ports with 1.5 Tb/s total bandwidth
- Lifetime warranty with 24/7 technical support included
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Insights
The launch of Broadcom's Brocade G710 switch represents a significant advancement in Storage Area Network (SAN) technology. The 460 nanosecond port-to-port latency at 64G speed sets a new industry benchmark, while the 65-watt power consumption demonstrates remarkable efficiency improvements over previous generations.
The technical specifications are impressive: 1.5 Tb/s total bandwidth and scalability from 8 to 24 ports provide substantial flexibility for growing data centers. The 99.9999% availability rating translates to just 31.5 seconds of downtime per year, positioning this switch as an enterprise-grade solution despite its entry-level positioning.
For context, most competitor switches in this class typically operate at higher latencies (500-600ns) and consume 80-100 watts of power. The lifetime warranty is particularly disruptive, as it eliminates the traditional 3-5 year support model that generates significant recurring revenue for network equipment vendors.
The G710's self-healing and self-optimizing capabilities, combined with its cyber-resilient architecture, address critical pain points in modern data center operations. The root-of-trust validation and hardened operating system significantly enhance security posture without compromising performance.
The flexible port licensing model (starting at 8 ports with expansion to 24) allows organizations to optimize capital expenditure by paying only for needed capacity. This approach, coupled with the lifetime warranty and continuous firmware updates, presents a compelling Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) proposition that could pressure competitors to revise their pricing and support models.
In simple terms: imagine having a high-performance, self-maintaining highway system that starts small but can grow with traffic, all while consuming less energy and providing better security than any other route - that's what Broadcom has built here for data movement.
New Gen 7 Entry Switch Delivers Enterprise-Class Capabilities and the Industry’s Only Lifetime Warranty in an Affordable SAN Solution
PALO ALTO, Calif., Jan. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO), today announced the availability of the Brocade G710 24-port 64G switch, the industry’s most responsive and efficient top-of-rack SAN switch. Brocade Gen 7 Fibre Channel combines cyber-resilient and autonomous SAN technology into this cost-effective platform that seamlessly integrates into rack-based storage solutions.
The Brocade G710 switch extends the industry’s most complete and extensive 64G SAN portfolio that includes fixed port switches, modular directors, extension switches and management software. It reflects Broadcom’s commitment, innovation and leadership in Fibre Channel technology. Purpose-built for small to mid-sized businesses, the Brocade G710 provides low-cost access to Gen 7 Fibre Channel technology. At 460 ns port-to-port latency at 64G speed, it’s the lowest latency Fibre Channel switch in the industry. It is the most energy-efficient Fibre Channel switch in the industry with a typical power draw of just 65 watts.
“Brocade Gen 7 Fibre Channel enables a cyber-resilient SAN that’s easy to deploy and manage while delivering the reliability, security and performance customers demand,” said Dennis Makishima, vice president and general manager, Brocade Storage Networking division, Broadcom. “Our new entry switch provides worry-free storage networking and no compromise security in an affordable solution that addresses the needs of on an always-on data center.”
The G710 is an affordable Gen 7 entry point that starts at just eight ports and can scale up to 24 ports to support growing environments. With support for up to 64G speed and 1.5 Tb/s total bandwidth, the switch can address the most demanding application and storage requirements.
With a worry-free, reliable network, organizations can count on continuous uptime and optimal performance, regardless of the challenges that may arise. Designed for maximum reliability, the Brocade G710 offers six nines (
Designed with a cyber-resilient architecture, the Brocade G710 Switch ensures robust, high-level security for organizations’ critical data and applications. It secures storage traffic through controlled access and network isolation, effectively protecting data from unauthorized users. By utilizing a hardened operating system and hardware with root-of-trust validation, the switch minimizes potential vulnerabilities from malware and hijacking attacks.
The Brocade G710 provides superior investment protection with the industry’s only lifetime warranty. This lifetime warranty provides access to technical experts 24x7 to troubleshoot and solve issues, eliminating the costs and complexities of post-warranty support. Additionally, organizations have access to security patches and firmware updates throughout the lifetime of the product, ensuring their system is protected against emerging threats and remains up-to-date throughout its entire lifecycle.
Availability
The Brocade G710 switch is now available. Please contact your local Broadcom sales representative for more information. OEM partners will begin shipping throughout the next couple quarters. Click here to learn more about the Brocade G710 Fibre Channel switch.
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Industry Quotes:
David Lincoln, Vice President and General Manager, Dell Technologies
“The availability of the new Dell Connectrix B-Series DS-7710B entry-level switch enables small and medium-sized businesses to experience the benefits of 64 Gb/s Fibre Channel at a competitive price, while also enjoying low operational costs with its autonomous SAN capabilities and low power utilization. Additionally, the benefits of the lifetime warranty from Broadcom will be offered to Dell customers who maintain a ProSupport service contract with Dell. With this product, Dell Technologies continues to demonstrate our commitment to providing our small and medium-sized customers with the best and most affordable connectivity options for Dell's market-leading entry and midrange storage architectures.”
Marcus Schneider, Deputy Head Global Portfolio Management, Fujitsu Technology Systems
“The launch of the Brocade G710 entry level switch brings to market a value-driven option for customers looking to get the performance, security, and functionality they expect from Brocade Fibre Channel in a cost-effective platform. This new switch rounds out the Gen 7 Fibre Channel portfolio giving Fujitsu's customers an offering to match any use case and budget.”
Guan Tianshu, Vice President and General Manager, Storage Products, H3C
“At H3C, we are dedicated to delivering a reliable data storage platform for an intelligent world. This commitment forms the foundation of our ongoing collaboration with Broadcom. The newly released Brocade Gen 7 entry-level product offers the industry’s most responsive and efficient top-of-rack SAN switch. When integrated with H3C’s advanced storage systems, we create a comprehensive SAN storage solution. This collaboration allows SMB customers to experience top-tier performance and investment value in the most cost-effective manner. Moving forward, we are committed to strengthening our association with Broadcom, continuously providing customers with more comprehensive and cost-effective solutions, and exploring the path to a data-driven intelligent world.”
Dan McConnell, Senior Vice President, Product Management and Enablement, Hitachi Vantara
“We’re committed to providing powerful storage solutions that address the security, scale, and performance challenges of AI-driven data growth. By combining the advanced capabilities of the Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform One with the Brocade Gen 7 Fibre Channel products, we help organizations access data and extract valuable insights faster than ever. Together, we deliver the resilient infrastructure and performance enterprises need to drive their data transformations.”
Patrick Osborne, Senior Vice President, Storage Product Management and Support Operations, HPE
“With the explosive growth of data and industry-shaping trends like AI, customers need to scale their data storage and management solutions securely, reliably, and efficiently. HPE's Alletra Storage MP B10000 portfolio’s unique disaggregated architecture and Greenlake Cloud’s operational model combined with the new Brocade G710 Fibre Channel Switch transforms businesses of all sizes, optimizes investments in technologies like flash, NVMs, Cloud, virtualization, and AI, while enabling our customers to achieve operational efficiency and simplified SAN management.”
Frank Wang, General Manager, Storage Business, IEIT SYSTEMS
“For today's enterprise customers, operational efficiency and data protection are increasingly important. The launch of the Brocade G710 perfectly complements our storage product portfolio and provides our SMB customers with a cost-effective, lower latency, and higher speed user experience.”
Stuart McRae, Executive Director, Solutions Group, Storage Business Unit, Lenovo Infrastructure
“The introduction of Gen 7 technology in the Brocade G710 switch delivers enterprise-grade security and self-healing capabilities to Lenovo ThinkSystem Storage and Server solutions, creating a reliable, secure and cost-effective solution for enterprises of all sizes.”
John Shirley, Vice President, Product Management, Enterprise Storage, NetApp
“NetApp has had a long and productive collaboration with Broadcom as they consistently deliver quality Brocade products that meet the needs of our customers. Together, our companies deliver industry-leading SAN solutions for customers at every level—from entry or mid-size companies to enterprises. NetApp intends to continue collaborating with Broadcom as it executes its exciting vision and strategy into 2025.”
Cherry Wang, Chief Operating Officer, TG Stor
“As one of the leading local storage solution providers, we are thrilled to have completed an in-depth adaptation with Broadcom in the SAN switch field. By integrating the advanced features of the Brocade G710 switch, we are able to offer customers the latest SAN technology enhancing data efficiency and end-to-end transmission performance. Additionally, we will continue to develop next-generation all-flash storage products to build a green data fortress with Broadcom’s new SAN platform, safeguarding and modernizing against cybersecurity threats and ensuring business continuity.”
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