The Brocade MLXe-16 AC system is designed to meet the demands of high-capacity networking, featuring advanced hardware specifications that support extensive scalability and high performance. This system includes one MR2 (M) management module, two high-speed switch fabric modules, and a 1,800 W AC power supply. It also comes equipped with four exhaust fan assembly kits and an air filter to ensure optimal operating conditions, though it's important to note that the power cord is not provided. At the heart of its performance capabilities, the Brocade MLXe-16 AC boasts a switch fabric capacity of 7.68 Tbps and a data forwarding capacity of 6.4 Tbps. These figures underline the system's ability to handle vast amounts of data, making it suitable for environments where data throughput and efficiency are critical. Additionally, its packet routing performance is impressive at 4.75 billion packets per second (pps), ensuring smooth data transmission across networks. The system's interface slots allow for significant expansion, with support for up to: - 32 100 GbE ports, - 64 40 GbE ports, - 384 10 GbE ports, and - 768 1 GbE ports. This flexibility in interface options enables users to scale their networks according to evolving requirements, from dense 1 GbE deployments to high-speed 100 GbE infrastructure, without the need for immediate hardware upgrades. In terms of design, the Brocade MLXe-16 AC measures 17.20 inches in width, 24.47 inches in height, and 24.18 inches in depth, translating to a 14 rack unit (RU) footprint. Its weight is substantial at 351 pounds (159 kg), reflecting the robust build and quality materials used to ensure durability and long-term reliability. The system's airflow is from front to back, promoting efficient cooling and stable operation within the recommended operating temperature range of 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). The Brocade MLXe-16 AC is engineered with redundancy in mind, featuring 1:1 management module redundancy and N+1 switch fabric redundancy. Additionally, it offers 1+1 power supply redundancy, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous operation even in the event of a component failure. These redundancy features are critical for enterprise networks where uninterrupted service is paramount. Given its comprehensive specifications, the Brocade MLXe-16 AC stands out as a powerful solution for enterprises and service providers seeking to deploy a scalable, high-performance networking infrastructure. Its ability to support a vast number of high-speed interfaces, combined with its high data throughput and packet routing capabilities, makes it well-suited to meet the demands of data-intensive applications and services. Furthermore, its built-in redundancy features and robust build quality assure that the system is not only capable of supporting current networking needs but is also a future-proof investment for growing network environments.

Part Number and Manufacturer	BROCADE BR-MLXE-16-MR2-M-AC
Configuration	Brocade MLXe-16 AC platform, one Management Module MR2 (M), dual high-speed switch fabric modules, single 1,800 W AC power supply, four exhaust fan assembly kits, one air filter. Power cord is excluded.
Interface Expansion Slots	16
Switching Capacity	7.68 Terabits per second
Data Throughput	6.4 Terabits per second
Packet Forwarding Rate	4.75 billion packets per second
Max 100 Gigabit Ethernet Ports	32
Max 40 Gigabit Ethernet Ports	64
Max 10 Gigabit Ethernet Ports	384
Max 1 Gigabit Ethernet Ports	768
Unit Height	24.50 inches / 14 Rack Units
Redundancy for Management Module	1:1
Switch Fabric Redundancy	N+1
Power Supply Redundancy	1+1
Direction of Airflow	Front to back
Physical Dimensions	17.20 inches Wide × 24.47 inches High × 24.18 inches Deep (43.69 cm × 62.15 cm × 61.42 cm)
Weight	351 pounds (159 kilograms)
Operational Temperature Range	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Temperature Range for Storage	–25°C to 70°C (–13°F to 158°F)