Brocade BR-320-B-0008 320 8-Ports 8Gbps Full Fab SFP managed Switch. In Stock Brand: Brocade Part Number: BR-320-B-0008 Category: Transceiver Key Specs: 8-Port, 8Gbps Availability: In Stock Shipping: Fast US-based shipping Order the Brocade BR-320-B-0008 today from ProDisk Network — your trusted source for enterprise IT hardware. All products are quality-tested and backed by our support team.
The BR-320-B-0008 is a Brocade transceiver component. Pricing on the BR-320-B-0008 is quote-based — email sales@prodisknetwork.com or use our live chat for a quote within one business day.
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Quick Answer: Is the BR-320-B-0008 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every BR-320-B-0008 against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the BR-320-B-0008 ship?
BR-320-B-0008 orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
The BR-320-B-0008 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Server Uplink — 10G/25G server-to-leaf uplink — pair with matching DAC or AOC at the host NIC to avoid optic mismatch.
DCI (Data Center Interconnect) — Inter-DC routing or aggregation. LR4/LR8 transceivers for 10–80 km, ER4 for 40 km, ZR4 for coherent long-haul.
Campus Distribution — Catalyst-class campus distribution between IDF and MDF closets. PoE+ where wireless APs and IP phones share infrastructure.
Branch / Edge — Smaller form-factor switches and routers for branch sites. SD-WAN-compatible or static-VPN-attached as the architecture dictates.
What is the BR-320-B-0008?
The BR-320-B-0008 is a Brocade network interface module, manufactured by Brocade. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of BR-320-B-0008
Pros
Matched-pair option for redundant link orders
Cabling and DAC/AOC labels clearly mark optic class
Cons
Not for hyperscale ZR coherent — different SKU family
Some vendors deprecate firmware on EOL part numbers
Mismatched optic+switch firmware can require manual override
Frequently Asked Questions about BR-320-B-0008
Is the BR-320-B-0008 a genuine Brocade part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every BR-320-B-0008 as factory-original Brocade inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Brocade servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Is the BR-320-B-0008 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every BR-320-B-0008 against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the BR-320-B-0008 ship?
BR-320-B-0008 orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the BR-320-B-0008?
New BR-320-B-0008 units carry the full Brocade manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the BR-320-B-0008?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Other parts that share the BR series prefix — useful when sourcing matched lots, hot-spare pools, or capacity-tier expansions.
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Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Transceiver
Optic Coding, Vendor Lock-In, and Multi-Vendor Compatibility
For Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS switches, the BR-320-B-0008 works out-of-box if coded for Cisco; for Aruba ArubaOS-CX, code for HPE/Aruba; for Juniper Junos, code for Juniper. Pro Disk Network confirms the target vendor coding at order time and applies it before shipping. Misordered coding can be flashed in the field but the lead time is longer than ordering correctly the first time.
Bandwidth Sizing for Spine-Leaf, EVPN-VXLAN, and Hyperconverged Storage
Document optic types and bandwidth in your network drawings: SR-SR for intra-rack, LR-LR for inter-rack and DCI, ZR4 for long-haul coherent. Mismatched optic-distance ratings is the most common cause of intermittent link errors that look like cable problems but aren't.