Dell Connectrix DS-6610B
The Dell Connectrix DS-6610B is an enterprise entry-level 1U Fibre Channel SAN switch engineered for small-to-midsize SAN deployments and edge edge-to-core storage connectivity. Providing up to twenty-four 32Gb Fibre Channel ports with Ports on Demand (PoD) licensing in 8-port increments, it delivers non-blocking switching bandwidth up to 768 Gbps. Powered by Brocade Fabric OS architecture with Dell enterprise qualification, it supports NVMe over Fibre Channel (NVMe/FC) alongside standard Gen 6 FC protocols. Secondary market buyers should verify the number of active licensed port entitlements and check whether optical transceivers are included.
Also written as: Connectrix DS-6610B, Dell DS-6610B, Brocade G610 Dell OEM, DS-6610B 32Gb FC Switch
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Family | Connectrix |
| Form factor | 1U rack |
| Released | May 2018 |
| Ports | 24x 32Gb/16Gb/8Gb/4Gb SFP28 Fibre Channel ports (base 8 or 16 ports, expandable to 24 via Ports on Demand) |
| Switching capacity | 768 Gbps aggregate line-rate throughput |
| Power supply | Fixed integrated power supply with integrated cooling fans |
Generations
- Next generation: Dell Connectrix DS-7720B
Works together
How the Dell Connectrix DS-6610B connects to servers, storage and the network: 1 way, with the parts and products on each path.
Fibre Channel SAN
Match the speed: 16Gb and 32Gb FC HBAs, switches and array ports work together, and each generation also runs one or two speeds below its own (a 32Gb port runs at 16Gb and 8Gb).
Servers
Dell PowerEdge R240 1U rack
Dell PowerEdge R340 1U rack
Dell PowerEdge R740xd2 2U rack
Dell PowerEdge R840 2U rack
Dell PowerEdge R940xa 4U rack
Dell PowerEdge R6515 1U rack
Adapters for the server
540-BBUU Dell Emulex LPe31002 Dual Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
540-BBUV Dell QLogic 2692 Dual Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
540-BCMS Dell QLogic 2770 Single Port 32Gb Fibre Channel PCIe Adapter
540-BCMT Dell QLogic 2772 Dual Port 32Gb Fibre Channel PCIe Adapter
Storage
Dell PowerVault ME4012 2U rack
Dell PowerVault ME4024 2U rack
Dell PowerVault ME4084 5U rack
Dell Unity XT 380F 2U rack
Dell Unity XT 380XT 2U rack
Dell Unity XT 480F 2U rack
Optics
Plan and size it
- Draw this setup in the topology planner mrplanb.com
- Add up rack power and space rack-density.com
- Virtualization storage Ledger: scored storage platforms mrplanb.com
- SAN transport and NVMe over FC for backup mrplanb.com
- Dell E-Lab Navigator (Dell interoperability) dell.com
Check compatibility with Dell
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Dell has tested with the Dell Connectrix DS-6610B.
- Compatibility Dell E-Lab Navigator (storage and SAN interoperability) (free vendor sign-in)
- Support Dell Support: drivers, manuals and service tag lookup
Equivalent models from other brands
Buying a used DS-6610B: what to check
Confirm the number of enabled port licenses (base 8, 16, or full 24-port PoD). Inspect all SFP28 optical cages and confirm firmware version compatibility via Brocade FOS CLI.
FAQ
What optical speeds does the DS-6610B support?
The DS-6610B auto-negotiates to 32Gb, 16Gb, 8Gb, and 4Gb speeds using supported Brocade/Dell short-wave optical transceivers.
Does the Connectrix DS-6610B support NVMe over Fibre Channel?
Yes, Gen 6 Fibre Channel hardware on the DS-6610B natively supports concurrent SCSI and NVMe over FC traffic without hardware changes.
Buying or selling DS-6610B?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Dell Connectrix DS-6610B Specification Sheet, checked 2026-10-27