CORPORATE BRANDING GUIDELINES

April 2011

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Introduction I t d ti Every Brocade communication impacts our brand perception.

As you connect with our customers throughout the customer lifecycle, you play an important part in building the Brocade brand. Consistency is a critical part of this effort By using these guidelines, you effort. guidelines enhance our brand and contribute to a memorable brand relationship with our customers. Inside these guidelines you will fi d d ig elements, specifications, and I id th g id li ill find design l t ifi ti d implementation examples. When used consistently, they will help you to compellingly express our brand character: smart, courageous, motivating, lean, lean and full of integrity. integrity

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Contents C t t
The Brocade Brand 5 6 7 Our Name Copyright and Trademarks Brand Approval Typography The Brocade Corporate Signature 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Signature Elements Registered Trademark Designation Color Variations Clear Space and Minimum Size Signature Elements: Incorrect Usage Background Usage Signature Elements Separated Signature Elements Separated: Incorrect Usage Co-Branding Imagery 25 26 27 28 Photographic Style General Brand Imagery Customer- and Product-Focused Imagery Using Imagery 22 23 Typographic Style Using Type Color 19 20 Color Palette Using Color Combining the Elements 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 43 44 45 46 Overview Collateral Basic Grid Incorrect Usage Designing to Content E-mail HTML Templates E-mail Signatures PowerPoint Emblems Trade Shows Signage Merchandise Final Notes

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The B Th Brocade B d d Brand

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Our N O Name
Use Brocade in external marketing and communication materials: Business cards Stationery Collateral and presentations P Press release b il l t l boilerplate 25/50/100-word corporate descriptions Web content

Brocade

Use Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. Systems Inc when necessary to identify the legal entity: Contracts POs Checks Legal documents and statements g (such as trademark boilerplates)

Brocade Communications Systems, Inc.

Never use Brocade Communications for the company name. Brocade (for general usage) or Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. (for legal communications) are the proper names of our company.

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Copyright and T d C i ht d Trademarks k

The Brocade word mark and the B-wing logo are registered trademarks. We continue to protect and maintain the rights to all registered trademarks whether or not they appear in the boilerplate. Full Trademark Boilerplate Brocade uses the f ll trademark boilerplate for all B d h full d k b il l f ll marketing collateral. Abbreviate Trademark Boilerplate In the case of advertisements, e-mail blasts, or other short or online deliverables, the abbreviated trademark boilerplate is acceptable acceptable. Do not alter the trademark boilerplate in any way. If you have any questions, please e-mail the Global Brand Management team at branding@brocade.com.

2011 Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Brocade, the B-wing symbol, BigIron, DCFM, DCX, Fabric OS, FastIron, IronView, NetIron, SAN Health, ServerIron, TurboIron, and Wingspan are registered trademarks, and Brocade Assurance, Brocade NET Health, Brocade One, Extraordinary Networks, MyBrocade, VCX, and VDX are trademarks of Brocade Communications Systems, Inc., in the United States and/or in other countries. Other brands, products, or service names mentioned are or may be trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. 2011 Brocade Communications Systems Inc All Rights Reserved Brocade and Systems, Inc. Reserved. the B-wing symbol are registered trademarks of Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. Other brands, products, or service names mentioned are or may be trademarks or service marks of their respective owners.

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Brand Approval B dA l
All new external pieces and revisions must undergo branding review before printing or publishing, and should be e-mailed to branding@brocade.com. @ In most instances, we will provide either approval or changes needed comments within 24 hours. In calculating 24 hours, please allow for weekends, holidays, and different time zonessomething received Friday in San Jose, CA, will be turned around by Monday of the next week.

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The Brocade C Th B d Corporate Si Signature

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Signature Elements Si t El t
The Brocade signature is a visual representation of our agility, courage, and ability to empower people with information. The signature visually establishes our presence and should appear on all external communications materials. Always reproduce the signature using the digital artwork available from the Brocade Creative Services team (e mail logorequest@brocade com) Never (e-mail logorequest@brocade.com). attempt to redraw or alter this artwork in any way (see page 13). Corporate Signature Our corporate signature is a combination of the Brocade word mark and the B-wing logo. The signature can be scaled up or down as an entire unit. However, the word mark and B-wing logo have a fixed unit However B wing proportional relationship and should not be resized individually. Word Mark The word mark is bold, confident, and straightforward, visually supporting the B-wing logo without upstaging it. It is always black or white but never red. B-wing Logo The B-wing logo evokes a pair of wings that also forms the letter B. The B-wing logo is a vibrant and energetic red, the color of performance, courage, and confidence. To T request the logo, please e-mail l t th l l il logorequest@brocade.com. t@b d

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Registered T d R i t d Trademark Designation kD i ti

Signature Artwork with Registered Trademark The preferred usage of the Brocade signature and B-wing logo is always with the registered trademark designation. The mark always appears at the top and to the right of the B-wing logo and is the same color as the B-wing logo. The registered trademark is in a fixed size and position in the master artwork and should retain this relationship. Note that in the B-wing logo artwork, which excludes the word mark, the size and position of the registered trademark have been adjusted to accommodate reproduction at larger sizes. Signature Artwork without Registered Trademark The signature and B-wing logo should always appear with the registered trademark designation unless the design is constrained by reproduction techniques of special applications (such as embroidery, engraving, embossing, or signage). In these cases, you can use the artwork without the registered trademark. Note that the registered trademark never appears with the word mark. Also, the word mark should never be used as a standalone graphic, and must always be used in combination with the B-wing logo.

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Color V i ti C l Variations
The word mark and B-wing logo must always be reproduced from master artwork in the designated colors. The word mark is only in black or white but never red. The B-wing logo can be red, black, or white. Two-Color Positive The word mark appears in black with the B-wing logo in Brocade Red. This is the preferred color variation of the corporate signature. Two-Color Reverse The word mark reverses to white, but the B-wing logo remains Brocade Red Red. One-Color Reverse Both the word mark and B-wing logo reverse to white. You can place this version of the signature over Brocade Red, black, dark gray, or imagery. One-Color Positive (Black) Both the word mark and B-wing logo appear in black. One-Color Positive (Brocade Red) The B-wing logo appears in Brocade Red. Note that the signature and word mark never appear in a one-color Brocade Red version. The B-wing logo is the only element to appear in color.

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Clear Space and Mi i Cl S d Minimum Si Size

Clear Space Clear space is the area surrounding the signature that must always be free of any text or graphic elements (with the exception of the symbol), ensuring that the signature is visually prominent. The guidelines to the right illustrate the minimum clear space requirement. We define the minimum clear space by the measurement Y, which equals the height of the word mark and is required on each side of the signature. Minimum clear space is built into all signature artwork. Whenever possible, allow for more clear space than the minimum requirement shown here. Minimum Size To ensure the clarity and integrity of the signature, we require a minimum reproduction size. In exceptional cases, smaller sizes might be necessary for certain printing and reproduction methods. In such instances, remember that legibility should always be the top p y p priority. y A width of inch is the minimum size for the signature in all applications. Do not reproduce the signature smaller than this required minimum size. A width of inch is the minimum size for the word mark and B-wing B wing logo when used separately. Do not reproduce the separately signature elements smaller than this established size.

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Incorrect Usage I tU
Altering or changing the signature in any way weakens the power of the image and what it represents. We show some common misuses here. 1. DO NOT change the word mark font 2. 2 DO NOT scale signature components separately 3. DO NOT change the orientation of signature components 4. DO NOT alter the B-wing logo in any way 5. DO NOT use the B-wing logo as a letter or character 6. DO NOT change the position of signature elements 7. DO NOT change the colors of signature elements 8. DO NOT add texture or patterns to the signature 9. 9 DO NOT add any graphic elements to the signature 10. DO NOT place the B-wing logo in a shape 11. DO NOT use the word mark as a standalone graphic 12. DO NOT use the logo as an animated graphic element
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Background U B k d Usage
The Brocade signature must always be clear and legible. Use the two-color positive signature whenever possible. When placing the signature against a photographic background, you can use the one-color or two-color reverse signature if there is insufficient contrast for the two-color positive signature signature. Do not place the signature against a busy photographic background that compromises legibility of the words. Avoid using a black Brocade signature on a red background. White on red is more legible. Please note that the guidelines established for signature background usage also apply to the word mark and B-wing logo when used separately.

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Signature El Si t Elements Separated t S t d

Although the Brocade word mark and B-wing logo must appear on all communications pieces, they can be used outside of the core signature configuration in limited circumstances. In general, when the signature elements are separated from one another, both must still appear on the communication and maintain a consistent size and position relationship. In certain applications such as merchandise, the B-wing logo can appear alone, but the Brocade word mark must never appear without the B-wing logo. The B-wing logo should never be used as part of a word in replacement of the letter B. Size Relationship The widths of the word mark and B-wing logo are always equal when used outside the signature configuration. When making the B-wing logo and the word mark the same width, remember that the associated with the B-wing logo is not included as part of the measurement. The falls outside this configuration. Position R l i P i i Relationship hi Always place the B-wing logo in the upper right of a layout, color block, or imagery block. The word mark should appear either to the left or below the B-wing logo and align either horizontally with the top of the B-wing logo or vertically with the B-wing logo. Always place the word mark and B wing logo in the same area of B-wing the deliverable: either on the background or within the title block (all in or all out of the color block). For example, when the word mark is within the title block, also place the B-wing logo in that area.

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Incorrect Usage I tU
When using the word mark and B-wing logo separately, be sure to maintain the size and position relationship. Some common misuses are shown here. 1. DO NOT place the B-wing logo so that it touches a color or imagery block DO NOT position the word mark where it is not aligned vertically with the B-wing logo DO NOT place the B-wing logo in the imagery block and the word mark in the color block; place both either inside or outside the color block 2. DO NOT place the word mark above and/or to the left of the B-wing logo DO NOT show the word mark in Brocade Red; the word mark is always white or black DO NOT show the B-wing logo in Brocade Red on a dark gray background 3. DO NOT place the B-wing logo on the left of a layout DO NOT place the word mark on the lower left of a layout 4. DO NOT increase the size of the B-wing logo or the word mark beyond the width of one grid section (see page 32)
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Co-Branding C B di
The Brocade logo should typically appear on the bottom right or top right of a deliverable. When placed with another companys logo, the Brocade logo should be the same size: neither more nor less dominant. If you need a Brocade logo, please e-mail logorequest@brocade.com. logorequest@brocade com Send all external-facing, co-branded materials to branding@brocade.com for approval.

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Color C l

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Color P l tt C l Palette
Color adds vibrancy and promotes name and brand recognition. The Brocade color palette, especially the strategic use of the rich Brocade Red, conveys our brands directness and simplicity. Our colors are divided into primary and secondary palettes. Each color creates a different effect when used alone or in combination with others Each color works successfully with our others. signature by adding contrast and variation. Primary Color Palette Our primary palette consists of Brocade Red, black, dark gray, and white. Secondary Color Palette Our secondary palette consists of accent colors that complement the primary colors rather than overpowering or competing with them. The secondary colors should not be used as background colors on covers. They are appropriate for graphics and text blocks. A specialized secondary color palette has been developed for use with the corporate PowerPoint template. Specifications To maintain consistency in our identity system, it is essential that our colors are reproduced accurately. The chart provided on this page indicates color values for the Brocade color palette, broken down by PANTONE colors, CMYK, RGB, and hexadecimal values. Use only the color specifications provided on this page. DO NOT use tints of these colors. DO NOT use any color not shown in the Brocade palette.

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Using C l U i Color
Use color to convey a message or to create a particular mood. Because the relationship between imagery and color is critical, choose colors that complement those of the image to create the most dynamic effect. Remember to use the primary and secondary colors effectively. Use the vibrant Brocade Red as a powerful visual cue This color cue. acts as a strong visual accent, highlighting key information. The secondary colors work well as accents, to differentiate types of information, or to add richness to a layout. Similar hues create a more seamless or harmonious presentation. Contrasting or complementary colors stand out more. Do not use more than two color blocks on a page. You can apply transparency to color blocks placed over an image so that the image is not obscured. A specialized secondary color palette has been developed for use with the corporate PowerPoint template template.

Corporate PPT presentation color palette

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Typography T h

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Typographic Style T hi St l
Typography is an essential part of our brands personality. It helps differentiate us from our competitors. Think of typography not only as a communication vehicle but also as a design element. The color, contrast, size, and placement of typography can enhance design as long as legibility is maintained. Our corporate typeface is Franklin Gothic which is bold, confident Gothic, bold confident, and clean. The Franklin Gothic font family is versatile and contemporary, allowing flexibility across many applications. The Brocade word mark is set in uppercase Franklin Gothic Medium, which reflects the perfect balance of receptiveness and confidence. When using "BROCADE" in a headline or uppercase body copy, it must appear in a different font weight than the word mark. Arial is our primary font for uses where our corporate typeface is not available, such as general desktop office applications and HTML text.

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Using T U i Type
Titles The preferred font for titles is uppercase Franklin Gothic Medium or Demi. However, because the Brocade word mark is set in uppercase Franklin Gothic Medium, in headline usage BROCADE must be rendered in Franklin Gothic Book or Demi. When a title is more than 10 words, you can use either sentence or title style. Titles and subtitles do not end with periods. Title Blocks Indent titles on data sheets and white papers. Otherwise, place titles within a block filled with color from the primary palette (Brocade Red or black if necessary for legibilitynever gray ) Title Red, legibility never gray.) text bleeds off the left edge of the block. Never bleed title blocks top, bottom, or right. When a solid color title block is placed over a background image, title text should appear in a color from the primary palette that closely matches the image background that is adjacent to the title text. You can apply transparency to color blocks placed over an image so that the image is not obscured. Subtitles The preferred subtitle font is Franklin Gothic Medium or Demi, either sentence or title case. Subtitles can be set in Brocade Red. Titles d btitl d Titl and subtitles do not end with periods. t d ith i d Indent subtitles from the title when the title bleeds off the edge. Otherwise (in documents such as data sheets and white papers), subtitles left-align with the title, and the body copy left-aligns with the title block. Body Text The preferred body text font is Franklin Gothic Book. All text is flush left with a right rag, never centered or justified. Remember: lean and full of integrity, so white space is good. CONFIDENTIALFor Internal Use Only 23

Imagery

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Photographic St l Ph t hi Style
Brocade develops extraordinary solutions that help our customers and partners meet real challenges every day. The content, composition, and style of our imagery reflects the realism of the daily technology issues faced by our customers, the efficiency and flexibility of our responsiveness to partners, and the exceptional nature of our products and services. Our images are natural, unstaged, and true to life. Lighting, color, composition, and style are realistic, and subjects appear unposed. At the same time, our images are clean and sophisticated, and are elevated above the mundane by providing visual interest through dramatic cropping, dynamic perspectives, unexpected angles, and a se se o ot o a d sense of motion and speed when appropriate. e app op ate The Brocade image library comprises three categories: General Brand Imagery, Customer-Focused Imagery, and Product-Focused Imagery. The library is warehoused in the Brocade online media collective on Widen, http://brocade.widencollective.com. Contact Creative Services at creativeservices@brocade.com for more information or t b set up with an account. i f ti to be t ith t If you are unable to find suitable imagery on Widen, please contact Creative Services at creativeservices@brocade.com for assistance.

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General B d I G l Brand Imagery

This imagery sets the tone for Brocade materials, embodying the core of the brand. It focuses on impressive implementations of architecture, engineering, effort, or design.

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Customer- and P d t F C t d Product-Focused Imagery dI

Customer-Focused Imagery This imagery targets and represents the people who are impacted by our productsmodern, forward-thinking individuals who are empowered by Brocade technology. We sometimes show people at a moment of inspiration to highlight the enabling effect of Brocade technology. Customers should appear professional, not casual or playful. Do not use people with their backs turned. Product-Focused Imagery General product imagery should be dynamic in point of view, using close-ups close ups and perspective to add visual interest interest. Specific product photography shows our products at the required angles, on a white background, with a slight drop-shadow beneath.

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Using I U i Imagery
To ensure effective communication, imagery must be bold, dynamic, simple, and direct. Layouts should be clean, lean, and full of integritywith more white space in general, and with intuitive flow to guide the reader to the focal points of the document. Blocks of primary Brocade color can appear on top of full-bleed or silhouetted imagery to allow for text. You can apply transparency to these blocks so that the image is not obscured. You can also use blocks of imagery over fields of white. Remember to maintain legibility when placing typography over imagery. Typography should knock out to the background color. When considering legibility, remember to use minimal wording in color blocks. Imagery is a dynamic way to bring visual energy to our communications, and is an important consideration when designing Brocade materials. If you have questions regarding appropriate image usage e mail the usage, e-mail Branding team at branding@brocade.com. Note: When sending out proofs with pictures that are not yet final, please put either FPO or For Position Only on them so reviewers understand that the images are not final.

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Combining h El C bi i the Elements

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Overview O i
To establish a strong visual presence, we have created a look-and-feel system to build brand recognition and to create a competitive advantage. Our customers, partners, and employees encounter the Brocade brand through many different media types, such as print, Web, etc These guidelines are the foundation for print Web etc. correct use and expression of the identity. You can help ensure the longevity and integrity of our brand by following these guidelines. All document names should follow best-practice file naming conventionsincluding product name, product category name (or OEM name), type of document, and revision number. If you have any questions on file naming conventions, please e-mail Creative Services at creativeservices@brocade.com.

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Collateral C ll t l
All of our communications should show courage and simplicity. Keep in mind that courage doesnt always mean large or busy visuals. Often, courage can be suggested most effectively by simple, clean communicationjust a few colors and elements placed strategically. Visuals should remain uncluttered and to the point. Templates are available for a variety of standardized Brocade material in Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Word for standard corporate use. Always use the approved templates. Microsoft Word templates are available for: Letterhead Memos Faxes Adobe InDesign templates are available for: White Papers D Data Sheets Sh CD Labels and Covers Brochures Solutions Briefs Success Stories Note: We need print ready-PDFs for printing as well as lowerresolution PDF files (usually the final proofing copy) to post to our intranet and Internet sites (contact Creative Services if you need more information). For any branding questions, please e-mail branding@brocade.com. b di g@b d

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Basic Grid B i G id
Grids are essential in maintaining the identity system. Use grids to properly place all graphic elements in order to maintain consistency across communications and to establish a hierarchy of information. Using a grid ensures that all elements and information are organized in a way that is visually pleasing and accessible. The grid divides a full page into three columns and six rows. The same basic grid structure applies to both U.S. and ISO sizes and is used for both single- and double-page spreads.

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Incorrect Usage I tU
The visual identity system is an essential part of the Brocade brand. Take care to ensure correct and consistent use in every application. This will help create a much stronger brand. Some common misuses are shown here. 1. DO NOT extend a color or imagery block across a layout DO NOT have a color block bleed off more than one side of a page, and only bleed left or right, not top or bottom DO NOT place the word mark and B-wing logo on the left of a layout DO NOT use multicolored or visually confusing imagery (refer to Imagery Style before selecting imagery) 2. DO NOT obstruct or cover up the main subject matter of an image with a color block DO NOT change th shape of a title block t anything h g the h f titl bl k to thi g other than a square or rectangle 3. DO NOT use more than two color blocks in a layout DO NOT use color or imagery blocks only to contain identity elements or content y 4. DO NOT use a color from the secondary color palette as a background color or dominant color like a color block that would cover more than 25 percent of the page
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Designing t C t t D i i to Content
Brocade produces many different types of communications piecessome with more content than others. The full expressive range of the identity system is easier to use in deliverables with a lot of visual space. When space is limited because of content, you might need to simplify the identity system. In content-heavy pieces such as system content heavy pieces, data sheets, use only essential elements. The key is to keep the visual communication simple and clean.

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E-mail HTML T E il Templates l t

Delivering a quick read is critical for e-mail communications. Our customers are busy. They want relevant information delivered concisely. Use the headers and sidebars in your HTML e-mails to summarize and provide the most critical content immediately. Use the framework inherent in these e-mail templates to segment your content and ensure legibility legibility.

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Email Signatures
When creating a signature, it is important to follow the instructions outlined on the Email Signature Guidelines page on the Brocade Intranet. A link to these guidelines is available from the Marketing Resources page. NOTE: Please remember the appropriate way to write our company name is Brocade (Not BROCADE or Brocade Communications). Our full name, Brocade Communications Systems, Inc., is only used in legal Brocade Inc., communications. Also, when using the logo signature graphic, the correct version is the one with the not the TM.

Your Name Here Sr. Manager, Creative Services Brocade 130 Holger Way, San Jose, CA 95134 T . +1.408.333.XXXX M. +1.408.333.XXXX www.brocade.com

PowerPoint P P i t
Our PowerPoint template contains a variety of slide layouts and instructional slides. The template is formatted with a customized Brocade color palette that has been optimized for presentations and includes example slides and a grid for creating consistent and dynamic presentations. When creating PowerPoint presentations, always use the approved presentations template. The most recent version is always posted on the Marketing Resources page of the Brocade Intranet, or you can contact Creative Services at creativeservices@brocade.com. Do not use PowerPoint with black backgrounds: dark backgrounds are reserved for keynote presentations.

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Emblems
Overview
Brocade emblems are awarded to corporate partners, developers, and individuals who have achieved Brocade certification. The emblems are designed to be distinctive and instantly recognizable. The B-wing logo anchors the emblem, the colored tab on the left identifies the relevant Brocade program, and the notches indicate the level of the recipient s partnership or certification Generally the body of recipients certification. the emblem is a flat screen of gray to allow for visibility on both light and dark backgrounds, although in some cases the highest levels of partnership/certification are also distinguished by a metallic sheen and/or contrasting color. Always reproduce emblems using the digital artwork available on the Widen library at http://brocade.widencollective.com. If you need Widen access, please contact creativeservices@brocade.com. If you have any questions, please contact branding@brocade.com.

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Emblems
Program Differentiation
There are four programs through which emblems can be awarded: Education Program Education Partner Program Alliance Partner Network Technology Alliance Partner Program The emblems for each program are distinguished primarily by colored tabs: green for the Education Program, dark gray for the Education Partner Program, beige for the Alliance Partner Network, and blue for the Technology Alliance Partner Program. A fifth set of generic emblems, characterized by a notchless light gray tab, serves to identify one-off programs or partnerships. To request an emblem tailored to an additional program or partnership, please e-mail branding@brocade.com.
Education Partner Program emblem Education P Ed i Program emblem bl

Alliance Partner Network emblem

Generic emblem

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Emblems
Partnership/ Certification Level
The emblems use a notch system to indicate the partnership or certification level that has been awarded. The higher the level of partnership or certification, the greater the number of notches on the emblem. In some cases, the highest levels of partnership/certification are also distinguished by a metallic sheen and/or contrasting body color rather than the standard flat screen of gray. The absence of notches indicates a single-level partnership/certification program.
Notch

Highest level within program

Single level Single-level program

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Emblems
Usage Online and in Presentations
When used online and in Microsoft Office files such as PowerPoint, RGB-specified emblem artwork should be used. The minimum size for such applications is 160px wide (2.22 inches in Microsoft Office). The minimum clear space is equal to of the width of an emblem20px (0.28 inches) for an emblem that is 160px wide.

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Emblems
Usage in Print
For print purposes, PMS- or CMYK-specified emblem artwork should be used. The minimum size of an emblem reproduced in print is 1.5 inches wide. The minimum clear space is equal to of the width of an emblem0.1875 inches for an emblem that is 1.5 inches wide.

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Trade Shows T d Sh
Our trade show properties are designed to physically convey the dynamic nature of Brocade as a company. We use the walls to communicate big ideas while ensuring there is plenty of space to interact with our people.

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Signage Si
Corporate signage should adhere to the usage requirements for our company signature. In these applications, you can use the signature artwork without trademark registration. In some instances, when space or structural integrity is a concern, a modified version of the logo signature can be used. used This version is used for signage on the San Jose, CA Jose headquarters campus and requires prior approval from the Branding team (branding@brocade.com).

Restricted-space version for building signage at San Jose HQ

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Merchandise M h di
When developing branded merchandise, always select items and materials that reflect the caliber of our brand. Whether for a promotional purpose or a gift, the item should reflect the audience and the value of the Brocade brand. In certain applications you can use the B-wing logo independently, independently as shown on the hat and lapel pin pin. Always submit merchandise designs to branding@brocade.com for approval.

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Final N t Fi l Notes
All design vendors should check with Creative Services to ensure that they are using the correct Brocade design templates and adhering to Brocade production requirements. As Brocade Brand Experts, we are all responsible for building awareness and representing the Brocade brand in the most positive manner possible possible. Following these guidelines will help ensure consistency and high quality across the full range of Brocade marketing materials we create. If you have any questions or suggestions about these guidelines or Brocade brand materials, e-mail branding@brocade.com.

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