Cisco DS-X9448768BSK9 MDS 9700 48-port 16Gbps FC Module + 48 16-Gbps SW SFP+

Features

• High-density 48-port 16-Gbps Fibre Channel module
• Designed for Cisco MDS 9700 Series Multilayer Directors
• Provides 768 Gbps of Fibre Channel bandwidth per module
• Offers superior flexibility and scalability for data center networks
• Supports hot-swappable Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) transceivers
• Includes 48 16-Gbps SW SFP+ transceivers
• Highly reliable with no single point of failure
• Seamless integration with existing Fibre Channel networks
• Optimized for enterprise SAN environments
• Ideal for high-throughput applications and large-scale storage area networks

Technical Specifications

• Model: DS-X9448768BSK9
• Module Type: Fibre Channel Switching Module
• Port Density: 48 ports per module
• Port Speed: 16-Gbps per port
• Bandwidth: 768 Gbps of total bandwidth
• SFP+ Transceivers: Includes 48 x 16-Gbps SW SFP+
• Compatibility: Cisco MDS 9700 Series Multilayer Directors
• Hot-Swappable SFP Transceivers: Yes
• Connector Type: LC Duplex
• Hot-Swappable Module: Yes
• Power Consumption: 150W (approximate)
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
• Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)
• Dimensions: 1.75 x 15.8 x 12.75 inches (H x W x D)
• Weight: 6.0 pounds (approximate)

Frequent Ask Questions

• What is the Cisco DS-X9448768BSK9?

  The Cisco DS-X9448768BSK9 is a 48-port 16Gbps Fibre Channel (FC) module designed for the Cisco MDS 9700 Series Multilayer Directors. It is equipped with 48 16-Gbps shortwave SFP+ modules.

• What are the key features of the Cisco DS-X9448768BSK9?

  Key features include:

  • 48 high-performance 16Gbps Fibre Channel ports
  • Shortwave SFP+ optical transceiver modules included
  • Designed for high availability and scalability
  • Compatible with Cisco MDS 9700 Series Multilayer Directors

• What type of network is this module suited for?

  This module is suited for storage area networks (SANs), which require high-speed data transfer rates, reliability, and scalability, typically used in data centers.

• Is the Cisco DS-X9448768BSK9 compatible with other Cisco MDS switches?

  Yes, it is designed for seamless integration with Cisco MDS 9700 Series Multilayer Directors, ensuring compatibility and optimized performance.

• What are the typical use cases for this module?

  This module is typically used in enterprise data centers to support virtualized environments, large-scale databases, and high-performance computing applications.

• What kind of connectivity options does this module provide?

  The module provides 48 Fibre Channel ports at 16Gbps, enabling high-speed data transfer and connectivity to storage devices and other network hardware.

• How many SFP+ modules are included with the Cisco DS-X9448768BSK9?

  The module comes with 48 shortwave SFP+ modules, which support data transfer rates of 16Gbps.

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