Cisco DS-C9718-1K9 MDS 9718 Base Config: Chassis, 2 Sup-1, 6 Fabric-1, 12 3K AC

Features

• High-Performance 18-Slot Multi-Layer Director-Class Chassis
• Designed for enterprise data center SAN fabrics with large-scale requirements
• Supports a mix of 1/10/16/32/40/64/100-Gbps Fibre Channel and FCoE ports
• Delivers high availability and redundancy with a dual Supervisor-1 module setup
• Enhanced with six Fabric-1 modules ensuring robust internal connectivity
• Scalable and agile with the inclusion of twelve 3kW AC power supplies
• Energy-efficient design suitable for modern data center power constraints
• Advanced security and traffic isolation mechanisms for secure deployment
• Seamless integration with existing Cisco data center infrastructure

Technical Specifications

• Chassis Type: 18-Slot Multi-Layer Director
• Supervisor Modules: 2 x Supervisor-1
• Fabric Modules: 6 x Fabric-1
• Power Supplies: 12 x 3kW AC Power Supplies
• Port Types: Supports 1/10/16/32/40/64/100-Gbps Fibre Channel and FCoE
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 30.9 x 17.3 x 33.4 inches (78.49 x 43.94 x 84.84 cm)
• Weight: Approximately 306.7 lb (139 kg) (Fully loaded)
• Cooling: Front-to-back airflow with hot-swappable fan trays
• Operating Temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
• Relative Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing
• Management: Cisco MDS 9000 Family CLI, Cisco DCNM, SNMP
• MTBF: Approximately 248,857 hours
• Compliance: RoHS and Regulatory compliance standards

Frequent Ask Questions

• What is included in the Cisco DS-C9718-1K9 MDS 9718 Base Configuration?

  The Cisco DS-C9718-1K9 MDS 9718 Base Configuration includes the chassis, two supervisor modules (Sup-1), six fabric modules (Fabric-1), and twelve 3K AC power supplies.

• Can additional modules be added to the Cisco MDS 9718?

  Yes, the Cisco MDS 9718 can be expanded with additional modules to suit the needs of your network scale and performance requirements.

• What are the key features of the Cisco MDS 9718?

  The Cisco MDS 9718 features high scalability, support for high availability and redundancy, advanced traffic management, and support for multiprotocol connectivity. It is designed to meet the demands of large-scale storage networks.

• What types of environments is the Cisco MDS 9718 suitable for?

  The Cisco MDS 9718 is suitable for enterprise data centers, service provider environments, and any scenario where high performance, scalability, and reliability in storage networking are critical.

• Does the Cisco MDS 9718 support high availability features?

  Yes, the Cisco MDS 9718 supports various high availability features such as redundant supervisor and fabric modules, hot-swappable components, and power supply redundancy to ensure continuous operation.

• Is the Cisco MDS 9718 compatible with existing Cisco MDS products?

  Yes, the Cisco MDS 9718 is designed to be compatible with existing Cisco MDS products, allowing for seamless integration and scalability within Cisco storage networks.

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