Cisco DS-C9396S-96ESK9 MDS 9396S 16G FC switch, w/ 96 active ports (port-side exhaust) + 16G SW SFPs

Features

• High-Density: 96 active 16 Gbps Fibre Channel ports
• Port-Side Exhaust: Efficient cooling for optimized performance
• Scalable: Ideal for small to medium-sized SANs
• Advanced Traffic Management: Includes virtual SANs (VSANs) and zoning
• Flexibility: Supports a wide range of features and configurations
• Integrated Management: Simplifies deployment and management through Cisco\'s tools
• Performance Monitoring: Real-time diagnostics and performance tracking

Technical Specifications

• Product Code: DS-C9396S-96ESK9
• Port Speed: 16 Gbps Fibre Channel
• Number of Ports: 96 active ports
• Cooling: Port-side exhaust
• SFPs: Includes 16G SW SFPs
• Form Factor: 2RU
• Management: CLI, Cisco Fabric Manager
• Protocols: Supports FCP, FCIP, FICON, and more
• Power Supply: Redundant power supplies
• Dimensions: 3.39 in. x 17.44 in. x 20.16 in. (8.6 cm x 44.3 cm x 51.2 cm)
• Weight: Approximately 35 lbs (15.9 kg)
• Additional Features: VSAN, advanced zoning, and ISLs
• Environmental Range: Operating temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)

Frequent Ask Questions

• What is the Cisco DS-C9396S-96ESK9 MDS 9396S Switch?

  The Cisco DS-C9396S-96ESK9 MDS 9396S is a 16G Fibre Channel (FC) switch with 96 active ports and port-side exhaust. It is designed to deliver high performance and flexibility for deployments in small, midsize, and large enterprise environments.

• How many ports are available on this switch?

  This switch comes with 96 active FC ports.

• What speed does the Cisco MDS 9396S switch support?

  The switch supports 16G FC speed.

• Does the switch include any transceivers?

  Yes, it comes with 16G SW SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) transceivers.

• What type of cooling does the Cisco MDS 9396S use?

  The switch utilizes port-side exhaust for cooling.

• Is the Cisco DS-C9396S-96ESK9 suitable for enterprise environments?

  Yes, the high performance and flexibility of this switch make it suitable for small, midsize, and large enterprise deployments.

• Can the Cisco MDS 9396S operate with existing storage networks?

  Yes, it is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing storage networks to support data center expansions and new deployments.

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