Cisco DS-C9396S-48E8K9 MDS 9396S 16G FC switch, w/ 48 active ports (port-side exhaust) + 8G SW SFPs

Features

• High density with 96 Fibre Channel ports in a compact 2RU form factor
• Port-Side Exhaust airflow design
• Supports 16G/8G/4G Fibre Channel speeds
• Advanced traffic management capabilities, including virtual SANs (VSANs)
• Integrated, non-disruptive software upgrades
• Comprehensive security features, including RADIUS and TACACS+ authentication and role-based access control
• Support for Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) for centralized management
• Energy-efficient design

Technical Specifications

• Form Factor: 2RU
• Ports: 48 active Fibre Channel ports
• Fibre Channel Speeds: 16G, 8G, 4G
• Airflow: Port-Side Exhaust
• SFPs: 8G SW SFPs included
• Management: Cisco DCNM, CLI, SNMP
• Advanced Features: VSAN, NPIV, zoning, role-based security, and more
• Dimensions: 3.43 x 17.3 x 22 inches (8.7 x 43.9 x 56 cm) (H x W x D)
• Weight: 31.5 lbs (14.3 kg)

Frequent Ask Questions

• What is the Cisco DS-C9396S-48E8K9 MDS 9396S?

  The Cisco DS-C9396S-48E8K9 MDS 9396S is a SAN switch designed to deliver high-density, high-performance 16-Gbps Fibre Channel (FC) capabilities. It comes with 48 active ports and includes 8G SW SFPs.

• How many ports does the Cisco MDS 9396S have?

  The Cisco MDS 9396S has a total of 96 ports, with 48 ports active and an additional 48 ports that can be activated via licensing.

• What are the benefits of port-side exhaust configuration?

  The port-side exhaust configuration helps in optimizing airflow within data center environments, ensuring efficient cooling and maintaining equipment performance and reliability.

• What transceivers are included with Cisco DS-C9396S-48E8K9?

  The Cisco DS-C9396S-48E8K9 includes 8G SW SFP transceivers.

• Is the Cisco MDS 9396S suitable for large-scale enterprise deployments?

  Yes, the Cisco MDS 9396S is suitable for large-scale enterprise deployments due to its high port density, scalability, and high-performance Fibre Channel capabilities.

• Can I upgrade the number of active ports on the Cisco MDS 9396S?

  Yes, you can upgrade the number of active ports on the Cisco MDS 9396S by purchasing additional licenses to activate the remaining ports.

• What kind of data transfer speeds does the MDS 9396S support?

  The Cisco MDS 9396S supports data transfer speeds of up to 16 Gbps per port, providing high-performance connectivity for SAN environments.

• Is the Cisco MDS 9396S compatible with existing network infrastructure?

  Yes, the Cisco MDS 9396S is designed to be compatible with existing network infrastructure, supporting backward compatibility with 4G, 8G, and 16G Fibre Channel transceivers.

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