Cisco DS-C9148S-D12P8K9 MDS 9148S 16G Multilayer Fabric Switch with 12 enabled ports and 12 x 8G SW SFP+

Features

• Scalability: Offers up to 48 auto-sensing Fibre Channel ports in a 1-rack-unit (1RU) form factor.
• High Performance: Supports up to 16 Gbps line-rate and non-blocking performance on all ports.
• Flexibility: Equipped with 12 enabled ports by default, scalable by activating additional licenses.
• Energy-efficient Design: Low power consumption for cost savings and reduced environmental impact.
• Advanced Traffic Management: Features virtual SAN (VSAN), ingress rate limiting, and quality of service (QoS).
• Comprehensive Security: Provides port security, VSAN-based access control, and hardware-enforced zoning.
• Interoperability: Compatible with multiple Fibre Channel protocols, including FC, FCP, FCIP, and FICON.

Technical Specifications

• Model: Cisco DS-C9148S-D12P8K9
• Form Factor: 1 RU
• Ports: 12 enabled ports, expandable up to 48 ports
• Port Speed: Supports 2/4/8/16 Gbps auto-sensing speeds
• SFP+ Modules: Includes 12 x 8G SW SFP+ transceivers
• Maximum Frame Size: 2112 bytes (including the header)
• Dimensions: 1.72 x 17.5 x 18 inches
• Weight: Approx. 15.5 pounds (7.0 kg)
• Environmental Requirements: Operating temperature of 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C), up to 3000 meters altitude
• Power Supply: Dual, hot-swappable power supplies; AC input of 100-240V, 50-60 Hz
• Cooling: Front-to-back airflow with hot-swappable fan modules
• Management: Cisco Fabric Manager, CLI, and support for SNMP-based management tools

Frequent Ask Questions

• What is the Cisco DS-C9148S-D12P8K9 MDS 9148S Switch?

  The Cisco DS-C9148S-D12P8K9 MDS 9148S is a 16G Multilayer Fabric Switch designed for storage area networks, providing high-performance, high-density, and scalable storage connectivity.

• How many ports are enabled on the Cisco DS-C9148S-D12P8K9?

  It comes with 12 enabled ports.

• What type of ports does the Cisco DS-C9148S-D12P8K9 have?

  This model includes 12 x 8G SW SFP+ ports.

• Can the number of enabled ports be expanded?

  Yes, the port configuration can be expanded to increase the number of active ports as needed.

• What are the benefits of using the Cisco DS-C9148S-D12P8K9 MDS 9148S?

  Benefits include high-speed data transfer, scalability, reliability, and advanced traffic management features.

• What kind of environments is this switch suitable for?

  This switch is ideal for data centers, enterprises, and service provider environments that require high-performance storage networking.

• What are the key features of this switch?

  The key features include low-latency cut-through switching, comprehensive security, advanced traffic management, and high availability.

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Logistics

• Our stock is held in Botany, NSW, near major courier hubs and Sydney International Airport.
• We offer advanced logistics solutions, such as same day delivery, same day collection, overnight delivery, tailgate services, data centre & secure location deliveries, etc.
• Our logistics team ensure every item is packed safe and secure, ensuring no damage occurs to your equipment, in fact, our customers often comment on how good our packing is, check out our ratings on trustpilot.

Warranty and Extended Support Options

• All products sold come with a 12 month return to base warranty.
• For most products, we can also offer extended maintenance contracts, with options such as 24x7 support and an onsite engineer that can repair or replace your part within 2 hours.

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