Cisco DS-X9530-SF2AK9 MDS 9500 Series Supervisor-2A Module

Features

• High-performance supervisor module for Cisco MDS 9500 Series Multilayer Directors
• Provides centralized management and control for fabric infrastructure
• Redundant and hot-swappable to ensure high availability and minimal service disruption
• Advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting capabilities
• Comprehensive security features including intelligent packet inspection and threat detection
• Integrates with Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) for streamlined operations and management
• Supports advanced traffic management for optimizing network performance
• Future-ready design that supports upcoming Cisco MDS 9000 Family features and enhancements

Technical Specifications

• Model Number: DS-X9530-SF2AK9
• Compatibility: Cisco MDS 9500 Series Multilayer Directors
• Switch Fabric: 256 Gbps per slot
• Interfaces: 16-port 8 Gbps Fibre Channel, 8-port 10 Gbps FCoE
• Memory: 8 GB DRAM, 2 GB CompactFlash memory for storage
• Dimensions: 1.72 x 15.87 x 16.64 inches
• Power consumption: 200 W
• Hot Swappable: Yes
• Environmental Conditions: Operating temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C); Relative humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
• Advanced Features: Virtual SAN (VSAN), Inter-VSAN Routing (IVR), PortChannel, N-Port Virtualizer (NPV), etc.

Frequent Ask Questions

• What are the main features of the Cisco DS-X9530-SF2AK9 MDS 9500 Series Supervisor-2A Module?

  The Cisco DS-X9530-SF2AK9 MDS 9500 Series Supervisor-2A Module offers high availability, scalability, and performance for enterprise data center SANs. It features two supervisor modules per chassis for redundancy, a 1 GHz CPU, 2 GB DRAM and high availability with stateful process restart, nondisruptive software upgrades, and failover.

• What kind of environments is the Cisco DS-X9530-SF2AK9 suitable for?

  This module is designed for use in enterprise data centers that require robust, high-performance SAN solutions. It is well-suited for environments with high availability requirements and large-scale SAN deployments.

• What type of redundancy does the Cisco DS-X9530-SF2AK9 offer?

  The Cisco DS-X9530-SF2AK9 offers redundancy by allowing two supervisor modules per chassis. If one module fails, the other one takes over without disrupting ongoing operations, ensuring continuous availability.

• How does the Cisco DS-X9530-SF2AK9 improve system performance?

  The module improves system performance with features like a 1 GHz CPU, 2 GB DRAM, and a high-bandwidth architecture that supports faster data processing and high throughput. These features help maximize application performance and efficiency.

• Can the Cisco DS-X9530-SF2AK9 support nondisruptive software upgrades?

  Yes, the Cisco DS-X9530-SF2AK9 supports nondisruptive software upgrades. This means software updates can be performed without interrupting ongoing SAN operations, which is critical for maintaining high availability and minimizing downtime.

• What are the management features of the Cisco DS-X9530-SF2AK9?

  The module offers comprehensive management features, including support for Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) for SAN, a rich Cisco MDS 9000 CLI, and integration with third-party applications through APIs. This facilitates efficient monitoring, configuration, and management of the SAN infrastructure.

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• 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.

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• 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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