• Cisco DS-X9248-96K9 48-port 8Gbps FC switch module black silver design
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Cisco DS-X9248-96K9 | 48x 1/2/4/8G Fibre Channel SFP line card | high-density | VSAN/NPIV | hot-swappable

DS-X9248-96K9

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Description

48-port Fibre Channel line card for MDS 9000 Family directors, delivering high-density 8G FC with autosensing 1/2/4/8-Gbps operation for mixed environments. Ideal for large-scale SAN expansion with robust VSAN segmentation, zoning, and dependable performance.

Features

- High-density 48-port 8G Fibre Channel connectivity
- Backwards compatibility with 1/2/4G FC endpoints
- Comprehensive SAN services: VSANs, zoning, NPIV
- Hot-swappable for streamlined maintenance
- Centralized operations with NX-OS and DCNM

Warranty

All products sold by XS Network Tech include a 12-month warranty on both new and used items. Our in-house technical team thoroughly tests used hardware prior to sale to ensure enterprise-grade reliability.

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FAQs

Technical Specifications

- Ports: 48 x Fibre Channel (SFP)
- Port speeds: autosensing 1/2/4/8 Gbps FC
- Transceivers: FC SFP optics (SW/LW as supported)
- Features: VSANs, zoning, NPIV for fabric segmentation and access control
- Compatibility: Cisco MDS 9500 Series directors (within MDS 9000 Family)
- Hot-swappable line card for serviceability
- Management: integrates with Cisco DCNM/NX-OS feature set

FAQs

Q: What environments is this module best suited for?
A: High-density SAN cores and edge expansions requiring 8G FC with backward compatibility to 1/2/4G devices.

Q: Does it support mixed-speed optics?
A: Yes. Ports autosense 1/2/4/8G FC; use compatible FC SFP optics per the hardware compatibility list.

Q: Is downtime required to add the module?
A: No. It supports online insertion and removal. Coordinate changes to maintain fabric redundancy.

Q: Any special licensing needed?
A: Base FC forwarding is supported; certain advanced features may require additional licenses on the chassis.

Q: Which chassis are supported?
A: Cisco MDS 9500 Series directors, subject to NX-OS version and hardware compatibility guidance.

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