• Cisco DS-X9706-FAB1 MDS 9706 crossbar fabric module in rack
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Cisco DS-X9706-FAB1 | MDS 9706 crossbar fabric module (Fabric-1), supports 16G FC line cards; hot-swappable, HA fabric

DS-X9706-FAB1

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Description

Crossbar switching fabric module for MDS 9706 directors, enabling high-availability, nonblocking fabric connectivity for installed line cards. Fabric-1 generation for use with corresponding supervisors and line cards; install multiple fabric modules for resiliency as per chassis guidelines. Hot-swappable for serviceability in mission-critical SAN cores.

Features

- High-availability crossbar fabric for MDS 9706 directors
- Designed for nonblocking throughput to installed FC line cards
- Hot-swappable module for rapid service and minimal downtime
- Supports redundant multi-fabric configurations for resilience

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.

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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FAQs

Technical Specifications

- Platform compatibility: MDS 9706 director chassis
- Fabric generation: Fabric-1 (FAB1) crossbar switching fabric
- Line card support: compatible with 1/2/4/8/16G Fibre Channel line cards (per chassis release notes)
- Operation: nonblocking internal switching fabric; designed for HA
- Redundancy: supports multi-fabric population for N+1 resiliency (per chassis guidelines)
- Serviceability: hot-swappable; online insertion/removal with proper procedures
- Mixing rules: do not mix different fabric generations within a chassis
- Environment: enterprise SAN core/director deployments

FAQs

Q: How many fabric modules are required for an MDS 9706?
A: The minimum and recommended counts depend on desired throughput and redundancy. Consult the MDS 9706 hardware installation guide for population rules.

Q: Can Fabric-1 be mixed with newer fabric generations?
A: No. All installed fabric modules in a chassis must be of the same generation.

Q: Is installation service-impacting?
A: The module is hot-swappable, but follow maintenance procedures and ensure sufficient remaining fabric capacity before removal.

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