• Cisco DS-X9706-FAB3 fabric-3 module for MDS 9706 chassis
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Cisco DS-X9706-FAB3 | Fabric-3 crossbar module | Director-class Fibre Channel backplane | Hot-swappable, redundant fabric | For MDS 9706 chassis

DS-X9706-FAB3

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Description

Third-generation crossbar fabric module for the MDS 9706 director chassis, delivering high-throughput, non-blocking internal switching between line cards. Supports multi-fabric redundancy and in-service replacement to maintain uptime and full-chassis bandwidth when all fabric slots are populated.

Features

- Third-generation crossbar fabric for director-class Fibre Channel
- Non-blocking internal switching to line cards
- Scale bandwidth by populating all fabric slots
- Hot-swap capable for in-service maintenance
- Designed for high availability with multi-fabric redundancy

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

- Product type: Crossbar Fabric Module (Fabric-3)
- Chassis compatibility: MDS 9706 director chassis
- Role: Provides high-bandwidth, non-blocking crossbar switching between line cards/supervisors
- Hot-swappable: Yes (field-replaceable in redundant fabric configurations)
- Redundancy: Multi-fabric architecture (populate all fabric slots for peak performance and resiliency)
- Software: Supported on applicable MDS NX-OS releases (check specific version requirements)
- Interoperability: Use matching Fabric-3 modules across all fabric slots for production
- Installation: Installs in dedicated fabric module slots within the chassis

FAQs

Q: How many fabric modules should be installed in an MDS 9706?
A: Install a fabric module in each available fabric slot to achieve full bandwidth and redundancy. Consult the platform hardware installation guide for the exact slot count and population rules.

Q: Can Fabric-2 and Fabric-3 modules be mixed?
A: Mixing generations is not recommended for steady-state operation. Use matching Fabric-3 modules across all fabric slots. Certain NX-OS releases may allow temporary mixed configurations only for migration—verify in the release notes.

Q: Is the module hot-swappable?
A: Yes. It can be inserted or removed while the chassis is operating, provided other fabric modules maintain redundancy. Follow maintenance procedures to minimize risk.

Q: Which line cards and FC speeds are supported?
A: Compatibility depends on the specific line cards, supervisors, and NX-OS version. Review the platform compatibility matrix for supported FC generations and cards.

Q: Does this module include optics or transceivers?
A: No. This is an internal crossbar fabric module and does not require external optics.

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